Name: HDD-CS-ST3146855SS Supermicro 146GB 3Gb/s SAS 15K 3.5" 16MB Hard Drive
Brand: Supermicro
SKU: HDD-CS-ST3146855SS
Price: 269.11 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Supermicro 146GB 3Gb/s SAS 15K 3.5" hard drive is built to provide fast and dependable storage for server environments. It fits well in data centers and enterprise systems where speed and reliability are key, offering solid performance without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	Supermicro
Part Number	HDD-CS-ST3146855SS

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	146.99 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 146.99 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Supermicro hard drive offers 146GB of storage designed for enterprise environments requiring speed and durability. It’s commonly used in servers or storage arrays where fast data retrieval is critical. Built for data centers and IT professionals managing demanding workloads, this drive fits into 3.5-inch bays and connects via a 3Gb/s SAS interface. Its high spindle speed helps reduce latency during read/write operations. Key Features High rotational speed improves access times for databases and virtualization Robust SAS interface suited for server-grade storage systems 16MB cache boosts performance during heavy multitasking Designed to handle continuous operation in demanding environments Reliable 3.5" form factor compatible with many server chassis This drive is typically found in rack-mounted servers and enterprise storage solutions where consistent uptime and quick data access are essential. It helps maintain system responsiveness even under heavy load, making it a practical choice for IT setups dealing with intensive data processing.

Use Cases
The Supermicro 146GB 3Gb/s SAS hard drive is predominantly utilized within enterprise-level server environments that require high-speed data access and robust reliability. It is particularly suited for IT infrastructures managing transactional workloads, virtualization, and applications demanding consistent performance under heavy I/O operations. How It's Used: Deploying in rack-mounted storage arrays to support intensive database transactions in financial institutions. Incorporation within virtualization clusters where fast random access reduces latency for multiple virtual machines. Utilization in data center environments for high-throughput log processing and analytics workloads. Integration into enterprise backup systems requiring rapid data retrieval and sustained write performance. Supporting high-performance computing (HPC) nodes handling real-time data processing tasks. This drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent low-latency access critical for enterprise applications, enabling scalability in dense storage configurations while maintaining the requisite speed and reliability for demanding server workloads.