Name: 41Y8378 IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-Inch 16MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 41Y8378
Price: 187.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is designed to provide reliable storage and solid performance in compact devices. It fits well in laptops and small servers where space is at a premium but consistent access to data is required.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	41Y8378
Alternate Part Number	41Y8378-98-HU

Technical Information
Capacity	500GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SATA
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 3GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This IBM 500GB hard drive offers a balance of capacity and performance suited for everyday computing tasks. It is commonly used in laptops, small form factor PCs, and servers requiring dependable storage with moderate speed. Built for users needing a reliable internal drive with decent speed, it fits well in environments where space is limited but capacity remains important. IT professionals and system builders often find it suitable for upgrades or replacements in compatible devices. Key Features Delivers 500GB of storage for documents, media, and applications 7200RPM speed allows quicker read and write operations compared to lower RPM drives SATA 3Gb/s interface provides stable and efficient data transfer rates The 2.5-inch size is compatible with many portable and compact systems 16MB cache improves overall data handling and responsiveness This drive typically appears in business laptops, entry-level servers, and external storage enclosures. It helps maintain system performance while offering trusted data storage over long periods.

Use Cases
The IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is commonly deployed in environments where compact storage solutions are essential without compromising performance. It suits IT professionals managing laptop fleets or small servers needing consistent data throughput in space-constrained settings. How It's Used: Upgrading storage in enterprise laptops used by mobile workforce requiring reliable, fast local data access. Integrating into small form-factor servers powering remote office applications with moderate I/O demands. Supporting virtualization hosts in SMB data centers where dense storage and stable performance are important. Deploying in edge computing nodes needing durable storage for localized processing and caching. Replacing drives in storage clusters where 2.5-inch form factors help optimize rack space efficiency. This hard drive balances speed and capacity within compact hardware, enabling IT environments to maintain operational continuity and manage workloads efficiently. Its design supports scalable storage solutions that fit into evolving infrastructure without excessive space or power demands.

41Y8378 IBM 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 2.5-Inch 16MB Cache Hard Drive

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