Name: 00LY214 IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6.0Gbps 2.5" 64MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00LY214
Price: 1258.10 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 900GB 10000RPM SAS 6.0 Gbps 2.5 64MB Cache Hard Drive provides dependable storage with a balance of speed and capacity. It's well-suited for server environments where quick data retrieval and sustained performance matter, fitting neatly into 2.5-inch bays common in modern rack-mounted systems.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00LY214

Technical Information
Capacity	900GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	70.1 mm
Depth	100.35 mm
Dimensions	15 x 70.1 x 100.35 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This IBM 900GB 10,000 RPM SAS hard drive is designed to handle demanding enterprise storage tasks. It's often found in servers and data centers where quick access to large volumes of data is essential. Built for IT professionals and businesses requiring reliable and speedy storage solutions, it balances capacity and performance effectively. Key Features High-speed 10,000 RPM rotation for reduced latency Robust SAS interface supporting 6 Gbps data transfer Compact 2.5-inch size fits into dense server environments 64MB cache helps improve read/write efficiency Durable design suited for continuous operation in data centers This hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage arrays, virtualization hosts, and database servers. It supports workloads that require a mix of capacity and performance without the complexity of solid-state drives, making it a practical choice in many IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The IBM 900GB 10K RPM SAS hard drive is designed for high-demand server environments requiring a balance of storage capacity and fast data access. It is ideal for IT professionals managing data centers or enterprise applications where performance consistency and space efficiency in 2.5-inch form factors are critical. How It's Used: Deployed in virtualization clusters to support multiple guest OS workloads with low latency access. Used in enterprise database servers handling transaction-heavy applications for rapid read/write operations. Integrated into rack-mounted storage arrays for scalable capacity in cloud infrastructure environments. Employed in data analytics platforms requiring sustained throughput for large dataset processing. Installed in backup and archival systems where reliable data retrieval and moderate speed are necessary. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent performance in dense server configurations, enabling scalable storage solutions. Its compatibility with SAS interfaces and compact form factor facilitates easy integration into existing enterprise IT infrastructures.