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Seagate

Seagate ST3600057SS 600GB 15K RPM 6Gb/s 3.5" SAS internal hard drive

SKU CH-DY5F-TCGKB

A 600 GB enterprise SAS drive spinning at 15 000 RPM with 16 MB cache for Tier 1 server storage

  • 600 GB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • 15000 RPM spindle speed delivers fast transactional throughput
  • SAS 6Gb/s interface connects directly to server backplanes
  • PowerTrim technology reduces watts per gigabyte at every load level
  • 16 MB cache buffers bursts for consistent I/O performance

Enterprise 600 GB 15K SAS Drive

This Seagate Cheetah 15K.7 drive delivers 600 GB of storage on a 3.5-inch SAS 6Gb/s interface spinning at 15000 RPM with a 16 MB buffer. It is built for Tier 1 mission-critical server environments where sustained throughput and low latency matter. PowerTrim technology adjusts consumption dynamically across activity levels. The drive is supplied new in a lot of 20 units.

Suited for high-transaction servers not desktop PCs

Database clusters, virtualisation hosts and high-frequency logging arrays benefit from the 15K spindle speed and SAS dual-port reliability. Workstations without a SAS HBA or backplane cannot use this drive. Buyers needing larger capacities should evaluate other options. Laptop or small-form-factor builds lack the 3.5-inch bay and power budget required.

Interface decides compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the 3.5-inch SAS 6Gb/s interface; the system must provide a matching SAS controller and physical bay. Without that connection the drive cannot communicate or receive power. Verify the host bus adapter and backplane support SAS before purchase.

How it compares

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Price $1,057.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does the 3.5 inch SAS drive fit a standard 3.5 inch drive bay?

The unit is a 3.5 inch form factor internal hard drive, so it fits a standard 3.5 inch bay in a server chassis.

How do I install the Seagate Cheetah 15K.7 without damaging the SAS connector?

Align the SAS connector with the backplane or controller port, press firmly until seated, and secure the drive with screws; do not force the connector at an angle.

When should I replace the 600GB 15000RPM drive in a Tier 1 storage array?

Replace the drive when SMART attributes show reallocated sectors, seek errors, or when the Drive Self Test reports a failure.

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