The IBM 146GB 15K SAS-2 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Hard Drive (Part Numbers: 42D0677, 42D0678, 42D0681) represents one of the highest-performing enterprise storage solutions for IBM System x servers and BladeCenter blade systems. Engineered for compute-heavy, data-intensive environments, this 15,000 RPM drive delivers exceptional data throughput, ultra-low latency, and mission-critical availability.
Operating with a high-speed SAS-2 6Gb/s interface in a compact 2.5-inch Slim form factor, it position itself at the top of the SAS SFF hard drive line. It combines top-tier enterprise rotational performance with a slim design, maximizing storage density in multi-drive server bays and blade modules. The built-in hot-swap capability allows system administrators to replace or add drives on the fly without interrupting server operations or experiencing downtime.
Available from DataDive, a leading server and enterprise IT hardware provider in Qatar, this original IBM enterprise hard drive offers trusted 24/7 reliability, optimal thermal efficiency, and seamless operational stability for high-frequency transaction databases, enterprise OS boot volumes, and server expansion.
Key Features:
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Enterprise 146 GB capacity tailored for high-speed OS boot and transactional workloads
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Blazing 15,000 RPM rotational speed for maximum throughput and minimal seek time
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High-speed SAS-2 6Gb/s interface delivering reliable, high-bandwidth enterprise connectivity
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Compact 2.5-inch SFF Slim design maximizing drive density per rack or blade enclosure
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Hot-swap support complete with IBM server tray for zero-downtime maintenance
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Fully compatible with IBM System x series servers, BladeCenter blade enclosures, and RAID arrays
Technical Specifications:
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Brand: IBM
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Part Numbers: 42D0681 / 42D0677 / 42D0678
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Product Type: Enterprise Internal Hot-Swap Hard Drive
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Capacity: 146 GB
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Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF Slim)
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Interface: SAS-2 6Gb/s (Serial Attached SCSI)
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Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM (15K)
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Hot-Swappable: Yes (Includes Hot-Swap Tray)
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Application / Compatibility: IBM System x Servers, IBM BladeCenter Blade Modules, Enterprise RAID Arrays, and Data Centers
