Name: X6716A-N Sun 18GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-Inch 1MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: Sun
SKU: X6716A-N
Price: 130.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The X6716A-N Sun 18GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive offers a solid balance of speed and capacity for enterprise storage. It fits conveniently into standard 3.5-inch bays and is designed to work within Fibre Channel networks, providing reliable data access in server and storage environments.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	X6716A-N

Technical Information
Capacity	18GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	1MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Sun servers (Sun Fire, Sun Enterprise), Sun storage arrays

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
The X6716A-N Sun 18GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to provide reliable and high-speed storage for enterprise environments. It is commonly used in servers and storage arrays where fast data transfer and low latency are essential. Built for businesses running demanding applications, this drive supports Fibre Channel protocols that are often found in data centers and mission-critical systems. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its balance of capacity and speed in a compact form factor. Key Features 18GB capacity suited for moderate data storage needs High spindle speed of 10,000 RPM reduces access times 1MB onboard cache improves overall throughput Compatible with Fibre Channel infrastructure for robust connectivity 3.5-inch size ensures easy integration into existing hardware This hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise-grade Sun servers and storage solutions. It plays a key role in environments where performance and reliability directly affect operational efficiency. Its use in Fibre Channel networks helps maintain consistent data flow, making it a practical choice for businesses managing transactional systems or large file storage.

Use Cases
The X6716A-N Sun 18GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and server environments where high-throughput and low latency are critical. It suits IT infrastructure teams managing storage clusters or virtualization environments that demand reliable and consistent performance for intensive read/write operations. How It's Used: Integrated into enterprise storage arrays supporting high-availability SAN configurations for real-time transactional databases. Used in rack-mounted servers within data centers requiring rapid access to frequently updated datasets. Deployed in virtualization hosts facilitating multiple virtual machines with sustained I/O workloads. Employed in remote office storage nodes with Fibre Channel connectivity to central IT systems for efficient data replication. Configured in archival systems that balance capacity and speed for mid-tier data storage management. This hard drive contributes to operational efficiency by delivering consistent throughput and responsiveness in demanding environments. Its compatibility with Fibre Channel infrastructures enables scalable storage solutions that support growing enterprise workloads without compromising performance.

X6716A-N Sun 18GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-Inch 1MB Cache Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

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