Seagate

Seagate ST3300657SS – 300GB | SAS 6Gb/s | 15000RPM | 3.5" | Enterprise HDD

$159.95

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The ST3300657SS is a 300GB SAS 6Gb/s hard drive featuring 15,000RPM, 16MB cache, and 3.4ms average read seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for Tier 1 storage environments, it is ideal for enterprise storage arrays, high-performance computing, and mission-critical database applications. Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers (1900, 1950, 2900, 2950, R300, R900), PowerVault MD storage arrays, and HP ProLiant DL series servers. This Cheetah 15K.7 drive delivers industry-leading 3.5-inch drive reliability at 1.6 million hours MTBF.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.

Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST3300657SS
  • Capacity: 300GB
  • Interface: SAS 6Gb/s
  • Spindle Speed: 15,000RPM
  • Cache: 16MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5 inch
  • Seek Time: 3.4ms read / 3.9ms write
  • Latency: 2.0ms
  • MTBF: 1,600,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise HDD
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • SAS 6Gb/s interface for high-speed data transfer
  • 15,000RPM spindle speed for maximum performance
  • 16MB cache buffer for improved I/O efficiency
  • 3.5-inch form factor for server compatibility
  • 1.6 million hours MTBF for enterprise reliability
  • PowerTrim technology for power optimization
  • Enhanced Error Correction Code (ECC)
  • Background media scan capability
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring SAS connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with Dell PowerEdge 840, 1900, 1950, 1950 III, 2900, 2900 III, 2950, 2950 III, 2970, 6900, 6950, R300, R900, R905, T300, T605 servers and PowerVault MD1000, MD3000, NF100, NF500, NF600 storage arrays. Also compatible with HP/Compaq ProLiant DL140 G2/G3, DL145 G2/G3, DL160 G5/G5p, DL165 G5, DL180 G5, DL185 G5, DL320 G3/G4/G5/G5p, DL360 G4p, DL380 G5, ML110 G3, ML150 G3/G5, ML310 G2/G3/G4/G5, ML350 G4p/G5 servers. Not compatible with SATA-only controllers or systems requiring 2.5-inch drives.

Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

300GB SAS 6Gb/s 15K RPM 1.6M MTBF Factory Sealed

Why the ST3300657SS is the right enterprise HDD

The Cheetah 15K.7 series represents the highest performing, highest capacity 3.5-inch mission critical hard drive with best-in-class reliability for Tier 1 storage environments. It features unprecedented performance with a sustained data rate of up to 204 MB/s. This industry-leading enterprise drive reduces storage costs per GB while increasing capacity per watt. Seagate's PowerTrim technology provides up to 21 percent improvement over the previous generation in watts/GB at idle.

Maximum 15K Performance

Delivers unprecedented performance with sustained data rates up to 204 MB/s and 15,000RPM spindle speed. Features 3.4ms average read seek time and 2.0ms average latency for rapid data access.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

Industry's highest 3.5-inch drive reliability at 1.6 million hours MTBF. Advanced read/write technology delivers unrecoverable error rate of 1x10E16 and AFR of 0.55 percent.

SAS 6Gb/s Interface

Features SAS 6Gb/s interface with dual-port capability for redundancy. Provides superior scalability and performance compared to SATA drives in enterprise environments.

Power-Optimized Design

Seagate's proprietary PowerTrim technology provides up to 21 percent improvement over the last generation in watts/GB at idle. Dynamically optimizes drive power consumption at all levels of activity.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SAS, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a SATA hard drive used for?

A SATA (Serial ATA) hard drive is used in desktops, laptops, servers, and NAS systems for data storage. It’s the most common hard drive type, offering a balance of speed, affordability, and wide compatibility.

2. What’s the difference between SATA I, II, and III?

The difference is speed. SATA I supports up to 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s), SATA II up to 3 Gb/s (300 MB/s), and SATA III up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s). Most modern drives use SATA III but remain backward compatible with older versions.

3. Are SATA hard drives compatible with older systems?

Yes. SATA drives are backward compatible, meaning a SATA III drive can work on a SATA II or I port, though performance will be limited to the slower speed of the system.

4. What’s the maximum capacity of a SATA hard drive?

SATA hard drives come in a wide range of capacities, from 500GB to over 20TB. This makes them suitable for everything from basic desktop use to large-scale data storage and backup.

5. Can I use a SATA hard drive in RAID or NAS systems?

Yes. SATA drives support RAID configurations and can be used in NAS systems. For higher reliability, enterprise-grade SATA models such as NAS, surveillance, or data-center drives are recommended.

6. What is the difference between a 2.5" and a 3.5" SATA hard drive?

2.5" SATA drives are smaller and commonly used in laptops or compact systems, while 3.5" SATA drives are larger and primarily used in desktops, servers, and NAS devices.

7. How do SATA hard drives compare to SSDs?

Both use the SATA interface, but HDDs store data on spinning disks while SSDs use flash memory. SSDs are much faster, but SATA HDDs remain more affordable for high-capacity storage.