What form factor and capacity does this drive have?

It offers 146GB capacity in a 2.5-inch SFF form factor, with dimensions approx. 15mm height, 70mm width, 100mm depth, and weight ~200g. Perfect for dense System x and BladeCenter servers requiring compact, high-performance storage.

Is the 43X0865 compatible with other models?

Yes, cross-compatible with 42C0249. As IBM Enterprise SAS HDD, it's ServerProven for System x/BladeCenter, supporting hot-swap in SAS environments with S.M.A.R.T. for reliability.

What interface does the IBM 43X0865 use?

SAS 6Gb/s interface enables direct server connection, up to 6 Gbps bursts, and RAID optimization. Rotational magnetic media ensures durability for mission-critical apps with low latency.

What are the key reliability features?

Includes S.M.A.R.T. technology for failure alerts, rigorous ServerProven testing, and hot-swap capability. SAS compliance supports continuous RAID operation without performance loss.

What are typical use cases for this drive?

Suited for enterprise servers, RAID, data backup, and HPC with 146GB/10K specs. 2.5-inch SFF fits blade systems, providing balanced capacity and speed for transactional workloads.

43X0865 - IBM 43X0865 146GB 10K SAS 2.5-inch SFF HDD

Name: IBM 43X0865 146GB 10K SAS 2.5-inch SFF HDD
Brand: IBM
SKU: 43X0865
Price: 182 USD
Availability: InStock

43X0865 - IBM 43X0865 146GB 10K SAS 2.5-inch SFF HDD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The IBM 43X0865 is a 146GB 10,000 RPM 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) SAS hard drive from the IBM Enterprise SAS HDD product line. It features SAS 6Gb/s interface for up to 6.0 Gbps burst rates and sustained transfers around 124 MB/s average. Designed as rotational magnetic disk media, it delivers average latency of 3.0 ms and read seek times under 4.0 ms, optimizing performance in high-demand environments. Cross-compatible with model 42C0249, this hot-swap capable drive supports System x and BladeCenter servers. Ideal for RAID configurations, data backup, and mission-critical applications requiring superior reliability via S.M.A.R.T. technology and rigorous ServerProven testing. Its compact SFF form ensures seamless integration in dense enterprise storage subsystems, balancing capacity, speed, and dependability for IT procurement needs.

10,000 RPM for 3ms latency, 124 MB/s transfers
146GB in 2.5-inch SFF, hot-swap compatible
SAS 6Gb/s interface, up to 6 Gbps bursts
Rotational magnetic media, S.M.A.R.T. support
Enterprise SAS HDD, System x/BladeCenter fit
Cross-compatible with 42C0249 model

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	43X0865
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished
Model	43X0865 (cross-compatible with 42C0249)
Capacity	146GB
Product Line	IBM Enterprise SAS HDD
Product Type	Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) Hard Disk Drive
Rotational Speed	10,000 RPM
Hot-swap Capability	Yes
S.M.A.R.T. Technology	Yes
Protection Information (PI) Enabled	Yes

Compatible systems

No specific compatibility data found in available sources

Best for

RAID Environments
Optimizes performance in RAID setups with 10,000 RPM speed and SAS 6Gb/s interface supporting up to 6.0 Gbps bursts and 124 MB/s sustained transfers.
Enterprise Servers
Fits System x and BladeCenter with 2.5-inch SFF form factor, providing 146GB capacity and low 3.0 ms latency for mission-critical operations.
Data Backup
Delivers reliable storage for backups using rotational magnetic media and S.M.A.R.T. monitoring to prevent failures in high-availability systems.
High-Performance Computing
Supports demanding apps with <4.0 ms seek times and hot-swap capability, ensuring minimal downtime in dense server configurations.

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146GB SAS Hard Drives 10K RPM SAS Hard Drives 2.5-inch SAS Hard Drives Refurbished Enterprise Hard Drives

Average Latency	3.0 ms
Average Seek Time (Reads)	<4.0 ms
Sustained Data Transfer Rate	up to 124 MB/s average

Depth	100.45 mm (3.9547 inch)
Width	70.0 mm (2.76 inch)
Height	14.5 mm (.5708 inch)
Weight	201 gms (.444 lb)

IBM 43X0865 146GB 10K SAS 2.5-inch SFF HDD

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IBM 43X0865 146GB 10K SAS 2.5-inch SFF HDD

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