Dell 342-2242 300GB 15K RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-inch hot-pluggable hard drive delivers ultra-fast enterprise storage for PowerEdge servers. Available with 4–6 business days lead time.

342-2242 – Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive

The Dell 342-2242 300GB SAS Hard Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for Dell PowerEdge servers and data center environments. Featuring a 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 6Gb/s interface, this drive delivers ultra-fast data access, low latency, and consistent throughput for mission-critical workloads.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF), it supports high-density server configurations while maintaining efficient power usage and thermal stability. The hot-pluggable design enables easy installation and replacement without system downtime, ensuring continuous operation in enterprise environments.

This drive is well-suited for virtualization, database systems, and RAID storage arrays where speed, reliability, and high IOPS performance are essential.

Model Type:

Internal Enterprise HDD — 2.5″ SAS (15K RPM, Hot-Pluggable)

Category:

Storage — Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features:
300GB Capacity — Optimized for performance-focused workloads
15,000 RPM Speed — Ultra-fast data access with minimal latency
SAS 6Gb/s Interface — Stable high-speed enterprise connectivity
2.5-Inch SFF Design — Ideal for dense server environments
Hot-Pluggable Support — Replace drives without downtime
Enterprise Reliability — Built for 24/7 continuous operation
High IOPS Performance — Suitable for transactional workloads
Consistent Throughput — Supports demanding enterprise environments
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 342-2242
Capacity 300GB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed 15,000 RPM
Form Factor 2.5″
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