Name: 00FN120 IBM 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gbps Nearline Simple Swap Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00FN120
Price: 130.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 2TB 7200RPM SATA Nearline Simple Swap hard drive provides a solid storage solution designed for data-heavy environments. It fits seamlessly into enterprise systems that prioritize both capacity and ease of maintenance, especially where hot-swapping is beneficial to minimize disruptions.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00FN120

Technical Information
Capacity	2TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	00FN120 IBM 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s Nearline Simple Swap 3.5" Hard Drive
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This IBM 2TB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is built for data storage with a focus on reliability and straightforward deployment. It’s commonly used in servers and storage arrays where large capacity and steady performance are essential. Often found in enterprise environments, it suits IT professionals who require dependable nearline storage for backups, archives, or less frequently accessed data. Its Simple Swap design is tailored for quick replacement without downtime. Key Features Offers 2TB of space for wide-ranging storage demands Maintains consistent speed at 7200 RPM for balanced performance Utilizes SATA 6Gb/s for efficient data flow and compatibility Enables hot-swapping with the Nearline Simple Swap mechanism Fits standard 3.5" drive bays for easy integration This hard drive is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise storage setups where uptime and capacity matter. It plays a practical role in managing large volumes of data without requiring continuous access speed.

Use Cases
The IBM 2TB 7200RPM SATA Nearline Simple Swap hard drive is well-suited for enterprise data centers and server environments where high-capacity, reliable storage is critical. It is particularly useful in situations requiring quick drive replacement without downtime, such as in virtualization clusters or storage arrays supporting large-scale applications. How It's Used: Integrated into rack-mounted storage arrays in data centers to provide scalable nearline storage for archival and backup workloads. Deployed in virtualization hosts where hot-swapping minimizes service interruptions during maintenance or hardware upgrades. Used by enterprise IT teams managing remote office servers that demand dependable high-capacity drives with simple replacement procedures. Configured in storage clusters supporting big data analytics environments requiring both capacity and timely drive replacement capabilities. Utilized in file servers within SMB networks that need cost-effective, high-capacity drives with easy serviceability. This drive's design enhances operational efficiency by enabling quick swap-outs without shutting down systems, supporting continuous availability. Its balance of storage capacity and ease of maintenance helps organizations streamline scalability and performance management across demanding server and storage infrastructures.