Name: 542-0163-01 Sun 600GB 15K RPM Fibre Channel 4Gbps 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Disk Drive with Bracket for StorageTek 6140
Brand: Sun
SKU: 542-0163-01
Price: 1131.80 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Sun 542-0163-01 600GB 15K RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-inch internal hard drive provides a powerful storage solution for enterprise environments. Its high-speed performance, substantial cache, and seamless integration with StorageTek 6140 systems make it an excellent choice for businesses seeking reliable and efficient data storage options.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	542-0163-01

Technical Information
Capacity	600GB

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
The Sun 542-0163-01 is a high-performance 600GB 15K RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-inch internal hard drive engineered for enterprise storage solutions. With a 16MB cache and a 15,000 RPM spindle speed, it delivers exceptional data transfer rates, making it ideal for demanding applications and high-throughput environments. The drive's Fibre Channel interface ensures reliable and fast connectivity, while its 3.5-inch form factor and included bracket facilitate straightforward installation into compatible systems, particularly the StorageTek 6140. Key Features 600GB storage capacity to accommodate large datasets 15,000 RPM spindle speed for quick data retrieval 16MB cache to enhance read/write operations 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface for high-speed data transfer 3.5-inch form factor with bracket for easy system integration Designed for compatibility with StorageTek 6140 systems This hard drive offers a robust and efficient storage solution, ensuring high performance and reliability for enterprise applications.

Use Cases
The Sun 542-0163-01 hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise data centers requiring high throughput and low latency storage. It is particularly suited for environments running StorageTek 6140 systems, where reliable Fibre Channel connectivity and rapid data access are critical for maintaining large-scale storage arrays. How It's Used: Supporting high-performance transactional databases in large financial institutions demanding fast read/write cycles. Integrating into SAN storage clusters within enterprise IT environments to enhance data availability and throughput. Enabling virtualization platforms that require robust backend storage for multiple virtual machines in cloud service providers. Deploying in backup and archival systems of data centers where consistent data integrity and quick retrieval are key. Facilitating video editing and media production facilities that require sustained high-speed data transfers. This hard drive’s design aligns with operational efficiency goals by offering dependable performance tailored to high-demand storage infrastructures. Its integration capabilities with StorageTek 6140 systems ensure scalability and streamlined maintenance in complex storage environments.