Seagate Enterprise Performance 300GB 2.5" 10000RPM SAS Hard HDD

Overview

The Seagate ST300MM0048 is a 2.5-inch enterprise hard drive designed to deliver a strong balance of speed and capacity for demanding data environments. With 300GB of storage and a spindle speed of 10,000 RPM, it offers fast data access suitable for servers and workstations that require reliable and high-performance storage. Its SAS interface supports transfer rates up to 12Gb/s, ensuring efficient data movement in intensive workloads.

This drive’s compact size fits well in dense server configurations, helping data centers optimize space without compromising speed. It is built to handle heavy workloads while maintaining low power consumption, which helps reduce overall IT operating costs. Security features are included to protect sensitive data and support compliance with industry standards, making it a dependable choice for business-critical applications.

Key features

• High spindle speed of 10,000 RPM for quick and consistent data access
• 128MB buffer that smooths data flow during intensive read/write operations
• SAS interface with up to 12Gb/s transfer rate for fast and reliable connectivity
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor ideal for space-constrained server environments
• Engineered for enterprise workloads with low power consumption to reduce operating costs
• Built-in security features to safeguard data and support regulatory compliance

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 300GB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Spindle speed: 10,000 RPM
• Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
• Maximum transfer rate: 12Gb/s
• Buffer size: 128MB

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a SAS interface, which is common in enterprise storage solutions and offers high-speed data transfer with robust error correction. It is compatible with servers and workstations that support SAS drives, making it a strong option for IT professionals managing critical infrastructure. The 2.5-inch size allows it to fit into a variety of server chassis designed for dense storage arrays.

Ideal uses and environments

The Seagate ST300MM0048 is well suited to enterprise environments where fast and reliable storage is essential. It works well in data centers, server farms, and professional workstations handling large datasets or intensive applications. Its balance of speed, capacity, and power efficiency makes it a practical choice for IT teams focused on maintaining high uptime and data integrity while managing operational costs.