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IBM 81Y9663 900GB 2.5" SAS 10K laptop hard drive
900 GB 2.5" SAS drive with 10,000 RPM spindle speed and built-in encryption for server workloads
- InterfaceSerial Attached SCSI (SAS)
- RPM10000 RPM
- UsageIdeal for Servers
- Form Factor2.5"
- 900 GB capacity stores large datasets
- 10 000 RPM spindle accelerates data access
- SAS 6 Gb/s interface enables fast transfers
- Self-encrypting drive protects sensitive data
- Hot-swap tray allows drive changes without downtime
900 GB SAS server drive
The IBM 81Y9663 is a 900 GB 2.5 inch internal hard drive spinning at 10000 RPM. It uses a Serial Attached SCSI interface rated at 6 Gb/s and includes hardware-based encryption. The drive ships new with a hot-swap tray for direct insertion into compatible bays. It is built for server workloads that demand secure, high-speed storage.
Check SAS controller and bay fit
Verify that your system provides a SAS backplane or controller able to run at 6 Gb/s. The 2.5 inch form factor requires a matching drive bay or caddy; the included tray fits standard hot-swap cages. Confirm the chassis supplies adequate cooling for a 10000 RPM spindle. Encryption features need a controller or RAID card that supports self-encrypting drives.
Hot-swap tray and encrypted design
The supplied hot-swap tray lets you insert or remove the drive without powering down the server. A SAS connector on the drive mates directly with the backplane, eliminating separate cables. Hardware encryption secures data at rest without host CPU overhead. The 5.1 unit weight reflects a robust metal chassis suited to continuous operation in dense arrays.
Highlights
- 900 GB capacity stores large datasets
- 10 000 RPM spindle accelerates data access
- SAS 6 Gb/s interface enables fast transfers
- Self-encrypting drive protects sensitive data
- Hot-swap tray allows drive changes without downtime
Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
|---|---|
| Interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
| RPM | 10000 RPM |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
Questions about this item
Does the IBM 81Y9663 900GB SAS drive ship with a hot-swap tray or must I buy one separately?
A hot-swap tray is included with the drive so no separate tray purchase is required.
Which capacity version of the 81Y9663 should I choose for a server needing maximum space in a 2.5-inch bay?
The 900GB model is the capacity offered for this part number and provides the largest available space in the 2.5-inch form factor.
How does the 10000 RPM spindle speed affect real-world performance in a 6Gb/s SAS server array?
The 10000 RPM spindle delivers low latency and high sustained throughput for random I/O workloads typical of database and virtualization servers.
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