Name: 46U3572 IBM Lenovo 300GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 3.5-inch Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive for RD230 TD230
Brand: IBM
SKU: 46U3572
Price: 166.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 300GB 15K SAS hard drive offers reliable, high-speed storage designed for server use, particularly in Lenovo RD230 and TD230 systems. It fits standard 3.5-inch bays and supports hot-swapping, making it a practical choice for maintaining server performance without downtime.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	46U3572

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
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	RD230,TD230

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes

Product Description
This Lenovo 300GB 15K SAS hard drive is built for demanding server environments that require quick data retrieval and reliable storage. It is often found in enterprise servers like the RD230 and TD230, where speed and uptime are critical. Commonly used in data centers and IT infrastructure, this drive supports workloads that need rapid access to large data sets. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its robust performance and easy serviceability. Key Features High spindle speed enhances read/write operations for faster processing Compatible with 6Gb/s SAS backplanes for seamless integration Supports hot-swapping to reduce server downtime during replacements Designed to fit standard 3.5-inch drive bays in specific Lenovo servers Durable build suited for continuous enterprise-level operation Typically deployed in enterprise server racks, this drive plays a key role in maintaining data availability and performance. It’s reliable in environments where quick access to stored information is a must without interrupting server activity.

Use Cases
The 46U3572 IBM Lenovo 300GB 15000RPM SAS hard drive is primarily deployed in enterprise server environments requiring high throughput and low latency. It is well-suited for IT administrators managing compute-dense rack servers who need reliable, fast storage to support demanding workloads such as virtualization and database applications. How It's Used: Accelerating transactional database servers in large-scale data centers to ensure rapid data retrieval and processing. Supporting virtualization hosts in enterprise IT environments where multiple VMs depend on high IOPS and minimal downtime. Enabling high-performance storage tiers within storage clusters for applications demanding consistent low-latency access. Facilitating efficient storage expansion and maintenance in rack-mounted Lenovo RD230 and TD230 servers through hot-swappable design. Providing robust storage solutions in remote or branch office servers where reliability and ease of replacement are critical. By integrating this hot-swappable 15K SAS drive into server infrastructures, organizations can maintain operational continuity while scaling storage performance. Its compatibility with Lenovo rack servers and enterprise-grade features supports both capacity growth and high-speed data handling essential for modern workloads.