Name: HUC101812CSS201 IBM DS8000 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 2.5-Inch Hard Drive (SED)
Brand: IBM
SKU: HUC101812CSS201
Price: 215.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM DS8000 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 2.5-Inch Hard Drive (SED) is a high-speed storage unit designed to fit into IBM DS8000 systems. It combines a compact form factor with strong encryption features, making it a practical choice for environments that need both performance and data security without sacrificing space.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	HUC101812CSS201
Alternate Part Number	HUC101812CSS201-03-CT

Technical Information
Capacity	1.2TB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	SED
Spindle Speed	10,000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	IBM DS8000

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.45 mm
Dimensions	15 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.45 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This IBM DS8000 1.2TB hard drive delivers reliable, high-performance storage tailored for enterprise environments. It’s built for use in IBM DS8000 systems, commonly found in data centers handling critical workloads that demand consistent speed and security. Often chosen by IT professionals managing large-scale storage arrays, this drive offers a balance of capacity and fast access times thanks to its 10,000 RPM spindle speed and SAS interface. The built-in self-encryption helps safeguard sensitive data without impacting performance. Key Features High-speed SAS interface ensures quick data transfer Enhanced security through integrated encryption technology Compact 2.5-inch size fits dense server configurations Durable 10K RPM spindle supports demanding applications Compatible specifically with IBM DS8000 storage arrays This drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage solutions where data protection and performance are priorities. It plays a critical role in maintaining system responsiveness and securing stored information without adding complexity.

Use Cases
The IBM DS8000 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 2.5-Inch Hard Drive (SED) is primarily integrated into enterprise storage arrays requiring high-speed, secure data access. It suits IT environments where data encryption and compact storage density are critical, such as financial institutions and healthcare organizations managing sensitive information. How It's Used: Enhancing data security in financial data centers through hardware-based encryption in IBM DS8000 storage systems. Supporting virtualization environments in enterprise IT with fast SAS connectivity and reliable spindle speed. Deploying in healthcare record management systems requiring compliance with data privacy regulations via self-encrypting drives. Facilitating high-density rack deployments where space efficiency and encrypted storage are priorities. Enabling secure storage clusters for large-scale data analytics platforms that handle sensitive datasets. This drive contributes to operational efficiency by combining performance with inherent encryption, allowing organizations to scale storage capacity securely without compromising throughput. Its integration in IBM DS8000 environments supports workloads demanding both speed and data protection.