342-5438 – Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

342-5438 – Dell 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-Inch Hard Drive

The Dell 342-5438 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, it delivers ultra-fast data access, low latency, and high IOPS performance for mission-critical workloads.

Its 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) enables efficient use of server space in high-density configurations while maintaining strong thermal and power efficiency. Built for continuous 24/7 enterprise operation, this drive ensures reliable performance in critical IT environments.

This model is ideal for high-speed applications such as transactional databases, virtualization platforms, and enterprise RAID systems where performance and responsiveness are essential.

Model Type:

Internal Enterprise HDD — 2.5″ SAS (15K RPM)

Category:

Storage — Enterprise SAS Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Key Features:
300GB Capacity — Optimized for performance-driven workloads
15,000 RPM Speed — Ultra-fast access with low latency
SAS 6Gb/s Interface — High-speed enterprise connectivity
2.5-Inch SFF Design — Ideal for dense server environments
Enterprise Reliability — Built for continuous 24/7 operation
High IOPS Performance — Suitable for transactional workloads
RAID Compatible — Supports scalable storage configurations
Efficient Power Usage — Designed for data center efficiency
Technical Specifications:
Specification Details
Model 342-5438
Capacity 300GB
Drive Type Internal HDD
Interface SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed 15,000 RPM
Form Factor 2.5″
Hot-Swap Typically supported (system dependent)
Workload Type High-Performance / Mission-Critical Storage
Compatibility Dell PowerEdge Servers & Storage Arrays
Lead Time 4–6 Business Days
Typical Use Cases:
High-performance database systems
Transaction-heavy applications
Virtualization environments
Enterprise RAID arrays
Mission-critical workloads