Description
Product Information to IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6GBPS Hard Drive
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for businesses and organizations that require large amounts of reliable data storage. This hard drive is part of the IBM System x and BladeCenter server lineups and is commonly used in data centers, cloud computing environments, and high-performance computing clusters.
In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the features and specifications of the IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive, and explore its benefits and applications.
Capacity and Performance
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive has a storage capacity of 900GB, which is suitable for storing large amounts of data. The drive uses a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which provides high-speed data transfer rates of up to 6Gbps. This means that data can be quickly transferred to and from the drive, making it ideal for applications that require high levels of input/output operations per second (IOPS), such as database servers and virtualization environments.
The hard drive also has a spindle speed of 10,000 revolutions per minute (RPM), which means that it can access data quickly and efficiently. This makes it suitable for applications that require fast data access, such as web servers and high-performance computing clusters.
Hot-Swap Capability
One of the key features of the IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive is its hot-swap capability. This means that the drive can be replaced while the server is still running, without the need to power down the system. This can be particularly useful in data center environments where downtime needs to be minimized, and the system needs to be available 24/7.
Reliability and Durability
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive is designed to be highly reliable and durable. It uses advanced error correction technology to ensure that data is stored accurately and without corruption, and it has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of 1.6 million hours. This means that the drive is highly unlikely to fail during its lifespan, which can give businesses and organizations peace of mind.
In addition, the drive is designed to withstand high levels of shock and vibration, which can occur in data center environments. It has a 2.9ms typical seek time and a 3.4ms typical latency, making it highly responsive and able to handle multiple requests simultaneously.
Compatibility
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive is compatible with a wide range of IBM System x and BladeCenter servers, including the IBM System x3650 M4 and IBM BladeCenter HS23. This means that it can be easily integrated into existing server infrastructures, and businesses and organizations can easily upgrade their storage capacity by adding more of these hard drives.
Applications and Benefits
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps Hot-Swap Hard Drive is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Data center environments: The drive’s high-performance and reliability make it ideal for data center environments where uptime is critical.
- Cloud computing: The drive’s fast data transfer rates and hot-swap capability make it suitable for cloud computing environments where scalability and availability are important.
- High-performance computing: The drive’s fast spindle speed and high IOPS make it suitable for high-performance computing environments that require fast data access.
- Virtualization: The drive’s high IOPS and fast data transfer rates make it suitable for virtualization
General Information
- Manufacturer: IBM
- MPN: 00WC037
- Type: Hard Drive – Hot swap
- HDD-Type: SAS 6GBPS
- SKU: 00WC037
Technical Information
- Capacity: 900 GB
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Interface: SAS 6GBPS
- Performance Drive Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBPS (External)
- Spindle Speed: 10000 RPM
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
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