What are the key specifications of the IBM 41Y8331 SSD?

The IBM 41Y8331 features 200GB capacity, SATA 6Gbps interface, 2.5-inch SFF form factor, MLC NAND flash, and hot-swap capability. Designed for read-intensive workloads, it delivers high IOPS and endurance in enterprise servers like System x, with power-loss protection for data integrity.

Is the 41Y8331 suitable for data center virtualization?

Yes, its read-optimized MLC design excels in virtualization, providing low-latency access for multiple VMs. Hot-swap functionality minimizes downtime, and 6Gbps SATA ensures wire-speed performance in dense rack servers handling east-west traffic.

What form factor and interface does it use?

2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) with standard SATA 6Gbps interface, backward compatible with 3Gbps. Hot-swappable for easy replacement in IBM/Lenovo server bays without powering down systems.

What workloads is the MLC NAND optimized for?

MLC NAND in the 41Y8331 targets read-intensive applications like caching, databases, and analytics, offering balanced cost-performance with higher endurance than consumer TLC drives for 24/7 enterprise use.

Does it integrate with IBM System x servers?

Specifically validated for IBM System x and subsequent Lenovo ThinkSystem servers, fitting standard 2.5-inch bays. Provides tier-0 storage acceleration for improved application responsiveness.

What reliability features does it include?

Enterprise features include advanced ECC, wear-leveling, over-provisioning, and power-loss protection to safeguard data during outages. Rated for high DWPD in read-heavy scenarios.

41Y8331 - IBM 41Y8331 200GB SATA6 MLC 2.5in HS SSD

Name: IBM 41Y8331 200GB SATA6 MLC 2.5in HS SSD
Brand: IBM
SKU: 41Y8331
Price: 475 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The IBM 41Y8331 is an enterprise-grade solid-state drive from the S3700 series, offering 200GB of storage capacity using Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash memory. It features a SATA 6Gbps interface and 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) design, making it ideal for hot-swap deployments in IBM System x servers and compatible Lenovo systems. Engineered for read-intensive applications, this SSD provides superior random read performance, low latency, and high endurance ratings suitable for virtualization, database acceleration, content caching, and big data analytics. Its enterprise-class reliability ensures consistent performance under heavy workloads, with power-loss protection and advanced error correction. Seamless integration into rack-mounted servers enhances storage tiering strategies, reducing latency and boosting IOPS for mission-critical environments. Backward compatible with SATA 3Gbps, it supports power-efficient operations in dense data center configurations.

200GB MLC NAND flash storage capacity.
SATA 6Gbps interface for high-speed data transfer.
2.5-inch SFF hot-swappable form factor.
Enterprise-grade read-intensive endurance rating.
Optimized for System x server integration.
Low power consumption with advanced ECC.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	41Y8331
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished
SKU	41Y8331
Model	41Y8331
Category	Solid State Drives
Product Line	S3700
Product Type	Enterprise Solid State Drive
Compatibility	IBM System x Servers
Target Workload	Read-Intensive

Storage

Compatible systems

Primary compatibility with IBM System x and Lenovo server ecosystems; standard SATA ensures broad integration.

IBM System x
Model: Various rack servers
Form factor: 2.5in SFF
Generation: x3550, x3650
Native hot-swap support
Lenovo ThinkSystem
Model: SR630, SR650
Form factor: 2.5in SFF
Generation: 14G+
Validated upgrade path

Best for

Server Virtualization
Accelerates VM boot times and I/O in VMware or Hyper-V environments on System x platforms.
Database Acceleration
Enhances query response and transaction processing for read-heavy OLTP/OLAP workloads.
Content Caching
Boosts web and application caching performance with low-latency random reads.
Big Data Analytics
Supports Hadoop/Spark data lakes with high endurance for frequent reads.
Storage Tiering
Optimizes hybrid arrays by tiering hot data to SSD for reduced access times.

Capacity	200GB
Endurance	High DWPD read-optimized
Wear Leveling	Yes
NAND Flash Type	MLC (Multi-Level Cell)

Mounting	2.5-inch tray
Form Factor	2.5-inch SFF
Hot Swappable	Yes

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