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Silver 3.5 inch SAS hard drive in Dell R series caddy

DELL

DELL MBA3073RC 73GB 15000RPM 3.5" SAS 16MB internal hard drive

SKU CH-9M4R-PR2PV

73 GB 3.5-inch SAS hard drive spinning at 15 000 RPM with 16 MB cache, supplied new with an R-series caddy

  • 15,000 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
  • 73 GB capacity stores critical server workloads
  • 16 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • SAS 3 Gb/s interface connects directly to enterprise controllers
  • Includes R-series caddy for tool-free 3.5" bay installation

73GB 15K SAS enterprise drive

The Dell MBA3073RC is a 73GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 15000RPM with a SAS 3Gb/s interface and 16MB cache. It ships new and includes the R Series caddy for direct mounting in compatible Dell server bays. The 2.0 pound unit carries a 90-day warranty. This high-speed spindle suits transaction-heavy workloads that demand low latency.

Suits database logs and tiered arrays

This drive fits administrators who need a small-capacity, high-IOPS spindle for database logs, email queues or caching tiers in a SAS backplane. The 73GB limit rules out buyers who want more storage for bulk archives, media libraries or backup targets. Systems without a SAS host bus adapter or RAID controller cannot use this drive. Laptop or desktop builders needing a 2.5-inch form factor should look elsewhere.

15000RPM spindle speed decides fit

The 15000RPM rotational speed is the single specification that determines whether this part matches the performance window of the target workload. It delivers the sustained throughput and access time required for write-intensive, latency-sensitive applications. If the project calls for higher capacity per spindle or lower power draw, a different drive class is required.

Highlights

  • 15,000 RPM spindle speed accelerates data access
  • 73 GB capacity stores critical server workloads
  • 16 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother throughput
  • SAS 3 Gb/s interface connects directly to enterprise controllers
  • Includes R-series caddy for tool-free 3.5" bay installation

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How long can the 15000RPM spindle run continuously before thermal throttling becomes the first limit?

The 15000RPM spindle is rated for continuous enterprise duty; thermal throttling only engages if chassis airflow falls below the drive's specified operating envelope.

What noise and heat levels should I expect when the MBA3073RC runs all day in a server chassis?

Expect typical 15K SAS acoustics and heat output; the included R-series caddy directs airflow across the 3.5" frame to keep temperatures within enterprise limits.

Which host interface must my system already provide for this MBA3073RC to function?

Your backplane or controller must present a 3Gb/s SAS port; the drive plugs directly into that interface via the supplied R-series tray.

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