IBM 00FN258 6TB SAS 7.2K 3.5" LFF NL HDD

The IBM 00FN258 6TB SAS 7.2K 3.5" LFF NL HDD is a high-capacity nearline hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions requiring reliable and efficient data management. Ideal for use in Lenovo and IBM server environments, this 6TB drive supports demanding workloads with its 7,200 RPM spindle speed and SAS interface, delivering robust performance and fast data transfer rates of up to 12Gb/s. Its 3.5" Large Form Factor (LFF) makes it compatible with a wide range of server models, providing hot-swappable convenience to minimize downtime during maintenance or upgrades.

This hard drive is perfect for data centers, backup systems, and archival storage where large capacity and secure data handling are critical. Featuring Self Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, it ensures data protection and compliance with security standards. The 512e sector size and 128MB cache further enhance its efficiency and responsiveness in nearline workloads.

Key specifications of the IBM 00FN258 include:

• Brand: Lenovo
• Capacity: 6TB
• Hot-Swappable: Yes, allowing easy replacement without shutting down the system
• Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM, balancing performance and power consumption
• Interface Type: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) for high-speed, reliable connections
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 12Gb/s for fast data access and transfer
• Workload: Nearline (NL), optimized for less frequent access but large data volumes
• Encryption: Self Encrypting Drive (SED) to secure sensitive information
• Sector Size: 512e (512-byte emulation), compatible with most operating systems
• Cache: 128MB, improving read/write efficiency
• Form Factor: 3.5" Large Form Factor (LFF), standard for many enterprise servers

For maintenance and upgrades, compatible spare parts include:

• Lenovo 00FN263 (Part Number: 00FN263)
• Lenovo 00FN228 (Part Number: 00FN228)