Name: 46Y0297 IBM 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray
Brand: IBM
SKU: 46Y0297
Price: 126.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 46Y0297 IBM Internal Hard Drive delivers 300 GB of fast, dependable storage in a compact 2.5-inch SAS form factor, running at 10K RPM with 6 Gbps transfer rates-an ideal match for IBM System x servers handling demanding workloads in enterprise IT environments.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	46Y0297

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

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The IBM 46Y0297 internal hard drive is built for performance-oriented server environments that demand speed, reliability, and efficiency. With a compact 2.5-inch form factor and enterprise-class SAS interface, it ensures smooth data handling in critical applications. Key Features 300 GB storage with high-speed 10K RPM operation 6 Gbps SAS interface ensures consistent transfer performance 2.5-inch design allows for space-efficient server integration Engineered for 24/7 reliability in demanding workloads Fully compatible with IBM System x servers This drive is an excellent choice for transactional databases, mid-tier virtualization, and performance-driven storage arrays. It provides steady throughput while supporting dense system configurations and mission-critical uptime.

Use Cases
The 46Y0297 IBM 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive with Tray is typically deployed in enterprise data centers requiring high-speed, reliable storage solutions. It is well-suited for environments where consistent low-latency access to large datasets is critical, such as virtualization platforms and transaction-heavy applications. How It's Used: Supporting high-performance storage arrays in enterprise IT racks to optimize data throughput for critical workloads. Enabling virtualization environments with rapid disk access to maintain responsiveness for multiple virtual machines. Integrating into SAN (Storage Area Network) infrastructures to provide dependable Fibre Channel connectivity for clustered servers. Deploying in financial institutions where fast data retrieval and transactional integrity are essential. Facilitating backup and recovery operations in medium to large data centers that demand scalable and robust storage assets. By delivering a balance of speed and capacity, this hard drive supports operational efficiency in complex storage ecosystems. Its compatibility with IBM System x servers helps organizations scale their infrastructure while maintaining consistent performance under demanding workloads.