Name: 44X3243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4GB/s 3.5-inch Hard Disk Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 44X3243
Price: 439.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 44X3243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard disk drive serves as a reliable storage component in enterprise environments. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and connects via a 4GB/s Fibre Channel interface, making it a solid choice for systems that need both capacity and fast access to data without compromising on stability.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	44X3243

Technical Information
Capacity	450GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise SAN,Storage Arrays
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.0
Depth	5.79
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.79
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
This IBM 450GB hard disk drive is built for environments requiring quick and dependable data retrieval. It’s commonly found in data centers and enterprise storage systems where performance and capacity are critical. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on drives like this for mission-critical applications and servers. Key Features High spindle speed that reduces latency and boosts I/O performance Fibre Channel interface designed to maintain stable connections in SAN setups Ample 450GB capacity to handle sizable datasets efficiently Durable 3.5-inch design compatible with many rack-mount and blade servers Optimized for use in RAID configurations and storage arrays This drive is typically deployed in enterprise server racks, storage area networks, and backup systems. Its combination of speed and capacity helps keep data flowing smoothly, which is essential for businesses managing large volumes of information or running complex applications.

Use Cases
The 44X3243 IBM 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard disk drive is commonly utilized in enterprise data centers where high-speed data access and reliable storage are critical. IT administrators managing virtualization platforms and storage area networks benefit from its robust performance and compatibility with standard 3.5-inch bays. How It's Used: Supporting transactional databases in enterprise IT environments requiring low latency and high throughput. Providing fast, reliable storage for virtualization hosts in rack-mounted server deployments. Enhancing performance of SAN storage clusters used by medium to large-scale enterprises. Facilitating backup and archival operations in data centers prioritizing high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity. Deploying in edge computing nodes where consistent data access speed is essential. This hard drive enables operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance under demanding workloads and supports scalable storage configurations. Its integration into existing Fibre Channel infrastructures aids in maintaining effective data flow and overall system responsiveness.