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Silver 3.5-inch SAS hard drive with Dell tray

DELL

DELL Constellation ES 600GB 15000 RPM SAS 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-Q2VB-KYJC5

A 600 GB 15 000 RPM SAS hard drive with 16 MB cache in a 3.5 inch form factor for server hot-plug use

  • Total capacity600 GB
  • Interface typeSAS
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Rotational speed15,000 RPM
  • Cache memory16 MB
  • 600 GB capacity stores large data sets
  • 15000 RPM spindle speed delivers fast read and write performance
  • 0 GB/s SAS interface provides high-throughput connectivity
  • 16 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother I/O
  • Hot-plug 3.5-inch form factor enables drive replacement without system downtime

Server-grade 600 GB SAS drive

The Dell Constellation ES delivers 600 GB of storage on a 3.5-inch SAS interface spinning at 15000 RPM with a 16 MB cache. It is built for hot-plug server and storage arrays that require enterprise-class reliability and consistent throughput. The 6.0 GB/s external transfer rate supports demanding database and virtualization workloads.

Sustained enterprise workloads

At 15000 RPM the drive maintains high sequential and random I/O rates over long periods, unlike desktop drives that throttle under continuous load. The SAS dual-port architecture provides path redundancy and helps sustain performance during rebuilds or heavy multi-user access. A 1.0-inch low-profile height fits dense 3.5-inch bays without airflow compromise.

Hot-plug installation notes

The drive ships with a Dell tray (W347K/W348K) for tool-less insertion into compatible hot-swap backplanes. Installation fails when the backplane or controller does not support 6 Gb/s SAS or when the tray latch is not fully seated, causing the drive to stay invisible to the RAID controller. Verify SAS HBA or RAID card compatibility before deployment.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $73.99
Cheaper than about 62% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 600 GB
Lower than about 76% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $123.32 per TB
Pricier than about 68% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Model nameConstellation ES
Total capacity600 GB
Performance
Rotational speed15,000 RPM
Storage
Cache memory16 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Questions about this item

How much heat and noise does the 15000 RPM SAS drive produce under continuous load?

The 15000 RPM spindle speed and SAS 6.0 GB/sec interface increase vibration and heat output compared with slower drives; ensure your chassis provides adequate airflow.

What controller or backplane is required to run this SAS drive?

A SAS host bus adapter or RAID controller with a 6.0 GB/sec SAS port is required; the drive will not operate from a standard SATA-only motherboard header.

Can this 3.5 inch SAS drive share a backplane with older 3.5 inch SATA drives?

Yes, a SAS backplane accepts both SAS and SATA drives, so the 3.5 inch Constellation ES can sit alongside legacy SATA units in the same enclosure.

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