Name: 005-048696 EMC 500GB 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 7200RPM 3.5" Hard Drive
Brand: EMC
SKU: 005-048696
Price: 184.71 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (122 reviews)

Product Overview
The EMC 500GB 2Gb/s Fibre Channel hard drive offers balanced storage capacity and speed tailored for SAN environments. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via Fibre Channel to deliver steady throughput. This drive is often part of enterprise storage setups where reliability and consistent data access are key needs.

General Information
Brand	EMC
Part Number	005-048696

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Storage Arrays,Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
This EMC 500GB Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to provide dependable storage performance for enterprise environments. It is built for data centers and servers requiring fast, consistent access to large volumes of data. Often found in SAN (Storage Area Network) setups, this drive helps maintain efficient workflows and data management. Key Features High-speed 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface supports rapid data transfer with low latency 7200 RPM spindle speed balances performance with energy efficiency 8MB cache buffer improves read/write efficiency 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays and storage enclosures Designed for reliable operation in demanding enterprise storage systems This hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage arrays where data integrity and speed are critical. It supports business-critical applications by delivering consistent performance while managing large datasets. The drive’s compatibility with EMC storage solutions makes it a solid choice for maintaining storage infrastructure reliability.

Use Cases
The EMC 500GB 2Gb/s Fibre Channel hard drive is designed primarily for SAN environments requiring consistent throughput and reliable storage. It is ideal for enterprise IT operations managing medium-scale data workloads that depend on steady access speeds and storage stability within 3.5-inch bays. How It's Used: Hosting virtual machine storage in mid-size data centers leveraging Fibre Channel SANs for low-latency access. Supporting high-transaction database servers in enterprise environments where predictable disk performance is crucial. Integrating into rack-mounted storage arrays for SMBs needing cost-effective yet reliable persistent storage. Facilitating backup and archival storage nodes in distributed IT infrastructures that prioritize data integrity. Deploying in storage clusters within remote offices that require scalable capacity coupled with consistent Fibre Channel connectivity. This hard drive's balance of capacity and Fibre Channel throughput makes it suitable for operational environments where maintaining predictable performance and expandability is essential. Its compatibility with standard 3.5" bays ensures straightforward integration into existing storage architectures supporting enterprise workloads.