Product Description
IBM 2078-AC3C 10TB 7,200 rpm 12 Gb SAS NL 3.5-inch HDD
The IBM 2078-AC3C is a high-capacity, nearline (NL) 3.5-inch enterprise-class SAS hard disk drive designed for cost-effective, high-density storage in demanding environments. This 10 TB, 12 Gb/s SAS drive provides reliable performance at 7,200 rpm for bulk storage, archival, backup, big data repositories, and tiered storage applications in compatible IBM systems requiring large-scale capacity with balanced throughput.
Key Features
- Capacity: 10 TB
- Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS (dual-port)
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch (LFF), hot-swap compatible
- Drive Type: Nearline SAS HDD
- 7,200 rpm spindle speed for consistent performance in capacity-oriented workloads
- Enterprise-class reliability with durable design for 24×7 operation
- Supports advanced storage features including tiering and integration with IBM Spectrum Virtualize
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | AC3C (2078-AC3C) |
| Capacity | 10 TB |
| Interface | 12 Gb/s SAS |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| RPM | 7,200 |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 12 Gbps |
| Sector Size | 512e / 4Kn |
| Power Consumption | Optimized for enterprise efficiency |
| Carrier Type | IBM hot-swap tray (model-specific) |
Compatibility
This 10 TB 12 Gb SAS Nearline HDD is compatible with select IBM storage platforms, including IBM FlashSystem 5100/5200/5300, IBM Storwize V5000 Gen2, and other enclosures supporting 12 Gb/s SAS 3.5-inch drives (such as high-density expansion enclosures). It integrates with IBM Spectrum Virtualize software for features like Easy Tier automated tiering, compression (where applicable), and storage virtualization. Suitable for LFF expansion enclosures in hybrid/tiered configurations. Always confirm firmware levels, enclosure slot support, and specific system configuration compatibility, as requirements vary by model and software version.
Warranty
60 days limited warranty.
