Name: 43W7488 IBM 146GB 15K RPM 3Gb/s SAS 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 43W7488
Price: 244.46 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 146GB 15000RPM 16MB Cache SAS Hard Disk Drive is engineered to meet the performance needs of enterprise-level storage systems. Offering fast data access with a 15000 RPM speed and 16MB cache, it ensures quick processing and retrieval of critical information. Its SAS 3Gb/s interface supports high-speed data transfer, making it an essential component for high-performance environments like servers and storage arrays.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	43W7488

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Drive Type	Internal Hard Drive
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This is a high-performance 146GB 3.5-inch hard disk drive from IBM, designed for enterprise-level applications requiring speed and reliability. Operating at 15000 RPM, it delivers rapid access to data, making it ideal for storage systems that need quick data retrieval. The 16MB cache improves performance by speeding up read/write operations, ensuring that high-demand workloads are handled efficiently. With its SAS 3Gb/s interface, this drive offers fast data transfer speeds, making it an excellent choice for businesses looking to optimize their storage infrastructure. Key Features 146GB storage capacity ideal for enterprise applications 15000 RPM speed for enhanced data access times 16MB cache for improved read/write performance SAS 3Gb/s interface for rapid data transfer speeds 3.5-inch form factor for easy integration into standard server setups Designed for high-demand environments, this hard drive provides the reliability and speed needed for mission-critical storage applications.

Use Cases
The IBM 146GB 15K RPM SAS Hard Disk Drive is designed for enterprise environments that demand rapid data access and high throughput. It is particularly suited for data centers and server farms handling intensive transactional workloads where low latency and reliability are critical for maintaining operational continuity. How It's Used: Deployment in virtualization clusters requiring fast storage response times to support multiple virtual machines simultaneously. Integration into high-availability server systems processing large databases with frequent read/write operations. Use in storage arrays within enterprise IT environments to optimize performance of critical business applications. Implementation in financial services infrastructure where rapid data retrieval accelerates transaction processing. Support for data-intensive analytics platforms in research institutions demanding consistent I/O performance. This drive enhances system responsiveness and throughput in demanding storage environments, enabling organizations to scale their infrastructure while maintaining performance levels. Its consistent high-speed operation contributes to minimizing bottlenecks in data handling and improves overall system efficiency.

43W7488 IBM 146GB 15K RPM 3Gb/s SAS 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

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