# Hard Drive IBM 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 2.5"

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**Data updated:** 2026-01-12 19:29 (EET)
**Category:** Hard Disk Drives (HDD)
**Manufacturer:** IBM
**Manufacturer code:** 00AJ142-RFB
**EAN:** 5706998282408
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Out of stock

## Summary description

2.5" IBM 1TB NL SATA hard drive with 7,200 RPM spindle speed and 6 Gbps SATA interface. Designed for nearline storage and archive use, it delivers high-capacity, energy-efficient performance for servers and storage arrays. Suitable for backups, cold storage and capacity expansion where reliable, cost-effective disk storage is required.

## Long description

IBM 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SATA 2.5" hard drive (MPN 00AJ142-RFB, EAN 5706998282408) is a nearline storage device designed for capacity-focused server and array environments. The drive features a 1TB capacity in a compact 2.5-inch form factor, a 7,200 RPM spindle speed and a SATA 6 Gbps interface for sustained data throughput. It targets archive, backup and cold-storage applications where reliable, cost-effective disk capacity is required while maintaining compatibility with standard SATA backplanes and hot-swap trays.
Advantages
The IBM NL SATA drive offers a balance of capacity and energy efficiency: 1TB of formatted storage in a 2.5" envelope reduces rack space and power per terabyte versus larger form factors. The 7,200 RPM spindle speed provides improved seek and transfer performance compared with lower RPM nearline drives, while the 6 Gbps SATA interface supports modern server controllers and storage enclosures. The drive is built to IBM quality standards and is suitable for integration into enterprise arrays, JBOD systems and backup servers that require long-term data retention and predictable behavior.
Suitable for
Nearline and cold storage for large-capacity data sets
Backup and archival systems in server racks and storage arrays
Capacity expansion in JBOD enclosures and tower servers
Read-heavy workloads and sequential data storage
Key specifications
Brand: IBM
Model / MPN: 00AJ142-RFB
EAN: 5706998282408
Form factor: 2.5"
Capacity: 1 TB
Interface: SATA 6 Gbps (SATA III)
Spindle speed: 7,200 RPM
Intended use: Nearline / NL-SATA / archive and backup
How to use
Install the drive into a compatible 2.5" bay or carrier in your server, storage array or JBOD enclosure, ensuring the SATA data and power connectors align with the backplane or cabling. Configure the drive in hardware or software RAID as required, or present it as a standalone volume for backup and archival tasks. Verify firmware compatibility with the host controller and perform a secure lower-level format or surface scan if required by your deployment policies. Follow standard hot-swap procedures where supported and allow the drive to complete any built-in initialization or rebuild processes before full production use.
Usage recommendations
Use this IBM 1TB NL SATA drive for primary capacity-tier deployments focused on archival retention, large sequential data stores and backup targets. For mixed random I/O or high-frequency transactional databases, consider complementing with higher-performance SSDs or enterprise 10K/15K SAS drives. Maintain regular backups, monitor SMART attributes via your management tools, and deploy in proper cooling and vibration-controlled bays to ensure longevity and consistent performance.

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