The IBM 19K1162 Netfinity EXP300 hard drive array is a scalable storage solution aimed at providing dependable data storage for servers. Designed by IBM, this array caters to environments requiring higher capacity and resilience. It supports RAID technology, offering a balance between performance, capacity, and data protection. The hard drive array is compatible with IBM Netfinity servers, making it ideal for enterprise-level server setups that need additional storage capacity without compromising on performance or reliability.
The Netfinity EXP300 is designed with flexibility in mind, offering support for multiple hard drives. Additionally, it is housed in a rack-mount chassis, which is ideal for datacentre and server environments where space efficiency is critical. The array can hold up to 14 hard drives, allowing businesses to scale as their storage requirements grow. The use of RAID levels such as RAID 0, 1, and 5 ensures that users have the flexibility to choose between high-speed performance and data redundancy based on their specific operational requirements.
In terms of physical dimensions, the 19K1162 measures 3U in height and fits comfortably into standard racks, optimising space usage. This model is compatible with SCSI drives, which were a popular choice for enterprise storage during its production era. Its combination of hot-swappable bays and component redundancy maximises uptime, with less need for onsite maintenance of hard drives and active components. Overall, the IBM Netfinity EXP300 is ideal for organisations that require cost-efficient, scalable, reliable storage for their critical data.
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