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HP 652611-B21 300GB 15000 RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5" internal hard drive
A 300 GB, 15000 RPM SAS internal hard drive in a 2.5 inch form factor designed for server workloads
- InterfaceSAS 6Gb/s
- Capacity300GB
- RPM15000 RPM
- FeaturesHP SAS Enterprise and Midline hard drives deliver high perfo
- UsageIdeal for Servers
- Form Factor2.5"
- 15000 RPM spindle speed enables rapid data access for transaction-heavy workloads
- SAS 6Gb/s interface provides reliable high-throughput connectivity for enterprise storage
- 300 GB capacity fits demanding server applications in a compact form factor
- 5 inch small form factor allows dense drive deployment in rack systems
- Hot-pluggable design supports drive replacement without server downtime
300 GB SAS enterprise drive
This 300 GB internal hard drive uses a SAS 6Gb/s interface and spins at 15000 RPM. The 2.5 inch form factor fits standard SFF server bays and supports hot-plug installation. It is designed for enterprise servers that require consistent transaction throughput. The drive targets IT administrators managing high-I/O workloads in 24/7 data-centre environments.
Thermals noise and power in server use
The 15000 RPM spindle speed produces higher heat output and audible noise than lower-speed drives, so adequate chassis airflow is required. Power draw rises during sustained random I/O typical of database or virtualisation workloads. The SAS interface maintains stable performance under continuous duty cycles. Operators should plan cooling and power budgets for arrays of these drives.
Hot-plug carrier and warranty coverage
The drive ships in an HP hot-plug carrier that enables tool-less insertion and removal from compatible server backplanes. This reduces service time during drive replacement without powering down the host. A three-year manufacturer warranty covers the drive under normal enterprise operating conditions. Retail or OEM packaging may vary but the carrier and warranty terms remain the same.
Highlights
- 15000 RPM spindle speed enables rapid data access for transaction-heavy workloads
- SAS 6Gb/s interface provides reliable high-throughput connectivity for enterprise storage
- 300 GB capacity fits demanding server applications in a compact form factor
- 5 inch small form factor allows dense drive deployment in rack systems
- Hot-pluggable design supports drive replacement without server downtime
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Model | 652611-B21 |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s |
| Capacity | 300GB |
| RPM | 15000 RPM |
| Features | HP SAS Enterprise and Midline hard drives deliver high performance solutions for hosting high transaction based applications. Available in HP hot plug carriers or non-hot plug. HP SAS Enterprise and Midline hard drives come in both 2.5-inch (SFF) and 3.5-inch (LFF) industry standard form factors and are available in a variety of capacity points to meet a wide range of requirements. The SAS interface was designed and engineered for high availability, enterprise-class data storage where performance, reliability and data integrity are crucial. |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Height (maximum) | 15.6 mm |
| Width (maximum) | 75.7 mm |
| Length (maximum) | 118.7 mm |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 119 × 76 × 15 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 2.5" SAS drive into a hot-plug server bay, and what step is often missed?
Slide the 652611-B21 into the carrier until the SAS connector seats firmly, then lock the carrier latch; the step often missed is fully engaging the latch so the drive registers as hot-pluggable.
What maintenance or replacement will the 300GB 15000 RPM drive need later?
The sealed 15.6 mm mechanism has no user-serviceable parts; plan to replace the entire drive after its rated service life or if SMART attributes report reallocated sectors.
What limit appears first on the 6Gb/s SAS link during sustained writes?
The 6Gb/s SAS interface caps sustained throughput, so long sequential writes will hit the bus ceiling before the 15000 RPM platters become the bottleneck.
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