IBM 44X2450 Hard Drive
IBM 450GB Fibre Channel 4Gbps 15K RPM LFF (3.5in) E-DDM Hot-Swap HDD (Part Number: 44X2450) — is a high-performance mission-critical drive designed for IBM DS4700 storage systems and EXP810 expansion units. Featuring a top-tier 15,000 RPM spindle speed and a 4Gbps Fibre Channel interface, it provides the ultra-low latency and high reliability required for enterprise-class SAN environments. The drive comes integrated into an E-DDM (Enhanced Disk Drive Module) carrier, allowing for hot-swappable maintenance without interrupting data access. This drive is optimized for Tier 1 storage workloads where performance and data integrity are the highest priority.
Key Specifications:
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Capacity: 450 GB.
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Interface: Fibre Channel (FC) 4Gbps.
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Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM.
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Form Factor: 3.5-inch (LFF).
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Carrier Type: E-DDM Hot-Swap.
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Workload: Enterprise Mission Critical.