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2.5 inch SAS hard drive silver metal enclosure with label 00AK374

IBM

IBM 00AK374 600 GB 2.5" SAS 15K internal hard drive

SKU CH-XEPJ-260K3

A 600 GB 2.5" SAS 15K internal drive spinning at 15000 rpm for IBM Storwize V3700 storage systems

  • 15 000 rpm spindle speed for fast transactional workloads
  • 600 GB capacity in a 2.5 inch form factor for dense arrays
  • 6 Gb/s SAS interface for reliable enterprise connectivity
  • Designed for IBM Storwize V3700 storage systems
  • New condition, ready for immediate deployment

600 GB 15K SAS drive for storage arrays

The IBM 00AK374 is a 600 GB internal hard drive built for storage systems that demand high transaction rates. Its 2.5 inch form factor fits dense enclosures while the 15000 rpm spindle speed keeps random access latency low. This new drive targets administrators who need consistent performance for mixed read-write workloads.

6Gb/s SAS interface determines host compatibility

The drive connects through a 6Gb/s SAS interface, which is the single specification that decides whether it will work in your chassis. Only controllers and backplanes that support this exact standard can communicate with the drive. Verify the host bus adapter and enclosure documentation before purchase.

Sustained throughput stays steady under heavy I/O

Under continuous load the 15000 rpm spindle maintains stable throughput without the thermal throttling seen in slower drives. The SAS protocol handles multiple outstanding commands efficiently, keeping queue depths high during prolonged database or virtualisation tasks. Performance remains predictable across extended duty cycles.

Highlights

  • 15 000 rpm spindle speed for fast transactional workloads
  • 600 GB capacity in a 2.5 inch form factor for dense arrays
  • 6 Gb/s SAS interface for reliable enterprise connectivity
  • Designed for IBM Storwize V3700 storage systems
  • New condition, ready for immediate deployment

Specifications

BrandIBM

Questions about this item

How does the 15000 rpm spindle speed affect real-world performance?

The 15000 rpm rotation reduces latency and raises sustained transfer rates for random I/O workloads on the SAS bus.

What does the 6Gb/s SAS interface limit in practice?

The 6Gb/s SAS link caps the maximum theoretical throughput at six gigabits per second between the drive and the controller.

Will the 2.5" form factor fit a standard 3.5" drive bay?

The 2.5" form factor requires a 2.5" bay or an adapter bracket to mount in a 3.5" slot.

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