Name: 540-5523 Sun 36.4GB 10000 RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Sun
SKU: 540-5523
Price: 135.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Sun 36.4GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive provides a balance of speed and reliability for enterprise storage systems. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and connects through a 2 Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, making it a solid choice for SANs and server arrays needing consistent performance without extra complexity.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	540-5523

Technical Information
Capacity	36.4GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM, 2Gb/s
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This Sun 36.4GB hard drive is designed for high-performance storage needs, delivering rapid access to data with its 10,000 RPM speed. It uses a 2 Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, which is commonly found in enterprise storage arrays and servers requiring reliable, fast data transfer. Built for professional environments, it's often deployed in data centers or business-critical systems where speed and durability are essential. IT administrators and system integrators typically use this drive to boost storage efficiency and maintain consistent system performance. Key Features High-speed 10,000 RPM spindle ensures quick read/write operations Reliable 2 Gb/s Fibre Channel connection for seamless integration with enterprise networks 8MB cache to improve data throughput and reduce latency 36.4GB capacity suitable for handling moderate storage demands 3.5-inch form factor compatible with standard server drive bays This hard drive is commonly found in storage area networks (SANs) and high-availability server environments. Its role is to provide dependable and fast storage that keeps critical applications running smoothly.

Use Cases
The Sun 36.4GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is optimized for high-throughput and low-latency storage applications within enterprise IT infrastructures. It is particularly suited to environments requiring fast, reliable access to data across storage area networks (SANs) and server arrays. How It's Used: Deployment in data centers supporting virtualization platforms that demand consistent I/O performance for multiple virtual machines. Integration into SAN configurations for mid-sized enterprises needing scalable and high-speed storage connectivity. Usage in enterprise server arrays that handle transactional database workloads with frequent read/write operations. Implementation in rack-mounted storage clusters where 3.5" form factor drives are standard and speed is critical. Support for remote office storage consolidation requiring dependable Fibre Channel communication with central data repositories. This drive’s combination of Fibre Channel connectivity and 10,000 RPM operation helps maintain efficient data flow and scalability in complex storage environments. It supports enterprise workloads by balancing performance and reliability without adding unnecessary system complexity.

540-5523 Sun 36.4GB 10000 RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

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