Name: 00NC515 IBM 3TB 7200RPM Near Line SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-Inch Hard Drive for Storwize Storage System
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00NC515
Price: 425.67 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 3TB 7200RPM Near Line SAS Hard Drive is a reliable storage component designed for enterprise-grade systems like Storwize. It fits into environments where sustained data throughput and easy maintenance are important, offering a practical balance between capacity and performance without overcomplicating system design.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00NC515
Alternate Part Number	00NC515-01-UK

Technical Information
Capacity	3TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	NL-SAS (Nearline SAS)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	IBM Storwize (V3700, V5000, V7000), IBM System Storage
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 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	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This IBM 3TB Near Line SAS hard drive is built for enterprise storage systems that demand large capacity and consistent performance. It is commonly used in Storwize storage environments where data integrity and uptime are crucial. Designed for IT professionals managing data centers or large-scale storage arrays, this drive supports smooth operations with its hot-swappable feature, allowing replacements without downtime. Its 6Gb/s SAS interface helps sustain fast data access and transfer rates suitable for backup, archiving, or primary storage roles. Key Features Large 3TB storage to accommodate extensive data sets 6Gb/s SAS interface tailored for enterprise environments 7200 RPM speed providing a balance of performance and reliability Hot-swappable design simplifies hardware servicing Compatible with IBM Storwize systems for seamless integration These drives are often found in data centers or server rooms where capacity and reliability are a priority. They serve well in applications requiring stable storage that can handle continuous operation and occasional drive replacement without interrupting access to data.

Use Cases
The 00NC515 IBM 3TB Near Line SAS Hard Drive is ideal for businesses seeking scalable and dependable storage solutions. How It's Used: Expanding capacity in IBM Storwize storage arrays Data archival and backup storage requiring high capacity Enterprise servers demanding reliable near line storage Replacing or upgrading drives in active storage clusters without downtime Supporting data-intensive applications with steady read/write operations Its design supports continuous operation environments, ensuring businesses maintain data integrity and availability while managing growing storage requirements.