Description
Product overview of the IBM 26K5839
The 26K5839 IBM 300GB 10K RPM SAS 3.0 GBPS 3.5 16MB Cache Hot Swap Hard Drive is a high-performance storage device designed for use in enterprise-level applications. In this article, we will explain what each of these specifications means and why they are important.
Capacity
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive has a capacity of 300GB, which means it can store up to 300 gigabytes of data. This is a significant amount of storage space, which is ideal for organizations that need to store large amounts of data such as video, audio, images, and other types of media. The high storage capacity of the 26K5839 IBM hard drive means that it can be used for a wide range of applications, from data backup and archiving to database storage and virtualization.
Rotational Speed
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive has a rotational speed of 10,000 RPM (revolutions per minute). This means that the disk inside the hard drive spins 10,000 times every minute, which is faster than traditional hard drives that typically have a rotational speed of 5,400 or 7,200 RPM. The faster rotational speed of the 26K5839 IBM hard drive means that data can be accessed more quickly, resulting in faster read and write speeds. This makes it ideal for applications that require high-speed data access, such as video editing, gaming, and data analysis.
Interface
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which is a type of interface used to connect storage devices to servers and other computing equipment. SAS is a high-performance interface that provides faster data transfer speeds than SATA (Serial ATA), which is a more commonly used interface in consumer-grade hard drives. The SAS interface used in the 26K5839 IBM hard drive is capable of transferring data at speeds of up to 3.0 GBPS (gigabits per second), which is significantly faster than the 1.5 GBPS maximum speed of SATA 1.0. This means that data can be transferred more quickly between the hard drive and the server or other computing equipment, resulting in faster overall system performance.
Form Factor
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive has a 3.5-inch form factor, which means it is larger and less compact than the 2.5-inch hard drives. This makes it ideal for use in servers and other computing equipment where space is not limited. The larger form factor of the 26K5839 IBM hard drive means that it can provide greater storage capacity compared to 2.5-inch hard drives.
Cache
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive has a 16MB cache, which is a type of high-speed memory that is used to temporarily store frequently accessed data. The cache helps to improve overall system performance by reducing the time it takes for the hard drive to access frequently used data. The larger the cache, the more data that can be stored and accessed quickly. The 16MB cache in the 26K5839 IBM hard drive means that it can provide faster data access compared to hard drives with smaller caches.
Hot Swap
The 26K5839 IBM hard drive is hot-swappable, which means that it can be replaced while the server is running without the need to power it down. This is a useful feature in enterprise-level applications where downtime can be costly. Hot-swappable hard drives allow for easy maintenance and upgrades, without the need to shut down the entire system.
General Information about the IBM 26K5839
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 26K5839
- Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Interface Type: SAS 6 GBPS
Technical Information
- Storage Capacity: 300 GB
- Spindle Speed (RPM): 10000
- Buffer Size: 16MB
Network & Communication
- Wireless LAN: No
Interfaces / Ports
- Drive Interface: SAS
Physical Characteristics
- Drive Type: Internal
- Form Factor: 3.5″
Miscellaneous
- Device Supported: Server
