Description
Product Overview of IBM 00NA528
The IBM 00NA528 is a 2TB 7.2K RPM NL SATA 6Gbps 2.5-inch G3 hot swap hard drive. This hard drive is designed for use in enterprise-level data storage systems and offers a large capacity, high-speed data transfer, and reliable performance. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of each of the terms in the hard drive’s name, so you can better understand what each of them means and how they contribute to the hard drive’s performance.
Capacity: 2TB
The first part of the hard drive’s name, “2TB,” refers to its capacity. Capacity is a measure of how much data a hard drive can store. In this case, the hard drive has a capacity of 2 terabytes (TB), which is equivalent to 2,000 gigabytes (GB) or 2,000,000 megabytes (MB). This is a large amount of data storage and is suitable for use in data centers or other enterprise-level storage systems where large amounts of data need to be stored.
RPM: 7.2K
The next part of the hard drive’s name, “7.2K RPM,” refers to its rotational speed. RPM stands for “rotations per minute,” and it measures how many times the hard drive’s disk platters rotate per minute. In this case, the hard drive has a rotational speed of 7,200 RPM. A higher RPM generally means faster data access times, which can improve overall performance. However, higher RPM also means more heat and noise, so there are trade-offs to consider.
NL: Nearline
The “NL” in the hard drive’s name stands for “nearline.” Nearline storage is a type of data storage that is designed to be faster than traditional offline storage, such as tape backup, but slower than online storage, such as solid-state drives (SSDs) or RAM. Nearline storage is typically used for data that needs to be accessed frequently but doesn’t need to be accessed as quickly as data stored on online storage. Nearline storage is often used in data backup and archiving systems.
SATA: 6GBPS
The next part of the hard drive’s name, “SATA 6Gbps,” refers to the hard drive’s interface. SATA stands for “serial ATA,” and it is a type of interface used to connect hard drives and other storage devices to a computer or storage system. SATA is a common interface for hard drives and is compatible with most modern computers and storage systems. The “6Gbps” in the hard drive’s name refers to the interface’s maximum data transfer rate, which is 6 gigabits per second (Gbps). This is a high-speed interface that allows for fast data transfer between the hard drive and the computer or storage system.
2.5-inch: Form Factor
The “2.5-inch” in the hard drive’s name refers to its form factor. Form factor refers to the physical size and shape of the hard drive. In this case, the hard drive has a form factor of 2.5 inches, which is a common form factor for laptop and small form factor desktop computers. The 2.5-inch form factor is smaller and more compact than the larger 3.5-inch form factor used in many desktop computers, which allows for more compact storage systems.
G3: Generation 3
The “G3” in the hard drive’s name refers to its generation. Hard drive generations are typically defined by the technology used in their design and construction. In this case, the hard drive is a third-generation (G3) hard drive, which means it incorporates the latest technology available at the time of its release. G3
General Information about the IBM 00NA528
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 00NA528
- Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Interface Type: SATA 6GBPS
Technical Information
- Capacity : 2TB
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch
- Drive Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS (External)
- Spindle Speed : 7200 RPM
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 2.8 Inch
- Depth: 3.9 Inch
- Height: 0.6 Inch
- Weight: 0.50 lbs
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