HDD HPE 300GB 2.5 inch 12G SAS internal hard drive 10000 RPM

The HPE 300GB 2.5" 12G SAS internal hard drive (10,000 RPM) is an enterprise-class drive designed for servers and data centers that require high I/O performance and reliable storage for hot data. With a 2.5" form factor, 300 GB capacity and a 12G SAS interface, this drive targets transaction processing, databases, analytics and other demanding applications where fast access and data integrity are essential.

Advantages

This HPE server enterprise hard drive delivers a balance of performance and reliability for mission-critical workloads, offering high rotational speed (10,000 RPM) and a 12G SAS interface to accelerate data transfer and I/O operations. The drive is tested under HPE’s rigorous qualification program and includes integrated firmware protections to safeguard data integrity. A SMART Carrier with self-describing icons simplifies drive status identification and a “do not remove” button helps prevent accidental removal and data loss.

Suitable for

• High-performance database servers
• Transaction processing systems
• Big data analytics and high-performance computing
• Space- and power-constrained rack environments using 2.5" drives

Key specifications

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Form factor: 2.5"
• Interface: 12G SAS
• Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
• Manufacturer brand: HP Enterprise (HPE)
• MPN: 872475-b21

How to use

Install the 2.5" HPE drive into a compatible server or storage enclosure that supports 12G SAS drives. Follow the server or chassis instructions for hot-swap carrier insertion or secure mounting, connect the SAS backplane or cable, and initialize the drive in the operating system or RAID controller according to your deployment (single-disk, RAID or array). Ensure firmware and controller drivers are current to achieve optimal performance and compatibility.

Recommendations

Use this drive in enterprise server environments for workloads that require low latency and high IOPS. For critical systems, deploy within a RAID configuration and keep firmware up to date. Monitor drive health using SMART tools and HPE management utilities, and avoid removing drives while active to prevent data loss.