Name: SP-306A-R6 NetApp 2TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s Hot-Swappable 3.5-Inch HDD
Brand: NetApp
SKU: SP-306A-R6
Price: 177.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The SP-306A-R6 is a 2TB 7200RPM SATA hard drive that fits into 3.5-inch bays, designed for use in NetApp storage systems and similar enterprise setups. It offers dependable storage with a fast 6Gb/s interface and hot-swappable convenience, making it suitable for critical applications where reliability and easy maintenance are key.

General Information
Brand	NetApp
Part Number	SP-306A-R6

Technical Information
Capacity	2TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA HDD
Cache	128MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	NetApp storage systems
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This 2TB SATA hard drive provides reliable storage with a 7200RPM speed, designed for data centers and enterprise environments. It’s commonly found in NetApp storage arrays, built to handle intensive workloads and frequent access. IT professionals and system administrators often choose this drive for its balance of capacity and performance. Key Features Large 2TB capacity meets growing storage demands 7200RPM speed balances performance and power consumption SATA 6Gb/s interface compatible with modern servers and storage systems Hot-swappable design allows easy replacement without downtime 3.5-inch size fits standard drive bays in enterprise hardware Primarily deployed in enterprise storage arrays, this drive helps maintain continuous operation with its hot-swap capability. It plays a crucial role in environments where uptime and data integrity are essential, such as data centers and virtualization platforms.

Use Cases
The SP-306A-R6 hard drive is primarily utilized in enterprise storage arrays and data center environments where reliable, high-capacity SATA storage is essential. IT administrators managing virtualization hosts or file servers benefit from its hot-swappable design and consistent performance under moderate to high workloads. How It's Used: Deployment in NetApp clustered storage systems requiring scalable and maintainable 3.5-inch SATA drives. Storage expansion for SMB network attached storage (NAS) devices supporting file sharing and backup solutions. Integration into rack-mounted servers running virtualization platforms needing balanced capacity and speed. Use in remote office or branch office (ROBO) server setups demanding easy drive replacement without downtime. Incorporation within archival storage tiers in enterprise IT environments that manage large sets of infrequently accessed data. By combining hot-swappable convenience with a robust SATA interface, this drive supports efficient operational workflows and simplifies hardware scalability. Its design aligns well with environments requiring dependable data access and ease of maintenance without sacrificing drive density or throughput.