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IBM 2498-B24 SAN24B-4 Express 8.48 Gbit/s 8 Fiber Channel Port Switch
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Product Overview
The HP 2498-B24 is a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) SAS hard drive, offering 1.2TB of storage capacity for enterprise environments. It is designed for high-performance servers and storage systems that require fast data access and robust reliability. This drive is particularly well-suited for demanding workloads like databases, virtualization, and critical business applications. It is targeted at IT managers and system administrators looking for dependable, high-speed storage solutions.
Product Description
The HP 2498-B24 is a 1.2TB enterprise-grade hard drive featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, designed to deliver high performance and reliability for critical server and storage applications. Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) allows for high-density deployments within servers and storage arrays, optimizing rack space utilization. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed ensures rapid data access, making it ideal for I/O-intensive workloads such as database management, virtualization platforms, and high-transaction environments. Engineered for continuous operation, the 2498-B24 boasts a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours, signifying its robust construction and suitability for 24x7 data center operations. It is rated to handle an annual workload of up to 550TB, providing assurance of its durability under sustained heavy usage. This drive incorporates advanced error detection and correction mechanisms to maintain data integrity, crucial for mission-critical data. This SAS drive offers enhanced performance and reliability over SATA drives, making it a preferred choice for enterprise environments where uptime and data integrity are paramount. It is compatible with a wide range of HP ProLiant servers and other enterprise systems that support 2.5-inch SAS drives. The hot-swappable design facilitates easy installation and replacement without interrupting system operations, further enhancing its suitability for demanding IT infrastructures.
