The IBM 300GB 15K 6Gb/s SAS Hard Drive (Part Numbers: 45W9615, 99Y0273) is a high-performance 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) enterprise-class internal hard disk drive engineered for IBM Storwize storage enclosures (such as V3500, V3700, V5000, and DS8000 series) and IBM System x enterprise servers. Built for mission-critical IT environments requiring lightning-fast data processing, it delivers ultra-low latency, maximum throughput, and dependable continuous availability.
Operating at a fast 15,000 RPM spindle speed with a 64 MB cache buffer and a high-speed SAS 6Gb/s interface, this drive accelerates response times under heavy transaction and multi-drive RAID workloads. Designed with hot-swap capability, it allows IT engineers to seamlessly insert or replace drives without taking the storage system or host server offline.
Available from DataDive, a leading server and enterprise IT hardware provider in Qatar, this original IBM enterprise hot-swap hard drive offers high operational durability, optimum array compatibility, and continuous 24/7 reliability for enterprise storage expansion, drive replacement, and data center maintenance.
Key Features:
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Enterprise 300 GB capacity optimized for speed and mission-critical server workloads
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Ultra-fast 15,000 RPM spindle speed with 64 MB cache for low-latency data access
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High-speed SAS 6Gb/s interface delivering reliable, high-throughput enterprise connectivity
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Compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) for high-density storage bays
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Hot-swappable design enabling drive replacement with zero system downtime
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Fully compatible with IBM Storwize V3500, V3700, V5000, DS8000, and System x servers
Technical Specifications:
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Brand: IBM
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Part / FRU Numbers: 45W9615 / 99Y0273
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Product Type: Enterprise Internal Hot-Swap Hard Drive
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Capacity: 300 GB
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Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
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Interface: SAS 6Gb/s (Serial Attached SCSI)
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Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM (15K)
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Cache Buffer: 64 MB
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Hot-Swappable: Yes (Includes Hot-Swap Tray/Caddy)
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Application / Compatibility: IBM Storwize Storage Arrays (V3500, V3700, V5000, DS8000), IBM System x Servers, and Enterprise RAID Infrastructures
