Lenovo 300 GB SAS 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive – 12 Gb/s, 10K RPM, Hot Swappable

Discover rugged, enterprise-grade storage with the Lenovo 300 GB 3.5-inch internal SAS hard drive. Engineered for servers, storage arrays, and data-intensive workloads, this drive delivers dependable performance, fast SAS data transfer, and maintenance-friendly hot-swappable capabilities. With a compact 300 GB capacity, it provides a reliable foundation for operating systems, databases, virtualization caches, and critical business data, ensuring smooth operations in data centers and enterprise environments.

• High-capacity performance in a compact footprint: 300 GB of fast storage to handle OS images, databases, and critical applications within servers and storage enclosures. This capacity is ideal for boot volumes, application data, and virtualization caches in demanding enterprise settings.
• 3.5-inch internal form factor: Standard enterprise drive size designed for backplanes, drive cages, and server racks. The 3.5" form factor integrates seamlessly with established storage architectures and hot-swap backplanes for easy maintenance.
• 12 Gb/s SAS interface: Ensures fast data transfer rates between the drive and the back-end storage controller, supporting demanding workloads. The SAS interface provides reliable, scalable throughput to meet growing enterprise I/O requirements.
• 10,000 RPM spindle speed: Delivers quick read/write access and improved data throughput for heavy I/O tasks. The higher RPM helps reduce latency on transactional databases, virtualization hosts, and log-intensive applications.
• Hot-swappable design: Enables easy drive replacement or upgrades without powering down the server, minimizing downtime in production environments. This capability is essential for maintaining service availability in data centers and enterprise environments.

Technical Details of Lenovo 300 GB Hard Drive

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Drive Form Factor: 3.5-inch internal hard drive
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Spin Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Type: Internal drive
• Hot Swap: Yes
• Designed for: Enterprise servers and storage arrays

How to Install Lenovo 300 GB Hard Drive

• Power down the server and unplug all power sources. Ground yourself to prevent static discharge, and ensure you are working in a clean environment.
• If using a hot-swappable backplane, prepare the drive tray by removing the existing drive or opening the tray according to your server’s manual.
• Slide or insert the Lenovo 300 GB SAS drive into the available drive bay or tray, aligning it with the backplane connectors. Ensure the drive is fully seated and the latch or screws are secured as required.
• Connect the SAS data cable and the power backplane to the drive, making sure all connections are snug and properly seated. In hot-swap configurations, the backplane handles the power distribution during insertion.
• Reassemble the server or chassis, reconnect power, and boot the system. Enter the RAID controller or storage management utility to recognize the new drive, initialize if necessary, and configure it within your storage array or OS environment.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does this Lenovo drive offer? A: 300 GB.
• Q: What is the drive form factor? A: 3.5-inch internal.
• Q: What interface does it use? A: SAS 12 Gb/s.
• Q: Is the drive hot-swappable? A: Yes.
• Q: What is the spindle speed? A: 10,000 RPM.