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- In Stock: 54
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46W0974
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 2.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 46W0974 900GB 10K SAS 2.5 inch EXP2524 hard drive delivers enterprise class performance in a compact form factor. Designed for high-density server and storage arrays, this drive combines large capacity with fast rotational speed to accelerate data access and improve overall system efficiency. Whether you are upgrading an existing rack or building a new high-performance platform, the 10K RPM SAS drive provides reliable, consistent throughput for demanding workloads.
Key Features
- 900 GB native capacity for ample storage of critical applications and databases
- 10,000 RPM spindle speed for rapid data retrieval and reduced latency
- 6 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface ensures high bandwidth and full duplex communication
- 2.5 inch form factor fits densely packed server bays and blade enclosures
- Enterprise grade reliability with MTBF of 2 million hours
- Advanced error correction and SMART monitoring for proactive health management
Technical Specifications
- Model / Part Number: 46W0974
- Form Factor: 2.5 inch (7 mm height)
- Capacity: 900 GB (native)
- Interface: SAS 2.0, 6 Gb/s
- Rotational Speed: 10,000 RPM
- Average Latency: 3 ms
- Sequential Read: up to 150 MB/s
- Sequential Write: up to 140 MB/s
- Cache: 32 MB DDR2
- Power Consumption: 5.5 W (typical) / 8.5 W (max)
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 deg C
- Dimensions: 69.85 mm x 100 mm x 7 mm
- Weight: approx 0.3 kg
Typical Applications
- Enterprise servers requiring high I/O performance
- Database servers handling transaction processing and analytics
- Virtualization platforms with multiple VM workloads
- High-performance computing clusters and scientific research systems
- Storage area networks (SAN) and backup appliances
- Blade and rackmount systems where space efficiency is critical
By integrating the IBM 900GB 10K SAS 2.5 inch EXP2524 drive, organizations can achieve faster data access, improve application response times, and maintain the reliability needed for mission-critical environments.