IBM 23R0830 146GB 15K 3.5" FC HDD – Fibre Channel Enterprise Hard Drive
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About this product
The IBM 23R0830 is a 146GB 15K 3.5-inch Fibre Channel (FC) enterprise hard drive. Designed for high-performance server environments, it features a 15,000 RPM rotation speed and supports hot plug and hot swap functionalities. This RoHS compliant internal drive is silver in color and is intended for integration into compatible Fibre Channel storage systems, offering robust and reliable storage for enterprise applications.
Our take
This IBM 146GB 15K Fibre Channel drive is an excellent value at $19.99 for anyone managing older enterprise storage arrays. The 15,000 RPM speed and Fibre Channel interface mean it's built for serious performance in its class, perfect for high-demand server environments. Hot plug and hot swap features are crucial for maintaining uptime, which is expected in enterprise hardware. While 146GB isn't huge by today's standards, it's a solid capacity for its generation and purpose. Just make sure your system has the Fibre Channel infrastructure to support it.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 146GB capacity
- High 15,000 RPM rotation speed
- Fibre Channel enterprise drive
- Hot Plug and Hot Swap support
- RoHS Compliant
Cons
- Fibre Channel interface for specific systems
- Lower capacity for modern needs
Specifications
- Brand IBM
- Form Factor 3.5 in
- Type Internal Desktop Drive
- Unit Type Unit
- Drive Type(s) Supported HDD
- Color Silver
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- Model
- ST3146356FC
- MPN
- 23R0830, 9CE004-039
- Features
- Hot Plug Support, Hot Swap, RoHS Compliant
- Storage Capacity
- 146 GB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Interface
- Fibre Channel
