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Small silver 2.5 inch enterprise hard drive with SAS connector

HPE

HPE R0Q53A 900 GB 15000 rpm SAS 12Gb/s 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-1S15-D26V1

900 GB 15000 rpm 2.5" SAS 12Gb/s internal hard drive for HPE MSA storage systems

  • 900 GB capacity stores large enterprise datasets
  • 15000 rpm spindle speed accelerates transaction-heavy workloads
  • 12 Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-throughput connectivity
  • 5 inch small form factor fits dense storage arrays
  • Designed for HPE MSA storage system compatibility

Enterprise 900 GB SAS drive

The HPE R0Q53A is a 900 GB internal hard drive spinning at 15000 rpm for high-throughput workloads. It connects through a 12Gb/s SAS interface in a 2.5 inch form factor. The drive is built for HPE MSA storage systems where sustained performance matters.

No bundled accessories or software

The unit ships as a bare drive without cables, brackets or management utilities. Integration relies on the storage array’s own carrier and firmware ecosystem. Administrators should plan for spares or enclosures sourced separately.

2.5 inch SAS build for dense arrays

The small form factor allows high spindle density inside compatible MSA enclosures. A 12Gb/s SAS connector supports dual-port redundancy and hot-plug capability in supported bays. Mechanical design targets continuous operation in rack-mounted storage deployments.

Highlights

  • 900 GB capacity stores large enterprise datasets
  • 15000 rpm spindle speed accelerates transaction-heavy workloads
  • 12 Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-throughput connectivity
  • 5 inch small form factor fits dense storage arrays
  • Designed for HPE MSA storage system compatibility

Specifications

BrandHPE

Questions about this item

Does the 15000 rpm motor or SAS interface require periodic replacement in the HPE MSA 900GB 15K SFF drive?

The sealed 15000 rpm mechanism and SAS 12Gb/s interface have no user-serviceable parts; replacement is only needed if the drive itself fails.

What limit appears first during sustained workloads on the 900 GB 15K SAS drive?

The 12Gb/s SAS link and 15000 rpm spindle set the sustained throughput ceiling; the drive hits that interface or mechanical limit before any other bottleneck.

How much noise and heat does the R0Q53A 2.5" 15K drive produce when running continuously in an HPE MSA array?

The 15000 rpm spindle generates measurable vibration and warmth; the MSA enclosure fans increase speed to keep the 2.5" drive within its thermal envelope during all-day operation.

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