HPE disco fisso enterprise 300GB 12G SAS 15K SFF SC (MSC15-300)

The HPE 300GB 12G SAS 15K SFF SC Enterprise Hard Drive (MSC15-300) is a high-performance storage solution designed for HPE ProLiant servers. With a 300GB capacity, 12Gb/s SAS interface, and 15,000 RPM spindle speed, this drive delivers exceptional data transfer rates and low latency for demanding enterprise workloads. The 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) and Smart Carrier (SC) enable hot-swap capability and easy integration into HPE server bays.

Advantages

This enterprise hard drive offers a perfect balance of speed, reliability, and capacity. The 15K RPM spindle speed ensures rapid data access, while the 128 MB buffer and 2 ms average latency optimize performance for transactional databases and virtualized environments. With an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours and enterprise-grade reliability, it minimizes downtime and protects critical data.

Suitable for

• HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9, DL360 Gen9, and other Gen9/Gen10 servers
• Enterprise storage arrays and SAN environments
• High-frequency trading, ERP, and database applications
• Virtualization and cloud infrastructure

Key specifications

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Spindle Speed: 15000 RPM
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Buffer Size: 128 MB
• Data Transfer Rate: 1200 MB/s (external)
• Average Latency: 2 ms
• Average Seek Time (Read): 3.5 ms
• Bytes per Sector: 512
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power Consumption: 9.5 W (operational)
• Hot-Swap: Yes
• Enclosure Type: Internal
• Product Line: HPE SmartDrive

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this drive with HPE Smart Array controllers and ensure your server firmware is up to date. The Smart Carrier (SC) design allows tool-less installation and removal, simplifying maintenance in data center environments.