Name: 00E6172 IBM 300GB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps 2.5-inch 64MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00E6172
Price: 130.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 300GB 10,000RPM SAS 6.0 Gbps 2.5-inch hard drive offers a balance of speed, capacity, and reliability suited for enterprise storage solutions. It fits in server racks and storage arrays where quick data retrieval and dependability are required without compromising space.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00E6172

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SAS (6.0 Gbps)
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	0.59 in
Width	2.75 in
Depth	3.94 in
Dimensions	0.59 x 2.75 x 3.94 in
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This IBM 300GB SAS hard drive is built for enterprise servers and storage systems that require reliable and rapid data access. It’s commonly used in data centers and high-performance computing setups where durable, fast storage is essential. Often found in rack servers and storage arrays, this drive caters to IT professionals and system administrators managing critical workloads and databases. Its combination of speed and cache helps optimize response times and throughput. Key Features High spindle speed ensures consistent performance under heavy workloads 64MB cache reduces latency in data transfer 6.0 Gbps SAS interface supports quick communication with host systems Compact 2.5-inch size fits dense server storage configurations Designed for enterprise-grade reliability and durability This hard drive is typically deployed in environments like virtualization hosts, database servers, and transaction processing systems. It plays a critical role in maintaining smooth and efficient operations where speed and reliability matter most.

Use Cases
The IBM 300GB 10,000RPM SAS hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and high-performance server environments that demand fast, reliable access to transactional and operational data. It benefits IT professionals managing virtualization platforms or storage arrays where space efficiency and consistent throughput are critical. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization environments requiring rapid disk I/O for multiple concurrent workloads in enterprise IT setups. Integrating into rack-mounted storage solutions in data centers to optimize space without sacrificing performance. Deploying in high-transaction database servers where low latency and quick data retrieval improve application responsiveness. Utilizing in edge computing nodes needing compact, durable storage with fast access speeds for real-time processing. Enhancing storage clusters that manage mixed workloads by providing balanced throughput and reliability. This drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering consistent data transfer rates suited for demanding workloads, enabling scalable storage configurations. Its form factor and performance characteristics align with the needs of organizations aiming to optimize server density and maintain reliable data access.