IBM 40K6820 – IBM 4 GBPS FC,146.8 GB/15K E-

Detailed Description:

The IBM 40K6820 hard disk drive offers 146.8 GB of storage space and operates at a spindle speed of 15,000 RPM for high-speed data access and transfer. This HDD utilizes a 4 Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) interface, a high-speed network technology primarily used in enterprise storage networks. The fast spindle speed ensures swift read/write operations, making this drive suitable for enterprise applications where quick data retrieval and processing are crucial. It is particularly effective in supporting transaction-oriented applications such as databases, online transaction processing (OLTP), and email servers. The FC interface enhances the drive’s compatibility with SAN (Storage Area Network) environments, where multiple storage devices are connected to share resources efficiently. The integration of this drive into an existing SAN allows for improved data management, backup, and recovery processes. The IBM 40K6820 combines speed, reliability, and a suitable storage capacity, making it a viable option for businesses looking to maintain or upgrade their enterprise storage systems to support intensive data applications and workload demands.