342-0123 – Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 16MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
The Dell 342-0123 300GB SAS Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and demanding data center environments. Featuring a 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 6Gb/s interface, this drive delivers exceptional data access speed, low latency, and consistent throughput for mission-critical applications.
With a 16MB cache, the drive enhances read/write efficiency, making it ideal for high IOPS workloads such as transactional databases and virtualization. Its 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF) ensures compatibility with traditional server bays, while the hot-pluggable design allows seamless replacement without system downtime.
Built for enterprise reliability, this hard drive supports continuous 24/7 operation and is widely used in RAID configurations and performance-intensive environments.
Model Type:
Internal Enterprise HDD — 3.5″ SAS (6Gb/s, 15K RPM, 16MB Cache, Hot-Pluggable)
Category:
Storage — Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features:
300GB Capacity — Optimized for performance-critical storage
15,000 RPM Speed — Ultra-fast data access and reduced latency
SAS 6Gb/s Interface — Stable and high-speed enterprise connectivity
16MB Cache — Improved data buffering and performance efficiency
3.5-Inch LFF Design — Compatible with standard enterprise server bays
Hot-Pluggable Support — Easy replacement without downtime
Enterprise Reliability — Built for 24/7 continuous operation
High IOPS Performance — Ideal for transactional and database workloads
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 342-0123
Capacity 300GB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed 15,000 RPM
Cache 16MB
Form Factor 3.5″
Hot-Swap Yes
Workload Type Enterprise / High Performance
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Arrays
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases:
High-performance database environments
Transaction-heavy enterprise applications
RAID storage arrays requiring fast IOPS
Virtualization platforms
Mission-critical server workloads