IBM 81Y9878 3TB SAS 7.2K 3.5" LFF NL HDD

The IBM 81Y9878 3TB SAS 7.2K 3.5" LFF NL HDD is a reliable nearline hard drive designed for enterprise storage solutions requiring high capacity and dependable performance. Ideal for data centers and server environments, this 3TB SAS drive supports seamless integration with IBM and Lenovo server models that accommodate 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF) drives. Its hot-swappable feature ensures minimal downtime during maintenance or upgrades, making it perfect for mission-critical applications where continuous availability is essential.

This hard drive operates at a spindle speed of 7,200 RPM and utilizes a SAS interface with a data transfer rate of up to 6Gb/s, delivering a balanced combination of speed and storage capacity. The nearline workload rating means it is optimized for less frequent access compared to primary drives, making it suitable for backup, archiving, and large-scale data storage tasks.

Key specifications of the IBM 81Y9878 include:

• Brand: IBM
• Capacity: 3TB
• Hot-Swappable: Yes, allowing easy replacement without shutting down the system
• Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM for efficient data access
• Interface Type: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) providing robust and reliable connectivity
• Data Transfer Rate: 6 Gb/s ensuring fast data throughput
• Workload: Nearline (NL), optimized for archival and backup storage
• Form Factor: 3.5" Large Form Factor (LFF)

For maintenance and replacement purposes, compatible spare part numbers include:

• IBM 85Y6187
• Lenovo 00AR321
• IBM 81Y9758
• Lenovo 90Y8577
• IBM 81Y9886
• Lenovo 90Y8578
• Lenovo 90Y8579
• Lenovo 90Y8581
• Lenovo 00NC557
• Lenovo 00Y2473