DELL
DELL 342-2976 900GB 10000 RPM 64MB SAS 2.5" internal hard drive
A 2.5-inch SAS hard drive delivering 900 GB at 10000 RPM with 64 MB cache for server workloads
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSerial Attached SCSI 2
- Capacity900GB
- RPM10000 RPM
- Cache64MB
- Average Latency12Gb/s
- Fast 10000 RPM spindle cuts access time
- 900GB capacity stores large server workloads
- 64MB cache smooths burst I/O traffic
- SAS interface delivers 12Gb/s transfer rate
- 5" form factor fits dense drive bays
Server storage drive
The Dell 342-2976 is a 900GB 2.5 inch SAS drive spinning at 10000 RPM with 64MB cache. It is built for server environments that need fast sequential access and consistent throughput.
Sustained workload behaviour
The 10000 RPM spindle and 6Gb/s SAS 2 interface keep data moving during long read or write sessions without the slowdown typical of lower speed disks. The 64MB cache absorbs bursts so the drive maintains steady performance under continuous load.
Compatibility check
Verify your chassis accepts 2.5 inch SAS drives and that your controller supports the SAS 2 6Gb/s link. Confirm the drive tray or caddy matches the bare drive form factor before ordering.
Highlights
- Fast 10000 RPM spindle cuts access time
- 900GB capacity stores large server workloads
- 64MB cache smooths burst I/O traffic
- SAS interface delivers 12Gb/s transfer rate
- 5" form factor fits dense drive bays
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | 342-2976 |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | Serial Attached SCSI 2 |
| Capacity | 900GB |
| RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Cache | 64MB |
| Average Latency | 12Gb/s |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.52 kg |
| Package size | 203 × 102 × 51 mm |
Questions about this item
How much heat and noise does the 10000 RPM SAS drive generate during continuous server operation?
The 10000 RPM spindle speed and SAS interface are built for sustained enterprise workloads; expect higher thermal output and acoustic levels than lower-speed drives, so plan chassis airflow accordingly.
Which controller or backplane must my system provide to run this 2.5" SAS 6Gb/s drive?
A SAS 6Gb/s (SAS-2) host bus adapter or RAID controller with a 2.5" drive bay and proper power connector is required; the drive uses the standard SAS data and power interface.
Can this 6Gb/s SAS drive share a backplane with older 3Gb/s SAS drives?
Yes, the drive negotiates down to 3Gb/s on legacy SAS-1 backplanes, though throughput will be limited to the slower link speed.
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