Product Description
IBM 3304 4TB 6Gb NL-SAS 3.5-inch LFF HDD
The IBM 3304 is a high-capacity 4TB nearline SAS hard drive in a 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF), designed for reliable bulk storage in enterprise environments. Operating at 7200 RPM with a 6Gb/s SAS interface, this drive provides balanced performance, energy efficiency, and large storage density for data-intensive applications such as archival storage, backups, and capacity expansion in compatible IBM systems.
Key Features
- 4TB storage capacity for extensive data holding.
- 6Gb/s NL-SAS interface for seamless integration and high throughput.
- 3.5-inch LFF form factor suitable for high-density enclosures.
- 7200 RPM spindle speed for efficient access to large datasets.
- Hot-swappable design (when installed in supported enclosures) for easy maintenance.
- Enterprise-class reliability with vibration tolerance and error correction.
Benefits
- Cost-effective capacity expansion for growing storage needs.
- Reliable performance in nearline workloads with low power consumption.
- Easy installation as an optional drive in supported IBM enclosures.
- Enhances overall system scalability without performance bottlenecks.
- Supports high-availability configurations in redundant setups.
Technical Specifications
- Model/Feature Code: 3304
- Capacity: 4TB
- Interface: 6Gb/s NL-SAS
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
- Drive Type: Nearline SAS HDD
- Additional: Supports hot-swap in compatible enclosures
Compatibilities
- IBM Storwize V7000 Control Enclosures: Models 2076-112, 2076-312 (Gen1).
- IBM Storwize V7000 Expansion Enclosures: Model 2076-212 (12-bay LFF).
- Designed as an optional single drive feature (3304) for installation in 12-bay Storwize V7000 enclosures.
- Compatible with IBM Spectrum Virtualize software on supported Storwize V7000 systems.
- Firmware: Requires matching levels with the host Storwize V7000 enclosure for full support and optimal operation.
- Not intended for non-Storwize systems unless explicitly qualified; best suited for Storwize V7000 Gen1 environments.
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