Due to launch in Q1 2012, Hitachi’s new line of high-specification 2.5 inch hard disk drives will be available in four varieties: 300GB, 450GB, 600GB and 900GB. Among its features are: 64MB of cache to optimise the read/write response time, an SAS (Serial attached SCSI,) 6Gb/s interface, an average seek times of 3.8 milliseconds, an average latency of 3.0 ms, and an operating/idle power draw of 5.8/3.0 W.
Aimed at enterprise-class servers and networked storage arrays, the new drive will also offer bulk data encryption on specific models.
From the press release:
“When combining the drive’s capacity, leading performance, low power and proven quality design, the Ultrastar C10K900 is the ideal choice for today’s enterprise-class servers and networked storage arraysAlthough price has yet to be determined, the Ultrastar C10K900 hard drive will ship in limited quantities earlier next year. For further information, check out the press release.
Because of our quality reputation and commitment, we are thrilled to report that our enterprise drives continue to be recognized as a leader in quality and reliability by OEM customers worldwide.
We are confident that with our new Ultrastar C10K900 drive family, Hitachi customers will continue to benefit from our field-proven platform, industry-leading technology, performance and high reliability.”
