Cisco A03-D300GA2 300 GB SAS 2.5" Internal Hard Drive

The Cisco A03-D300GA2 is a compact, enterprise-grade 2.5-inch internal hard drive engineered for demanding data center workloads. With a capacity of 300 GB, it's designed to deliver fast access to critical data, empowering Cisco server and storage environments to sustain high-performance operations under heavy I/O. Built for reliability, this drive combines a 10,000 RPM spindle with a SAS (6Gb/s) interface to provide consistently low latency and high sequential throughput. The 3-year warranty reinforces Cisco’s commitment to long-term dependability in mission-critical applications, making the A03-D300GA2 a solid choice for storage arrays, database deployments, and virtualization hosts where consistent performance matters. In addition, this model benefits from data integrity features such as non-volatile memory caching, helping protect active data and accelerate repetitive read/write tasks even in power fluctuation scenarios.

• High-capacity performance in a compact form: 300 GB of storage capacity packed into a 2.5-inch drive, enabling dense, scalable configurations for enterprise servers and storage shelves while maintaining quick access to hot data and frequently used files.
• Blazing data transfer with SAS 6Gb/s: The Serial Attached SCSI interface delivers reliable, high-bandwidth connections ideal for data centers that demand consistent throughput, reduced bottlenecks, and smooth multi-user access to data stores.
• 10,000 RPM for rapid I/O: A fast spindle speed translates to lower latency and higher IOPS, supporting demanding workloads such as database operations, virtual machines, and analytics where every millisecond counts.
• Enterprise-grade reliability with non-volatile memory caching: Built to withstand continuous operation, the drive’s non-volatile memory helps preserve data integrity and improve cache efficiency during power-loss events and peak traffic periods.
• Three-year warranty and Cisco quality assurance: Designed for data-center reliability, backed by a multi-year warranty to minimize downtime and protect your investment in mission-critical storage infrastructure.

Technical Details of Cisco A03-D300GA2

• Model: A03-D300GA2
• Capacity: 300 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
• Interface: SAS (6Gb/s)
• Rotation Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Cache/Memory: Non-volatile memory cache
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
• Usage: Enterprise servers and storage arrays requiring fast, reliable data access

how to install Cisco A03-D300GA2

Installing the Cisco A03-D300GA2 is straightforward for any data-center technician or IT professional familiar with rack-mounted storage. Before you begin, power down the server or storage array and disconnect power sources to ensure safe handling of internal components. Remove the appropriate drive bay cover or tray, then align the 2.5-inch drive with the tray’s mounting holes. Secure the drive using the existing screws or retention mechanism, ensuring the drive sits firmly within the bay without bending connectors. Slide the drive tray back into the rack or drive enclosure until it seats fully and engages with the backplane or SAS controller. Connect the SAS data cable and the power cable securely to the drive’s interface and power connectors. Power on the system and enter the RAID controller or OS disk-management utility to initialize, configure, and format the new drive as part of your storage pool or RAID array. In most environments, once configured, the drive is ready for use and will contribute to your storage capacity, IOPS, and throughput goals. Always follow your organization’s procedures for firmware updates and firmware compatibility checks before deploying new drives into existing storage ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the capacity of this hard drive? A: The Cisco A03-D300GA2 offers 300 GB of storage capacity.
• Q: What form factor does it use? A: It is a 2.5-inch internal drive, suitable for dense racks and hot-swap trays.
• Q: What interface does the drive use? A: It uses a SAS (6Gb/s) interface for fast, reliable data transfers in enterprise environments.
• Q: How fast does it spin? A: The drive spins at 10,000 RPM, delivering low latency and higher IOPS than typical 7,200 RPM drives.
• Q: How long is the warranty? A: The drive comes with a 3-year warranty, reflecting Cisco’s commitment to durability in data-center deployments.
• Q: Is there any non-volatile memory on the drive? A: Yes, the drive includes non-volatile memory caching to support data integrity and cache efficiency during operation.