IBM 81Y9742 1TB SATA 7.2K 2.5" SFF NL HDD

The IBM 81Y9742 1TB SATA 7.2K 2.5" SFF NL HDD is a reliable and efficient nearline hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions. Ideal for use in data centers and server environments, this drive offers ample 1TB capacity with a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF), making it compatible with a wide range of IBM server models and storage arrays that support SATA interfaces. Whether you need to expand your storage or replace existing drives, this HDD delivers consistent performance and reliability for nearline workloads.

This hard drive features a 7,200 RPM spindle speed, which balances performance and power consumption, making it suitable for applications that require frequent data access without the high cost of enterprise SAS drives. With a SATA interface supporting data transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s, it ensures fast and efficient data throughput. Additionally, the 64MB cache enhances overall drive responsiveness, while the nearline workload rating means it is optimized for environments with moderate to high data access requirements.

Key specifications of the IBM 81Y9742 include:

• Brand: IBM
• Capacity: 1TB
• Form Factor: 2.5" Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Interface Type: SATA
• Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM
• Data Transfer Rate: 6 Gb/s
• Cache Size: 64MB
• Workload Type: Nearline (NL)
• Hot-Swappable: No