Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal SAS (6Gb/s SAS) - 15000 rpm - Hot-Pluggable

Engineered for reliability and lightning-fast performance in enterprise environments, the Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive is a 2.5-inch internal SAS drive designed to excel in data centers, servers, and Cisco storage arrays. With a high spindle speed of 15,000 RPM, a robust 6Gb/s SAS interface, and a hot-pluggable design, this drive delivers the precision and speed needed for demanding workloads such as virtualization, databases, and high-availability applications. The compact 2.5-inch form factor enables dense rack deployments, helping IT teams maximize space while maintaining rigorous I/O performance. Ideal for Cisco environments, this drive combines enterprise-grade reliability with straightforward maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize total cost of ownership.

• Blazing-fast 15,000 RPM performance: With a high-speed spindle, this drive delivers quick responsiveness for random I/O patterns and fast access to frequently used data, helping databases and virtualization platforms run smoothly under heavy workloads.
• Enterprise-class SAS interface (6 Gb/s): The Serial Attached SCSI interface provides robust throughput, advanced error correction, and better multitasking capabilities for multi-user environments, ensuring dependable data transfer in demanding data-center tasks.
• Hot-pluggable, 2.5-inch form factor: Designed for hot-swap bays, this drive supports rapid maintenance and minimal downtime. The compact 2.5" form factor fits into standard server and storage enclosures, maximizing rack density without sacrificing performance.
• Internal drive built for Cisco storage ecosystems: Specifically suited for Cisco servers and storage arrays, this drive is optimized for compatibility, reliability, and streamlined deployment within Cisco-supported infrastructure.
• Compact capacity with efficient storage operations: At 300 GB, it offers a balance between fast I/O and storage efficiency, ideal for caching, OS drives, log data, or tiered storage within enterprise setups where space and speed matter.

Technical Details of Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal enterprise hard drive
• Interface: SAS (6 Gb/s SAS)
• Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM
• Drive Type: Internal hard disk drive
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes
• Usage: Enterprise servers, data centers, Cisco storage arrays
• Compatibility: Designed for Cisco environments and compatible storage ecosystems that support 2.5-inch SAS drives

how to install Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive

Installing the Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive is straightforward in any compatible Cisco server or storage enclosure that supports hot-swappable 2.5-inch SAS drives. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth, safe installation and quick drive readiness:

• Prepare the system: If you are using a hot-swappable drive bay, you can typically replace or insert the drive without powering down the server. If your hardware requires power-down for safety, shut down the system following your organization’s procedures and unplug the power cords.
• Identify an available drive bay: Locate an empty 2.5-inch drive bay in the server or storage array and open the bay carrier or caddy as required by the enclosure design.
• Insert the drive into the carrier: Place the Cisco 300 GB SAS drive into the drive carrier securely. Ensure that the connectors align properly with the backplane or SAS backplane in the chassis.
• Slide the drive into the bay: Carefully slide or snap the carrier back into the bay until it is firmly seated. In hot-swap systems, the backplane will latch the drive mechanically and electrically.
• Verify recognition and status: Power on (or resume operation if hot-swapped) and enter the system’s RAID controller or BIOS to confirm that the new drive is detected. If needed, initialize or configure the drive according to your storage policy (RAID setup, hot-spare designation, or caching role).
• Monitor and test: After installation, monitor drive health indicators within the management console and run a basic health check to verify data integrity and performance metrics.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this drive provide?
  A: The Cisco 300 GB Hard Drive delivers 300 GB of storage capacity, suitable for OS, caching, logs, or tiered storage in enterprise environments.
• Q: What is the interface for this drive?
  A: It uses a SAS interface at 6 Gb/s, offering reliable throughput and robust data transfer for concurrent workloads.
• Q: What is the spindle speed?
  A: The drive spins at 15,000 RPM, delivering high IOPS and low latency for demanding applications.
• Q: Is this drive hot-pluggable?
  A: Yes. The drive is hot-pluggable, designed for hot-swap bays to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
• Q: Is this drive compatible with non-Cisco systems?
  A: While designed with Cisco environments in mind, the drive follows standard 2.5-inch SAS specifications and can be used in other suitable enterprise systems that support SAS 6 Gb/s drives. Always verify compatibility with your hardware vendor and storage controller.
• Q: What workloads is this drive best suited for?
  A: Ideal for enterprise storage tasks, including OS drives, caching layers, database log storage, virtualization workloads, and high-availability data center operations where speed and reliability are essential.