Running out of reliable storage in a cramped server rack? You need a compact, high-capacity drive that keeps your data safe and your power bill low. The Seagate Constellation .2 (ST9500620SS-RFB) 500GB 7200rpm 64MB 2.5" SAS HDD delivers enterprise-grade performance in a 2.5-inch form factor, perfect for dense data-centre environments where every millimetre counts.
Key Features of a 500GB SAS HDD
- Capacity: 500 GB. Stores a large amount of data while fitting into tight spaces.
- Interface: SAS. Provides fast, reliable 6 Gbit/s connections with enhanced data integrity.
- Speed: 7200 RPM. Offers quick read/write cycles for demanding applications.
- Buffer size: 64 MB. Improves data transfer efficiency and reduces latency.
- MTBF: 1 400 000 h. Ensures long-term reliability for 24×7 operation.
- Average latency: 4.16 ms. Delivers responsive access to stored information.
- Power consumption (typical): 5.6 W. Keeps energy costs down while maintaining performance.
- Weight: 183 g. Light enough for easy handling and installation.
- Dimensions: 100.5 mm × 70 mm × 14.8 mm. Fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays without modification.
- Vibration tolerance: Best-in-class. Maintains stable operation even in high-density spindle arrays.
Why Choose Seagate SAS HDD
If you manage servers or storage arrays, you know how critical space efficiency and uptime are. Many drives either waste rack space or fail under continuous load, forcing costly replacements. This Seagate SAS HDD combines a small 2.5-inch size with enterprise-level durability, giving you the capacity you need without sacrificing reliability. It’s designed for organisations that cannot afford downtime or excess power consumption.
Benefits of Seagate SAS HDD
- Energy efficiency: Low idle power (3.27 W) reduces overall data-centre electricity use.
- High availability: 1.4 million-hour MTBF means fewer failures and less maintenance.
- Fast access: 7200 RPM and 64 MB cache provide quick data retrieval for busy workloads.
- Secure data: Optional self-encrypting drive (SED) protects information and cuts retirement costs.
- Compact design: Small footprint allows you to double storage density in the same rack space.
Usages of a 500GB SAS HDD
This 500GB SAS HDD is ideal for high-density servers, storage-area networks, and enterprise workstations that demand reliable, fast access to large data sets while keeping power consumption and physical space to a minimum. It excels in environments such as virtualisation hosts, database servers, and backup appliances where consistent performance and security are essential.
Specifications
| Features |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 1400000 h |
| Average latency | 4.16 ms |
| Read seek time | 8.5 ms |
| Write seek time | 9.5 ms |
| Storage drive buffer size | 64 MB |
| Component for | Server/workstation |
| Interface | SAS |
| HDD size | 2.5" |
| HDD speed | 7200 RPM |
| HDD capacity | 500 GB |
| Power |
| Start-up current | 0.8 A |
| Operating voltage | 5 V |
| Power consumption (idle) | 3.27 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 5.6 W |
| Operational conditions |
| Non-operating shock | 400 G |
| Operating shock | 70 G |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 60 °C |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight | 183 g |
| Depth | 100.5 mm |
| Height | 14.8 mm |
| Width | 70 mm |
| Logistics data |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717050 |
| Other features |
| Data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Internal | Yes |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 60 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 °C |
