Name: 42C0269 IBM 146GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch HDD
Brand: IBM
SKU: 42C0269
Price: 69.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 146GB 10,000 RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot Swappable 2.5-Inch Hard Drive provides fast, reliable storage tailored for data-intensive enterprise environments. It fits into server setups where quick data retrieval and easy maintenance are important, offering a balance between capacity, speed, and convenience in a compact package.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	42C0269
Alternate Part Number	42C0269-06-CT

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Product Description
This 146GB hard drive is built for high-speed data access and reliable storage, commonly used in enterprise servers and data centers. Its 10,000 RPM spindle speed helps reduce latency, making it suitable for applications that require quick read/write operations. Often found in IBM storage systems, this 2.5-inch drive supports seamless hot-swapping to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades. IT professionals benefit from its robust design and compatibility with SAS interfaces that deliver consistent performance. Key Features High spindle speed improves overall system responsiveness 6Gb/s SAS interface ensures speedy data transfers Compact 2.5-inch size fits dense server configurations Hot-swappable for easy replacement without powering down Reliable build designed for enterprise-grade workloads This hard drive is typically deployed in environments where uptime and speed are critical, such as database servers and virtualization hosts. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations by allowing quick access to essential data.

Use Cases
The IBM 146GB 10,000 RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch HDD is primarily suited for enterprise IT environments requiring dependable high-speed storage within compact server configurations. It serves data centers and virtualization platforms where rapid data access and minimal downtime during maintenance are critical. How It's Used: Deployed in rack-mounted servers supporting intensive database transactions in financial institutions. Utilized in virtualization hosts to optimize performance for multiple virtual machines in corporate data centers. Integrated into storage clusters to enhance throughput for analytics workloads in research facilities. Employed in remote office servers requiring hot-swappable drives to maintain continuous operations with limited onsite IT support. Used in edge computing devices for real-time processing where compact, high-speed storage is essential. This hard drive design supports operational efficiency by enabling quick data retrieval and easy replacement without service interruption. Its scalability and robust interface facilitate sustained performance in demanding storage infrastructures.

42C0269 IBM 146GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 2.5-Inch HDD

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