Name: 005049205 EMC 900GB 10000RPM SAS 6.0 Gbps 3.5 32MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: EMC
SKU: 5049205
Price: 368.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The EMC 900GB 10,000 RPM SAS hard drive is designed to deliver dependable storage performance within enterprise storage systems. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and connects via a 6.0 Gbps SAS interface, making it a solid choice for servers and arrays that need a blend of speed and capacity without sacrificing reliability.

General Information
Brand	EMC
Part Number	5049205

Technical Information
Capacity	900GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5 inch
Cache	32MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers, Storage Arrays (EMC storage systems)

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.00
Depth	5.79
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.79
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
This EMC 900GB hard drive is built for enterprise environments requiring reliable storage and consistent performance. Often found in data centers and server racks, its 10,000 RPM speed helps reduce latency when accessing files or applications. The SAS 6.0 Gbps interface is commonly used in systems that demand quick communication between drives and controllers. IT professionals and system administrators typically use these drives to support databases, virtualization, and high-demand workloads. Its combination of capacity and speed makes it suitable for critical applications needing both space and responsiveness. Key Features Provides a balance of capacity and speed for enterprise needs Maintains data integrity with robust error correction Compatible with a wide range of EMC storage arrays 32MB cache helps smooth out data flow under heavy use Designed to handle continuous operation in server environments These drives are generally deployed in storage arrays or SANs, where uptime and performance are vital. They play a key role in maintaining smooth operation for business-critical systems by offering steady throughput and reliable storage.

Use Cases
The EMC 900GB 10,000 RPM SAS hard drive is ideally suited for enterprise IT environments requiring high-performance storage with reliable data throughput. It is commonly deployed in data centers and server farms where balancing capacity and speed is critical for managing virtualization workloads and large-scale applications. How It's Used: Supporting virtual machine storage in medium to large enterprise virtualization clusters. Deploying in rack-mounted servers to enhance database read/write operations in financial services. Integrating into storage arrays for content delivery networks requiring fast access to large datasets. Utilizing in remote office servers where consistent performance and capacity are needed without frequent hardware upgrades. Serving as a reliable tier within hybrid storage infrastructures combining SSDs and SAS drives. This drive enables operational efficiency by maintaining sustained data throughput necessary for demanding workloads while supporting scalability through standard 3.5-inch form factors. Its balance of speed and capacity helps organizations optimize storage architectures for performance-sensitive applications.