IBM 44X3243 400GB 15k 4GB 3.5-Inch FC E-DDM2 Hard Disk Drive HDD

IBM 44X3243 400GB 15k 4GB 3.5-Inch FC E-DDM2 Hard Disk Drive HDD
IBM 44X3243 400GB 15k 4GB 3.5-Inch FC E-DDM2 Hard Disk Drive HDD
The IBM 44X3243 is a high-performance 400GB 15k RPM Fibre Channel (FC) hard disk drive designed for mission critical enterprise storage. Built to IBM E-DDM2 specifications, this 3.5-inch drive delivers fast data access, reliable operation and robust ... Read More
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$337.95

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  • In Stock: 1
  • Manufacturer: IBM
  • Model or Part: 44X3243
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 1.00lb
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Overview

The IBM 44X3243 is a high-performance 400GB 15k RPM Fibre Channel (FC) hard disk drive designed for mission critical enterprise storage. Built to IBM E-DDM2 specifications, this 3.5-inch drive delivers fast data access, reliable operation and robust error handling for demanding server and storage environments.

Key Features

  • 15k revolutions per minute spindle speed for low latency and high throughput
  • 400GB native capacity with 4GB cache to accelerate read/write operations
  • Fibre Channel interface (8 Gbps) for reliable, high-speed data transfer
  • Enterprise DD M2 form factor for easy integration into IBM storage systems
  • Advanced error correction and SMART monitoring for proactive health management
  • Hot-swap capable for non-disruptive maintenance and upgrades

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: 44X3243
  • Form Factor: 3.5-inch, 4-GB (DDM2) drive
  • Capacity: 400GB (native)
  • Interface: Fibre Channel 8 Gbps (FC)
  • Rotational Speed: 15000 rpm
  • Cache: 4GB DDR2
  • Average Latency: approx 2 ms
  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,500,000 hours
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees C
  • Power Consumption: approx 12 watts (active), 5 watts (idle)

Applications

This drive is ideal for:

  • Enterprise data centers requiring high I/O performance
  • Database servers, especially OLTP and data warehousing workloads
  • Virtualization platforms that demand low latency storage
  • Mission critical backup and archival systems
  • High-availability storage arrays and SAN environments

With its proven IBM reliability and fast Fibre Channel connectivity, the 44X3243 provides the speed and endurance needed to keep critical applications running smoothly.