CF73M

CF73M – Dell 300GB 10000RPM SAS 12Gb/s 512n 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell CF73M 300GB Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers and enterprise storage environments. Featuring 300GB storage capacity, 10,000 RPM spindle speed, a SAS 12Gb/s interface, 512n (512-byte Native) sector format, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) with hot-pluggable support, this enterprise hard drive delivers outstanding performance, low latency, and enterprise-class reliability for mission-critical workloads.

Designed for organizations requiring fast and dependable storage, the Dell CF73M is ideally suited for database servers, virtualization platforms, enterprise applications, cloud infrastructure, software-defined storage (SDS), online transaction processing (OLTP), and business-critical computing environments. Its 300GB capacity is ideal for operating systems, enterprise databases, virtual machines, and frequently accessed business data.

The SAS 12Gb/s interface provides enterprise-grade bandwidth, advanced error correction, and dual-port capability (where supported), ensuring high-speed data transfers and maximum system availability. Combined with the 10,000 RPM rotational speed, the drive delivers excellent random read/write performance, reduced latency, and improved responsiveness for demanding enterprise applications.

Supporting the 512n (512-byte Native) sector format, the Dell CF73M offers broad compatibility with existing enterprise operating systems, RAID controllers, and storage infrastructures, making it an excellent choice for organizations maintaining traditional storage environments while benefiting from modern SAS performance.

Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design maximizes storage density while reducing power consumption and cooling requirements in modern rack-mounted servers. The hot-pluggable (hot-swap) capability allows administrators to replace or install drives without shutting down the server, minimizing maintenance downtime and ensuring continuous business operations.

Manufactured according to Dell's rigorous enterprise quality standards, the Dell CF73M is engineered for 24/7 continuous operation, delivering consistent performance, exceptional durability, and enterprise-class reliability. Whether deployed in virtualization clusters, database servers, enterprise storage arrays, or mission-critical applications, it provides the speed and dependability required by modern enterprise IT infrastructures.

The Dell CF73M is particularly well suited for organizations seeking 300GB enterprise storage, 10K RPM performance, SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, 512n compatibility, hot-pluggable functionality, and optimized compatibility with Dell PowerEdge server platforms.

Model Type

Enterprise Hard Drive (HDD) — 10,000 RPM, SAS 12Gb/s, 512n, Hot-Pluggable, 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Category

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

Key Features
300GB Enterprise Storage Capacity
10,000 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed
SAS 12Gb/s High-Speed Interface
512n (512-byte Native) Sector Format
2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
Hot-Pluggable (Hot-Swap) Support
Enterprise-Class Reliability
High IOPS Performance
Low-Latency Read and Write Performance
Optimized for Dell PowerEdge Servers
Enhanced Data Integrity
Excellent Random Read and Write Performance
Energy-Efficient Enterprise Design
Designed for 24/7 Continuous Operation
Long-Term Enterprise Durability
Ideal for Databases, Virtualization, Cloud Infrastructure, and Mission-Critical Applications
Technical Specifications
Specification Details
Model CF73M
Capacity 300GB
Drive Type Enterprise Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Rotational Speed 10,000 RPM
Interface SAS 12Gb/s
Sector Format 512n (512-byte Native)
Form Factor 2.5-Inch (SFF)
Hot-Plug Support Yes
Data Transfer Rate Up to 12Gb/s
Enterprise Grade Yes
Designed for Continuous Operation Yes
Reliability Enterprise-Class
MTBF Up to 2 Million Hours (Typical Enterprise Rating)
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers and Compatible Dell Enterprise Storage Systems
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases
Dell PowerEdge Servers
Database Servers
Virtualization Platforms
Enterprise Applications
Cloud Computing Infrastructure
Software-Defined Storage (SDS)
Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Enterprise Storage Arrays
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Financial Transaction Systems
Private Cloud Deployments
Business-Critical Applications
Storage Consolidation
Application Servers
Modern Enterprise Data Centers