Name: E-X4068B NetApp 6TB 7200 RPM SAS 12Gb/s 256MB Cache FIPS 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: NetApp
SKU: E-X4068B
Price: 193.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The E-X4068B NetApp 6TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gbs 256MB hard drive offers a balance of capacity, speed, and security designed for enterprise storage needs. It fits into data centers and business servers where dependable performance and data protection are essential.

General Information
Brand	NetApp
Part Number	E-X4068B

Technical Information
Capacity	6TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	512e,SED (FIPS)
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	NetApp
MTBF	2,000,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 x 101.6 x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The E-X4068B is a 6TB 3.5-inch hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions. It operates at 7200 RPM and uses a 12Gbps SAS interface, making it suitable for systems requiring dependable and efficient data access. Often found in server environments or data centers, this drive is built for workloads that demand both capacity and secure data handling. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its combination of speed, size, and encryption capabilities. Key Features High-capacity 6TB drive for extensive data storage 7200 RPM speed balances performance and power usage 12Gbps SAS interface designed for enterprise connectivity 256MB cache improves read/write efficiency Self-Encrypting Drive with FIPS certification for data security This hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise servers, storage arrays, and backup systems. Its FIPS-certified encryption helps protect sensitive data in regulated industries, while its large capacity supports databases, virtualization, and archival storage.

Use Cases
The E-X4068B NetApp 6TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gbs 256MB HDD is well-suited for enterprise storage arrays where high-capacity, secure disk drives are required to handle demanding workloads. It serves IT professionals managing virtualization platforms and high-throughput transaction systems needing consistent performance and data protection. How It's Used: Deployed in rack-mounted storage clusters within data centers supporting mixed workloads and virtualization environments. Integrated into enterprise backup and archival systems requiring encrypted drives to meet compliance standards. Used in high-density server farms handling large-scale database applications where sustained throughput is critical. Implemented in remote office storage solutions needing secure, reliable SAS connectivity with efficient caching. Employed in cloud infrastructure nodes requiring scalable storage with FIPS-compliant encryption for sensitive data handling. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by providing robust performance and security features tailored to enterprise IT infrastructures. Its compatibility with high-speed SAS interfaces and substantial cache memory supports scalability while maintaining data integrity and throughput in complex storage deployments.