# Internal 2.5" IBM 900GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM (900 GB, SAS, 2.5")

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**Data updated:** 2026-03-11 11:41 (EET)
**Category:** Hard Disk Drives (HDD)
**Manufacturer:** IBM
**Manufacturer code:** 81Y9915 00W1240
**EAN:** 5711045469084
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Out of stock

## Summary description

2.5" internal IBM SAS hard drive with 900 GB capacity and 10,000 RPM rotational speed. Enterprise-class HDD using a SAS interface suitable for servers and storage arrays, offering high IOPS and low latency for databases, virtualization and transactional workloads. Compatible with systems supporting 2.5" SAS drives.

## Long description

Internal 2.5" IBM 900GB SAS HDD 10,000 RPM is an enterprise-class 2.5-inch hard disk drive with 900 GB capacity and a 10,000 RPM spindle speed. Designed for server and storage array environments, this SAS drive delivers higher IOPS and lower latency compared with typical SATA drives, making it suitable for database, virtualization and transactional workloads. The drive is intended for systems that support 2.5" SAS drives and for installations where consistent performance and reliability are required.
Advantages
The SAS interface provides robust data transfer integrity and sustained bandwidth suitable for multi-path and enterprise storage systems. A 10,000 RPM rotational speed improves random read/write performance and reduces access latency compared to lower RPM drives. The 2.5" form factor allows higher drive density in rack-mounted enclosures and blade servers, enabling efficient use of space in data centers. IBM engineering focuses on reliability and predictable behavior under continuous load, which supports demanding, data-intensive applications.
Suitable for
 Database servers and transactional systems
 Virtualization hosts and hyperconverged infrastructure
 Enterprise storage arrays and SAN environments
 Read/write intensive business applications
 Mixed workload servers requiring low latency
Key specifications
 Capacity: 900 GB usable storage
 Form factor: 2.5-inch
 Interface: SAS (serial attached SCSI)
 Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
 Optimized for high IOPS and low latency
 Designed for continuous, enterprise-class operation
How to use
Install the drive into a compatible 2.5" SAS bay or RAID enclosure following your server or storage vendor instructions. Connect the SAS data and power interfaces, configure the drive within the system BIOS/RAID controller or storage management software, and initialize or format the drive according to the intended filesystem and workload. For RAID deployments, select an appropriate RAID level and rebuild policy to match performance and redundancy requirements.
Usage recommendations
Use this IBM 2.5" SAS 900 GB 10,000 RPM drive in environments that require steady performance under load; pair it with enterprise-class controllers and properly configured RAID for data protection. Monitor drive health via SMART or vendor tools and maintain regular backups. Ensure adequate cooling and power stability in rack or server chassis to sustain reliable operation.

## Specifications

### Features

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| HDD capacity | 900 GB |
| HDD size | 2.5 |
| HDD speed | 10000 |
| Component for | Server/workstation |
| Interface | SAS |

### Other features

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal | Yes |
| Data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Compatible products | IBM EXP3254 |

### Power

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating voltage | 5 V |

### Logistics data

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717050 |

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