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By [B2X Global](https://blog.b2xglobal.com/author/b2x-global) ![The Demise of the 15K SAS Drive?](https://blog.b2xglobal.com/hubfs/489BFC94-B769-4DF7-8502-EB33E59C75D0.jpg) Have we seen the last of the 15K SAS drive? According to HPE, they are definitely on their way out. The last time buy deadline for most of the popular HPE 15K SAS drives was September 2023. 15K drives have been a trusted workhorse for years but now we are starting to see pricing on 15k SAS drives reach equilibrium with their flash storage counterpart. Our latest blog post delves into the why and the what's next. We'll explore the evolving landscape of data storage and what customers can do with their existing drives. Join us as we uncover the impact of this change and discover the practical next steps you can take. Andrew Stewart and Josh Monina are back to discuss this emerging topic in a two for one special!      Have additional questions? 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