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- In Stock: 34
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46W6903
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM 46W6903 is a high-capacity 2TB nearline (NL) SAS hard disk drive designed for 3.5 inch server and storage arrays. Engineered for reliability and consistent performance, this 7.2K rpm drive delivers the storage density required for enterprise workloads while maintaining low power consumption and quiet operation.
Key Features
- 2TB native capacity provides ample space for databases, virtual machines and backup archives
- 7.2K revolutions per minute spindle speed balances performance and energy efficiency
- Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gb/s interface ensures fast data transfer and high reliability
- Nearline classification offers a cost-effective solution for less frequently accessed data
- Advanced error correction and vibration tolerance for continuous 24/7 operation
- Hot-swap compatible for easy replacement without system downtime
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 46W6903
- Form Factor: 3.5 inch (102 mm) drive
- Capacity: 2TB (2000 GB) native
- Interface: SAS 12Gb/s (3.0 Gb/s backward compatible)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 rpm
- Average Latency: 4.2 ms
- Data Transfer Rate: up to 150 MB/s sustained
- Cache: 64 MB DDR3
- Power Consumption: 7.5 W idle, 9.5 W active
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees C
- Shock Resistance: 350 G (non-operating), 150 G (operating)
- MTBF: 1.5 million hours
Typical Applications
This IBM 2TB NL SAS drive is ideal for a range of enterprise scenarios, including:
- Data center storage arrays that require high capacity and dependable performance
- Backup and archival systems where cost per gigabyte is a priority
- Virtualization hosts that benefit from large, reliable disks for VM images
- Database servers handling large data sets with moderate I/O intensity
- Content management and media streaming platforms that store extensive libraries
By integrating the IBM 46W6903 into your infrastructure, you gain a robust storage solution that supports growth, reduces total cost of ownership, and delivers the reliability expected from a leading enterprise brand.