Name: 00AJ305 IBM 600GB 15000RPM 6Gbps SAS 2.5-Inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00AJ305
Price: 477.56 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is a reliable storage component designed for enterprise servers and storage systems. It fits into environments demanding quick access to data and dependable performance, making it a key part of critical infrastructure setups.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00AJ305

Technical Information
Capacity	600GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SAS 6Gb/s
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	0.59
Width	2.75
Depth	3.95
Dimensions	0.59 x 2.75 x 3.95
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This IBM 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is built for enterprise environments where performance and reliability are crucial. It's commonly used in servers and storage arrays requiring rapid data access and consistent throughput. Often found in data centers handling transactional databases, virtualization, or high-demand applications, this drive suits IT professionals managing critical workloads that can’t afford downtime. Key Features High spindle speed optimizes read/write operations for demanding tasks Persistent SAS interface offers strong error correction and data integrity Compact 2.5-inch size fits dense storage configurations Hot-pluggable capability allows for drive replacement without shutting systems down 600GB capacity balances storage space with performance needs This hard drive is typically found in server racks and storage enclosures where uptime and speed matter most. Its role in fast data retrieval helps maintain smooth operation for business-critical applications.

Use Cases
The IBM 600GB 15000RPM SAS hard drive is optimized for enterprise-grade server environments where high throughput and low latency are critical. It is best suited for IT teams managing virtualization clusters, database servers, and real-time analytics workloads that demand consistent performance under heavy I/O loads. How It's Used: Deployed in data center rack servers to support high-performance transaction processing systems. Integrated into storage arrays for enterprise virtualization environments requiring fast, reliable access to virtual machine disk files. Utilized by financial services IT operations for real-time analytics and trading platforms where minimal latency is essential. Implemented in cloud infrastructure nodes hosting mixed workload applications needing consistent IOPS performance. Used in backup and archival systems with rapid retrieval requirements to enhance data availability in SMB networks. This drive supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent high-speed data transfer essential for scaling complex server workloads. Its hot-pluggable design facilitates maintenance and scalability within enterprise storage clusters without disrupting service availability.