Total Micro 300 GB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (6Gb/s SAS) - Storm Gray

Designed for demanding enterprise environments, the Total Micro 300 GB 2.5-inch SAS hard drive delivers fast, reliable storage in a compact form factor. Built for servers, storage arrays, and workstation racks, this drive blends a high-speed 15,000 RPM spindle with a 6 Gb/s SAS interface to deliver consistent I/O performance under heavy workloads. The storm-gray enclosure mirrors data-center aesthetics while the hot-swappable and hot-pluggable design minimizes maintenance windows and improves uptime. With 300 GB of native capacity, it’s an excellent choice for operating system drives in virtualization, high-availability configurations, or as a fast cache/boot solution within tiered storage architectures where speed matters as much as capacity. The internal drive also includes non-volatile memory cache to boost read and write throughput, helping to reduce latency and keep workloads responsive even during peak activity. Suitable for enterprise environments that demand reliability, speed, and efficiency, this Total Micro drive is engineered to deliver consistent performance in RAID configurations, storage arrays, and multi-user servers.

• High-speed SAS performance: Leveraging a 6 Gb/s SAS interface paired with enterprise-grade hardware, this drive delivers rapid data access, improved transactional throughput, and lower latency for databases, virtualization hosts, and dense storage environments.
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor: The 2.5-inch internal design fits into a wide range of servers, storage bays, and enclosures, enabling flexible deployment in blade servers, 2U racks, and compact workstation configurations without sacrificing capacity or performance.
• Ultra-fast spindle rotation: At 15,000 RPM, this drive provides short seek times and high IOPS, enabling faster boot times, quicker application loading, and improved responsiveness for data-intensive applications and caching workloads.
• Hot-swappable and hot-pluggable: Engineered for minimal downtime, the drive can be replaced or upgraded without powering down your system, preserving service continuity in mission-critical environments and reducing maintenance windows.
• Non-volatile memory cache for reliability: The inclusion of non-volatile memory supports improved data throughput and fault tolerance, helping sustain performance under heavy load while protecting data integrity in the event of power fluctuations.

Technical Details of Total Micro 300 GB Hard Drive - 2.5-inch Internal - SAS (6Gb/s SAS) - Storm Gray

• Capacity: 300 GB native storage.
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive, suitable for enterprise bays and 2.5-inch sleds.
• Interface: SAS 6 Gb/s, optimized for server-to-storage connectivity with high reliability and throughput.
• Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM, delivering fast random and sequential access for demanding workloads.
• Drive Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD) with enterprise-grade performance characteristics.
• Cache/Memory: Includes non-volatile cache to boost throughput and resilience during power events.
• Hot Swappability: Hot-swappable and hot-pluggable design to minimize downtime during maintenance and upgrades.
• Enclosure/Color: Storm Gray finish aligned with enterprise hardware aesthetics and durability.
• Ideal Use Cases: Suitable for boot drives, caching tiers, RAID configurations, and high-transaction servers where speed and reliability are critical.

how to install Total Micro 300 GB Hard Drive - 2.5-inch Internal - SAS (6Gb/s SAS) - Storm Gray

• Power down the server or workstation and disconnect all power and data cables, following your hardware manufacturer’s safety guidelines.
• Open the drive bay or server sled to access the 2.5-inch internal slots designed for hot-swappable drives.
• Carefully align the Total Micro 300 GB SAS drive with the connector guides and slide it into the appropriate hot-swap bay until the latch or retaining mechanism engages.
• Attach the SAS data cable and the power connector to the drive, ensuring secure, snug connections to support stable operation and optimal signal integrity.
• Close the drive bay, reattach any screws or latches, and re-power the system. Enter the server BIOS or RAID controller management utility to recognize the new drive.
• Initialize, partition, and format the drive as needed for your storage configuration, and run a SMART health check to confirm drive status before placing it into production use.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Is this drive hot-swappable? A: Yes. The drive is designed for hot-swappable installation, allowing replacement or upgrade without powering down compatible servers or storage arrays.
• Q: What is the spindle speed? A: The drive spins at 15,000 RPM, which provides low latency and high IOPS suitable for demanding workloads.
• Q: What interface does this drive use? A: It uses a SAS 6 Gb/s interface for fast data transfer and reliable connectivity in enterprise environments.
• Q: What is the capacity? A: The native capacity is 300 GB, ideal for boot, caching, or lightweight high-speed storage tiers in servers.
• Q: Is the drive suitable for servers and data centers? A: Yes. It is designed for enterprise use, including servers, storage arrays, virtualization hosts, and other high-demand environments.
• Q: Does it include a non-volatile memory cache? A: Yes. The drive incorporates non-volatile memory to enhance throughput and reliability during power events.