What is the storage capacity and performance specification of the IBM 42D0667?

The IBM 42D0667 provides 146GB of storage capacity with a 15,000 RPM rotational speed. This combination delivers high-speed data access suitable for enterprise datacenter applications requiring fast I/O performance and consistent throughput for mission-critical workloads.

What interface type does this drive use and why is it important for enterprise environments?

The drive uses the SAS interface, which is the standard for enterprise storage infrastructure. SAS provides superior reliability, error recovery capabilities, and multi-initiator support compared to SATA, making it essential for datacenter deployments requiring high availability and complex storage configurations.

What is the physical form factor and does it support hot-swap replacement?

The IBM 42D0667 uses a 2.5-inch small form factor, enabling compact placement in modern server designs. The drive supports hot-swap capability, allowing technicians to replace failed drives without powering down systems, which is critical for maintaining service availability in production environments.

Is this drive suitable for datacenter server deployments?

Yes, the IBM 42D0667 is specifically engineered for datacenter environments. The 15,000 RPM performance, SAS interface, and 2.5-inch form factor make it ideal for enterprise servers, storage arrays, and high-availability systems where reliability and consistent performance are essential.

What types of workloads benefit most from this drive's specifications?

The 15K RPM speed and SAS interface make this drive well-suited for database servers, transaction processing systems, and other latency-sensitive applications. The 146GB capacity supports enterprise workloads while the high rotational speed ensures fast random access and consistent I/O performance.

42D0667 - IBM 42D0667 146GB 15K RPM SAS 2.5-inch HDD

Name: IBM 42D0667 146GB 15K RPM SAS 2.5-inch HDD
Brand: IBM
SKU: 42D0667

42D0667 - IBM 42D0667 146GB 15K RPM SAS 2.5-inch HDD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The IBM 42D0667 is a 146GB capacity SAS hard drive designed for datacenter applications. Operating at 15,000 RPM, this 2.5-inch small form factor drive delivers consistent performance for enterprise server environments. The SAS interface provides reliable connectivity and hot-swap capability for seamless drive replacement without system downtime. This drive is engineered to meet the demands of high-availability datacenter infrastructure, offering dependable storage for mission-critical workloads. The compact 2.5-inch form factor enables efficient use of server rack space while maintaining robust performance characteristics required in modern IT environments.

146GB capacity at 15,000 RPM for high-performance datacenter storage
SAS interface for enterprise-grade reliability and multi-initiator support
2.5-inch SFF form factor with hot-swap capability for efficient rack deployment
Designed for mission-critical datacenter server environments
Consistent performance for database and transaction-intensive workloads
Enterprise-class drive engineered for high-availability infrastructure

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	42D0667
Brand	IBM
Condition	New
Series	BladeCenter
Capacity	146 GB
Hot Swap	No
Mounting	2.5-inch bay
Max Power	11.6 W
Generation	6Gbps
Idle Power	5.3 W
Technology	SAS-2
Drive Class	15K RPM Enterprise

Compatible systems

BladeCenter and System x servers

Lenovo/IBM BladeCenter
Form factor: Blade
Confirmed for BladeCentre servers
IBM System x
Model: X3850M2; X3950M2
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Datacenter Servers
The 146GB 15K RPM SAS drive is optimized for datacenter server deployments requiring consistent performance and reliability in mission-critical environments.
Enterprise Storage Arrays
Suitable for enterprise storage systems where 15,000 RPM performance and SAS interface connectivity support high-throughput data access patterns.
High-Availability Systems
The 2.5-inch form factor and hot-swap capability enable rapid drive replacement in redundant server configurations without service interruption.
Database Servers
The 15K RPM spindle speed supports database workloads requiring fast random access and consistent I/O performance.

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146GB SAS Hard Drives 15K RPM SAS Hard Drives 2.5-inch SAS Hard Drives Enterprise SAS Hard Drives

MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Media Type	SAS Enterprise
Average Seek Time	3.4 ms read / 3.7 ms write
Max Sustained Transfer Rate	204 MB/s

Interface	SAS 6Gbps
SAS Connector	7-pin
Expansion Slots	2.5-inch SFF tray
Data Transfer Protocol	SAS 6Gb/s

IBM 42D0667 146GB 15K RPM SAS 2.5-inch HDD

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IBM 42D0667 146GB 15K RPM SAS 2.5-inch HDD

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