Name: C4072 Dell 146GB 10K RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: C4072
Price: 276.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch hard drive is designed to provide dependable, high-speed storage for enterprise systems. It fits well in server and storage setups where fast access and reliable communication over Fibre Channel networks are needed. This drive balances capacity and performance, making it a solid component in many professional data environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	C4072

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Physical Characteristics
Height	25.4 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	25.4 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This Dell 146GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive delivers robust performance for servers and storage arrays requiring quick, dependable access to data. It’s built for environments where speed and reliability matter, such as databases, virtualization, and transaction processing systems. Often found in enterprise data centers, this drive supports Fibre Channel networks that demand consistent throughput and low latency. IT professionals and system administrators rely on it to maintain uptime and efficient data handling in critical applications. Key Features High speed spindle reduces wait times for data retrieval Uses Fibre Channel 2Gb/s for stable, enterprise-grade connectivity Durable design suitable for continuous operation in data centers Compatible with a wide range of Dell storage systems and servers 3.5-inch size integrates smoothly into existing infrastructure These drives typically appear in storage arrays or SAN environments where fast transaction speeds are crucial. Their performance helps reduce bottlenecks and supports workloads that require frequent access to stored data. This makes them a practical choice for organizations managing large volumes of business-critical information.

Use Cases
The Dell 146GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and server environments where high-speed, reliable storage access is critical. It is particularly suitable for IT professionals managing storage clusters and virtualization workloads requiring consistent performance and low latency. How It's Used: Utilized in enterprise storage arrays to support mission-critical database applications requiring fast read/write operations. Deployed within virtualization hosts to provide consistent I/O throughput for multiple virtual machines in corporate data centers. Integrated into Fibre Channel SANs for large-scale storage networks supporting financial services and healthcare systems. Used in rack-mounted server configurations where space and performance efficiency are essential for server consolidation projects. Employed in backup and archival systems within SMB environments that rely on dependable Fibre Channel connectivity for data integrity. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering stable, high-speed data access in environments where performance and reliability are paramount. Its compatibility with Fibre Channel networks supports scalable storage infrastructures that can adapt to evolving enterprise demands.

C4072 Dell 146GB 10K RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

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