DELL
DELL GM1R8 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 2.5" internal hard drive
A 300 GB 2.5" SAS drive spinning at 15000 RPM with a 12 Gb/s interface for PS4100 and PS6100 arrays
- InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
- Capacity300GB
- RPM15000 RPM
- Form Factor2.5"
- 15000 RPM spindle speed enables rapid data access
- 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-throughput connectivity
- 300GB capacity provides focused enterprise storage
- 5-inch form factor fits dense server bays
- Hot-plug tray allows drive replacement without downtime
300 GB 15 K SAS drive for Dell arrays
The Dell GM1R8 is a 300 GB 2.5-inch hard drive spinning at 15 000 RPM with a SAS 12 Gb/s interface. It ships new with a hot-plug tray designed for Dell EqualLogic PS4100 and PS6100 storage arrays. This drive targets administrators who need high-speed spindle storage inside those specific platforms. It is not suited for systems that lack a 12 Gb/s SAS backplane or the proprietary tray mounting.
Sustained throughput at 15 K spindle speed
At 15 000 RPM the drive delivers consistently low latency and high sustained transfer rates across the full SAS 12 Gb/s link. Sequential workloads such as database logs or streaming writes keep the media busy without the throughput collapse seen on slower spindles. Random I/O patterns also benefit from the short rotational latency inherent to the 15 K design. The drive cannot exceed the 12 Gb/s bus ceiling no matter the workload intensity.
Enterprise thermal profile and power draw
Built for continuous operation in dense 2.5-inch bays, the drive runs at typical enterprise temperatures when airflow meets Dell chassis specifications. Acoustic output is characteristic of a 15 K SAS spindle under load and is masked by array fan noise in normal rack deployments. Power consumption scales with the 12 Gb/s SAS activity and the 15 000 RPM motor current during steady-state operation.
Highlights
- 15000 RPM spindle speed enables rapid data access
- 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-throughput connectivity
- 300GB capacity provides focused enterprise storage
- 5-inch form factor fits dense server bays
- Hot-plug tray allows drive replacement without downtime
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | GM1R8 |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Capacity | 300GB |
| RPM | 15000 RPM |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
Questions about this item
How loud and hot does the 15000 RPM SAS drive get during continuous operation?
The 15000 RPM spindle speed means higher sustained heat and acoustic output than slower drives; ensure your chassis has adequate airflow for 2.5" hot-plug bays.
What controller or backplane must I already have to use the SAS 12Gb/s interface?
You need a SAS host bus adapter or RAID card that supports 12Gb/s SAS, plus a compatible 2.5" hot-plug backplane with SAS connectors.
Will this GM1R8 work in my existing PS4100 or PS6100 array alongside older drives?
Yes, the drive is built for PS4100 and PS6100 systems; it will operate at the speed of the slowest drive in the virtual disk group.
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