Description
Power Consumption and Reliability
The 00WK881 IBM 8TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS 3.5 Inch Hot Swap Internal Hard Drive is designed to be energy efficient, it has a low power consumption which helps to reduce the overall power consumption of the storage system. The drive has a power consumption of around 7.5W, which is relatively low compared to other hard drives.
In terms of reliability, the drive is built to meet high standards of durability and reliability. It has been tested and qualified to withstand the rigors of enterprise-class storage environments, and it is designed to run continuously in a 24x7x365 operation. The drive is also built with advanced error correction and data protection features, which help to protect against data loss and corruption in the event of a drive failure.
Additionally, the drive has a hot-swap feature, which allows for easy replacement of a failed drive without shutting down the system or disrupting the operation, making it a suitable option for mission-critical systems that require high availability. The drive is specifically designed for use in IBM servers and storage systems and it is fully compatible with these systems.
It’s important to note that reliability can be affected by a variety of factors including the environment where the drive is used and the workload on the drive. It is recommended to check the technical specifications of the system or controller before purchasing this hard drive to ensure that it meets the reliability requirements of the intended application.Data Transfer Speed
The 00WK881 IBM 8TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS 3.5 Inch Hot Swap Internal Hard Drive has a data transfer speed of 12 Gbps. This is the fastest data transfer speed currently available on SAS interface and it is a significant improvement over the previous generation SAS interface that supports 6 Gbps. This high data transfer rate allows for faster data access and better performance for applications that require fast data access such as large data analytics, virtualization, and databases.
The drive utilizes SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface which is a high-speed data transfer interface designed for use in enterprise-level storage systems and servers. SAS interface supports both point-to-point and multi-drop topologies, it uses a serial protocol to transfer data, which provides a faster data transfer rate compared to parallel SCSI interface. SAS interface also supports full-duplex data transfer, which means it can read and write data at the same time, improving overall performance and efficiency.
It is important to note that the actual data transfer rate can vary depending on the specific make and model of the system or controller, so it is recommended to check the technical specifications of the system or controller before purchasing this hard drive to ensure that it meets the data transfer rate requirements of the intended application. Additionally, some systems may require a firmware update to support the 12 Gbps data transfer speed of this drive. Hot-Swap Capabilities
The 00WK881 IBM 8TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS 3.5 Inch Hot Swap Internal Hard Drive has hot-swap capabilities. This means that the drive can be easily removed and replaced without shutting down the system or disrupting the operation. This feature is particularly useful for mission-critical systems that require high availability.
When a drive failure occurs, the hot-swap feature allows for quick replacement of the failed drive with a new one, minimizing the downtime and ensuring that the system can continue to operate at full capacity.
The drive is designed to be inserted and removed from the system while the power is on, and the system can automatically recognize the new drive and rebuild the data without interruption. This allows for easy maintenance and upgrades to the storage system without having to shut down the system, which can save time and money.
It’s important to note that hot-swap feature may vary depending on the specific make and model of the system or controller, so it is recommended to check the technical specifications of the system or controller before purchasing this hard drive to ensure that it meets the hot-swap requirements of the intended application.
General InformationManufacturer: IBM
MPN: 00WK881
Type: Internal Hard Drive (HDD)
HDD Type: SAS 12GBPS
SKU: 00WK881
Designed For : IBM Storwize V5000
PerformanceForm Factor: 3.5 Inch
Capacity: 8 TB
Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
Data Transfer Rate: 1200 Mbps
Drive Interface Type: SAS 12.0 Gbps
Expansion / ConnectivityInterfaces: 1 X SAS 12GBPS
Compatible Bays: 3.5 Inch
Dimension and WeightWidth : 4 Inch
Depth : 5.8 Inch
Height : 1 Inch
Weight : 1.52 Lbs
