Name: RD105 Dell 73GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5in Hard Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: RD105
Price: 147.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The RD105 Dell 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch hard drive fits into server environments where both speed and reliability are key. It serves as a dependable storage solution, particularly in networked storage setups like SANs, providing efficient data access and transfer rates suited for enterprise needs.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	RD105

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM, 2Gb/s
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
The RD105 Dell 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to deliver reliable and speedy storage for enterprise servers and storage arrays. Built for high-performance environments, it’s often found in data centers where quick access to data is critical. IT professionals and system administrators rely on this drive to support demanding applications that require consistent throughput and low latency. Its Fibre Channel interface makes it a solid choice for SAN (Storage Area Network) setups, providing a stable connection and fast data flow. Key Features High-speed 10,000 RPM spindle reduces latency and improves response times 73GB capacity suitable for balancing storage space with performance needs 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface tailored for enterprise storage networks 3.5-inch size compatible with most rack-mounted servers Optimized for use in SAN environments, ensuring reliable connectivity This hard drive typically appears in business-grade servers and storage systems where reliability and speed are necessary for handling databases, virtualization, or backup tasks. Its role is to maintain steady performance without compromising data integrity, making it a practical component in many IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The RD105 Dell 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is primarily utilized in enterprise server environments where high-speed data access and reliable storage are critical. It is well-suited for IT infrastructures demanding fast I/O performance, such as storage area networks (SANs) and virtualization platforms. How It's Used: Deployed in data center SAN arrays to provide consistent low-latency access for transactional databases. Integrated into virtualization host servers to support multiple virtual machines requiring rapid disk throughput. Used within enterprise backup solutions to ensure fast read/write cycles during scheduled data protection tasks. Implemented in mid-sized business rack deployments requiring cost-effective high-performance storage. Employed in storage clusters managing critical business applications with demanding I/O workloads. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering sustained performance in multi-user environments, enabling scalable storage configurations. Its compatibility with Fibre Channel interfaces enhances data transfer reliability, which is essential for mission-critical enterprise operations.

RD105 Dell 73GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5in Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases