Name: 42D0667 IBM 146GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s SFF 2.5-inch Non Hot Swapable Hard Disk Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 42D0667
Price: 557.62 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 146GB 15000RPM SAS 6Gb/s 2.5-inch hard disk drive offers focused storage performance for enterprise servers and workstations. It fits into compact server slots and delivers quick data access through its high rotational speed and SAS interface, making it a practical choice for setups that prioritize speed and stable data handling.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	42D0667

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This IBM 146GB hard disk drive is built for environments that require quick and reliable data storage. Its 15000RPM spindle speed provides rapid access to data, making it suitable for servers and enterprise systems needing consistent performance. Often found in data centers and business-critical hardware, this drive is designed for applications where speed and reliability are essential. IT professionals and system administrators typically rely on these drives to maintain smooth operations. Key Features High rotational speed allows for faster read/write operations Robust SAS interface supports efficient data throughput Compact SFF size fits into dense server configurations Non hot-swappable design for fixed server environments Optimized for enterprise workloads requiring consistent performance This hard drive is commonly deployed in rack-mounted servers and storage arrays where space and speed are critical. Its role is to provide dependable, fast storage for databases, virtualization, and transaction-heavy applications without the need for hot-swapping.

Use Cases
The IBM 146GB 15000RPM SAS 6GB/s 2.5-inch hard disk drive is designed for high-performance storage needs within enterprise data centers and mission-critical server environments. It is especially suited for IT professionals managing workloads that demand low latency and consistent data throughput in compact physical spaces. How It's Used: Deploying in virtualization clusters to accelerate I/O operations for multiple virtual machines in large-scale enterprise IT infrastructures. Integrating into rack-mounted servers that support database applications requiring rapid access to frequently changing data. Supporting high-transaction environments such as financial services where quick read/write cycles are essential for real-time processing. Enhancing storage arrays in data centers focused on OLTP (Online Transaction Processing) workloads to maintain system responsiveness. Utilizing in edge computing setups where compact form factor and reliable high-speed performance are critical under space constraints. By providing a balance of speed and reliability within a small footprint, this hard drive facilitates efficient operation in dense server architectures. Its consistent performance supports scalability and stable data handling across demanding enterprise storage deployments.