Name: 44X3242 IBM 300GB 15000RPM 4Gbps Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 44X3242
Price: 274.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 300GB 15,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to provide fast, reliable storage in enterprise settings. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via a 4Gbps Fibre Channel interface, making it a solid choice for SAN environments that require high-speed data access.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	44X3242

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel (4 Gbps), 3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.0
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
This IBM 300GB hard drive is built for environments requiring fast and dependable data storage. It’s commonly used in enterprise servers and storage arrays where speed and reliability are critical. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on drives like this to handle transactional databases, virtual environments, and other workloads demanding quick read/write operations. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency for better performance Fibre Channel interface offers stable data transfer within SAN setups 3.5-inch size fits standard enterprise storage bays Durable design suited for continuous operation in server environments Optimized for handling heavy I/O workloads efficiently This hard drive is typically installed in data centers and server rooms where consistent uptime matters. It helps maintain smooth operation for critical applications and supports quick data retrieval, which is essential for business continuity.

Use Cases
The IBM 44X3242 300GB 15,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is primarily utilized in enterprise storage networks requiring high throughput and low latency. It is ideal for data centers and server environments where rapid access to transactional data and consistent performance under load are critical. How It's Used: Deploying in SAN architectures within large-scale data centers to support high-speed database transactions. Integrating into virtualization clusters that demand fast I/O response times for multiple concurrent workloads. Utilizing in enterprise IT environments for hosting critical applications that require consistent low-latency storage. Implementing in rack-mounted server arrays where maintaining quick access to active datasets is necessary. Supporting backup and archival systems that leverage Fibre Channel connectivity for reliable data transfers. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering sustained performance tailored for demanding workloads. Its compatibility with Fibre Channel SANs ensures scalable expansion while maintaining low access latencies essential for enterprise storage infrastructures.