C1NK0

C1NK0 – Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell C1NK0 300GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise data center environments. Featuring 300GB storage capacity, 15000 RPM spindle speed, SAS 12Gb/s interface, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this enterprise hard drive delivers exceptional speed, ultra-low latency, and enterprise-class reliability for mission-critical business workloads. Designed for 24/7 continuous operation, it provides outstanding I/O performance for applications requiring rapid and consistent data access.

Designed for organizations where maximum storage performance and high availability are essential, the Dell C1NK0 is ideally suited for enterprise databases, virtualization platforms, cloud infrastructure, Storage Area Networks (SAN), online transaction processing (OLTP), enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial systems, and other business-critical applications. The 15000 RPM rotational speed significantly reduces access times and improves transaction processing, making it ideal for latency-sensitive enterprise environments.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides enterprise-class bandwidth, dual-port connectivity, dependable high-speed data transfers, and enhanced fault tolerance while ensuring seamless compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers and compatible enterprise storage platforms. The drive supports hot-plug capability, allowing replacement without system downtime and minimizing maintenance interruptions.

Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design enables higher storage density while reducing power consumption and improving airflow within server chassis. Engineered to Dell's rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell C1NK0 delivers consistent performance, exceptional durability, and long-term enterprise reliability in demanding, always-on environments.

Whether deployed in enterprise SAN infrastructure, virtualization clusters, database servers, cloud environments, or mission-critical business applications, the Dell C1NK0 provides the performance and dependability required by modern enterprise data centers.

The Dell C1NK0 is particularly well suited for organizations seeking 300GB enterprise storage capacity, 15000 RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge enterprise server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 15000 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF), Hot-Pluggable

Category

Storage – Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD) for Dell PowerEdge Servers and Enterprise Storage Systems

Key Features
300GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
15000 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Hot-Pluggable Design
Enterprise-Class HDD Performance
Ultra-Low Latency Data Access
Reliable Read and Write Operations
Dual-Port SAS Enterprise Connectivity
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enhanced Data Integrity and Reliability
High IOPS Performance
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
Long-Term Enterprise Reliability
Ideal for SAN, Databases, Virtualization, Cloud, and Mission-Critical Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model C1NK0
Capacity 300GB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 15000 RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Dual Port Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Average Seek Time Approximately 3.4 ms
Average Latency Approximately 2.0 ms
MTBF Up to 2 Million Hours (Typical Enterprise Rating)
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers and Compatible Dell Enterprise Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enterprise Storage Area Networks (SAN)
Enterprise Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Financial Transaction Systems
High-I/O Enterprise Applications
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Enterprise Backup Systems
Private Cloud Deployments
Mission-Critical Business Applications
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Modern Enterprise Data Centers