342-0550 – Dell 600GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
The Dell 342-0550 600GB SAS Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and demanding data center environments. With a 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 6Gb/s interface, this drive ensures ultra-fast data access, low latency, and consistent throughput for mission-critical workloads.
Built in a 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF), it is compatible with standard enterprise server bays and supports robust storage configurations. The hot-pluggable design allows seamless drive replacement without system downtime, ensuring uninterrupted operations in 24/7 enterprise environments.
Engineered for high IOPS performance and long-term reliability, this drive is ideal for database systems, virtualization platforms, and RAID storage arrays where speed and stability are essential.
Model Type:
Internal Enterprise HDD — 3.5″ SAS (6Gb/s, 15K RPM, Hot-Pluggable)
Category:
Storage — Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Key Features:
600GB Capacity — Balanced storage for performance-intensive workloads
15,000 RPM Speed — Ultra-fast data access with minimal latency
SAS 6Gb/s Interface — Reliable and high-speed enterprise connectivity
3.5-Inch LFF Design — Fits standard server drive bays
Hot-Pluggable Support — Replace or upgrade without downtime
Enterprise Reliability — Built for continuous 24/7 operation
High IOPS Performance — Ideal for transactional and database applications
Optimized Throughput — Suitable for demanding data center workloads
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 342-0550
Capacity 600GB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed 15,000 RPM
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 systems
Enterprise RAID storage arrays
Virtualization environments
Transaction-heavy workloads
Mission-critical server applications