Description
Interface
The IBM 00WC008 hard drive uses the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a high-speed data transfer interface that supports faster data transfer rates than traditional parallel SCSI. The SAS interface also provides improved scalability, reliability and data security.
The drive has a data transfer rate of 12 Gbps, which is the maximum data transfer rate supported by SAS interface. This high data transfer rate allows for fast data transfer between the hard drive and the host system, making it suitable for use in high-performance computing environments such as data centers and enterprise storage systems.
In addition, the SAS interface allows for multiple drives to be connected to a single host, providing increased storage capacity and improved data redundancy. This feature is particularly useful for large-scale storage applications such as data warehousing and backup.
High-performance
The IBM 00WC008 hard drive has a storage capacity of 8TB. This large storage capacity makes it suitable for use in large-scale data storage applications such as data warehousing, archiving, and backup. The large storage capacity allows for storing a large amount of data in a single drive, reducing the need for multiple drives to store the same amount of data.
The drive has a rotation speed of 7,200 RPM. This high rotation speed allows for fast data access and improved performance when compared to slower 5,400 RPM drives. The faster rotation speed means that the drive can access data faster, making it more suitable for use in high-performance computing environments such as data centers, where fast data access is critical.
The high storage capacity and fast rotation speed of the IBM 00WC008 hard drive make it a suitable option for use in large-scale storage applications where capacity and performance are important factors. Additionally, the drive uses advanced technology to optimize its performance, reducing the latency and power consumption.
Reliability and durability
Reliability refers to the ability of a system or product to function as intended over a period of time. It can be quantified by measuring the probability that a system will perform its intended function without failure over a specific period of time.
Durability refers to the ability of a system or product to withstand wear and tear, and to maintain its functionality over an extended period of time. It can be quantified by measuring the length of time a product can be used before it needs to be repaired or replaced.
Both reliability and durability are important factors to consider when designing and building products. A product that is reliable but not durable will still need to be replaced frequently, while a durable product that is not reliable may not meet the needs of the user.
General Information about this IBM 00WC008
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number or SKU# 00WC008
- Device Type: 8TB Hard Drive
Technical Information of IBM 8TB Hard Drive
- Capacity: 8TB
- Spindle Speed: 7200RPM
- Drive Interface Standard: SAS 12GBPS
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch
- Enclosure: Internal
- Product Family: Storwize V3700
- Interface Type: Serial Attached SCSI
Dimension and Weight for this IBM SAS 12GBPS Hard Disk
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 Lbs
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