What is the spindle speed of this drive?

The drive operates at 7,200 RPM (7.2K), delivering balanced performance for nearline workloads. Paired with 64MB cache, it ensures reliable data access in 2.5-inch SATA server configurations.

What interface does the 81Y9726 use?

It uses a SATA interface with 6Gb/s data transfer rate. This enables efficient connectivity in IBM servers supporting 2.5-inch SFF drives for nearline storage.

Is the IBM 81Y9726 hot-swappable?

Yes, it features hot-swappable design, allowing replacement without system shutdown. This is beneficial in datacenters with 500GB 7.2K SATA drives.

What is the form factor of this HDD?

The 81Y9726 is a 2.5-inch SFF (Slim-HS) hard drive, optimized for compact server bays. It includes 64MB cache and 6Gb/s SATA for nearline use.

81Y9726 - IBM 81Y9726 500GB 7.2K 2.5 SATA Server HDD

Name: IBM 81Y9726 500GB 7.2K 2.5 SATA Server HDD
Brand: IBM
SKU: 81Y9726
Price: 198 USD
Availability: InStock

81Y9726 - IBM 81Y9726 500GB 7.2K 2.5 SATA Server HDD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The IBM 81Y9726 is a 500GB hard disk drive designed for datacenter environments. It features a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) suitable for compact server installations. The drive operates at 7,200 RPM spindle speed, providing balanced performance for nearline workloads. It uses a SATA interface with 6Gb/s data transfer rate, enabling efficient data access in enterprise systems. With 64MB cache, it supports improved read and write operations. The hot-swappable design allows for maintenance without system downtime. Classified as a nearline (NL) workload drive, it is optimized for applications requiring reliable, high-capacity storage such as backups and archival. This Slim-HS HDD integrates with IBM server models supporting 2.5-inch SATA drives, facilitating upgrades in System x platforms. Its specifications make it appropriate for secondary storage needs in data centers.

500GB capacity for nearline storage
7.2K RPM spindle speed
SATA 6Gb/s interface
64MB cache buffer
2.5-inch SFF form factor
Hot-swappable design

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Featuring

Workload Rating
Manufacturer part #	81Y9726
Brand	IBM
Condition	Refurbished
Cache	64MB
Hot Swap	Hot-Swap (H/S)
Drive Class	Nearline (NL)
Form Factor	2.5-inch SFF
Drive Height	2.5-inch
Product Line	System x
Product Type	Server Hard Drive
Disk Capacity	500GB

Compatible systems

Server environments; specific system compatibility not detailed in available sources

Best for

Backup Storage
Suitable for backup applications due to 500GB capacity and nearline workload rating.
Archival Systems
Provides reliable storage for archival with 7.2K RPM and 64MB cache.
Secondary Storage
Ideal for secondary storage in servers using 2.5-inch SFF SATA drives.
Datacenter Servers
Supports hot-swappable replacement in datacenter environments.

Frequently asked questions

What is the storage capacity of the IBM 81Y9726?

The IBM 81Y9726 provides 500GB capacity in a 2.5-inch SFF form factor, suitable for nearline server storage needs. This capacity supports backup and archival applications in datacenter environments.

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IBM 81Y9726 500GB 7.2K 2.5 SATA Server HDD

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RPM	7,200 RPM
MTBF	2,000,000 hours

Interface	SATA
Interface Speed	6Gb/s

IBM 81Y9726 500GB 7.2K 2.5 SATA Server HDD

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