Name: 44W2243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM 3.5-inch SAS 6GB/s Hot Swapable LFF Hard Drive with Tray
Brand: IBM
SKU: 44W2243
Price: 344.60 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 44W2243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-inch hot-swappable hard drive with tray delivers high-speed performance and ease of use for enterprise-level storage solutions. Its combination of capacity, speed, and maintainability makes it ideal for data-intensive workloads requiring consistent uptime and rapid data access.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	44W2243

Technical Information
Capacity	450GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This IBM 450GB 15,000 RPM SAS hard drive is designed for high-performance enterprise storage systems requiring rapid data access and dependable uptime. Its large form factor and hot-swappable design allow seamless integration and maintenance in demanding environments. Key Features High rotational speed ensures quick data retrieval and processing SAS 6Gb/s interface supports robust throughput and connectivity 3.5-inch LFF size balances capacity with system compatibility Hot-swap functionality enables drive replacement without downtime Tray included for convenient installation and secure mounting This drive is well suited for critical applications in data centers, servers, and storage arrays that demand both speed and reliability under continuous operation.

Use Cases
The 44W2243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 3.5-inch hot-swappable hard drive is designed for enterprise environments that demand high-performance storage with minimal downtime. It is particularly suited for data centers and server farms where rapid data access and reliability are critical for handling intensive workloads. How It's Used: Deployed in virtualization clusters to support high I/O workloads and maintain consistent response times. Integrated into rack-mounted servers for financial services requiring fast transactional data processing. Used in enterprise databases where quick read/write cycles ensure efficient query handling and data integrity. Employed in backup and archival systems within large IT infrastructures to provide reliable hot-swappable storage options. Incorporated into edge computing nodes demanding robust performance with easy drive replacement in remote or distributed sites. This drive supports operational continuity by enabling swift maintenance through hot-swap capability, facilitating scalability within storage arrays. Its performance characteristics help maintain throughput and reduce bottlenecks in demanding enterprise applications.