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42D0520 ✓ Verified by PartsTable
IBM · STORAGE_HDD · 3.5_SAS_HDD
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
SAS backplane supports SATA, not vice versa NL-SAS = SAS protocol at nearline (7.2K) speed — NOT SATA
Gen8 LFF tray ≠ Gen10 tray — different screw holes
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
IBM 450GB 15K 3.5" 6G SAS H/S HDD

IBM 450GB 15K 3.5" 6G SAS H/S HDD. Key specifications include Type: HDD, HDD size: 3.5", HDD speed: 15000 RPM, Interface: SAS, HDD capacity: 450 GB, Operating voltage: 5 / 12 V. The unit ships in a LFF form factor suitable for standard rack-mount installations.

Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels. Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
STORAGE_HDD→ 3.5_SAS_HDD→ LFF BAY→ 42D0520
SPECIFICATIONS
TypeHDD
HDD size3.5"
HDD speed15000 RPM
InterfaceSAS
HDD capacity450 GB
Operating voltage5 / 12 V
Quantity per pack1 pc(s)
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
RELEASE LATCH 450GB NL-SAS 15K RPM 42D0520 IBM NL-SAS INTERFACE INTERPOSER SAS drive in SATA tray? Check board compatibility 3.5" (101.6 x 146mm) LFF 3.5" DRIVE | 450GB | NL-SAS 15K RPM NL-SAS uses SAS protocol at 7.2K RPM | SAS backplane supports SATA, not reverse Tray generation matters | Gen8 LFF tray differs from Gen10 TITLE LFF 3.5" DRIVE PN 42D0520 MFR IBM
KEY FEATURES
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LFF Form Factor
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450GB Capacity
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15K RPM Speed
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Enterprise storage arrays and SANs
  • Direct-attached storage (DAS) expansion
  • Database tier storage (OLTP, OLAP)
  • Virtual machine datastore expansion
  • Backup-to-disk and disaster recovery targets
  • Content delivery and media streaming storage
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 9
42D0519Compatible
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - Option
compatible
41Y8448Compatible
IBM 450GB SAS 3G 15k LFF HDD - P/n
compatible
41Y8454Compatible
IBM 450GB SAS 3G 15k LFF HDD - P/n
compatible
42C0264Compatible
IBM 450GB SAS 3G 15k LFF HDD - P/n
compatible
42D0521Compatible
IBM 450GB SAS 3G 15k LFF HDD - Sbb
compatible
42D0560Compatible
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - Option
compatible
LIFECYCLE
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 9
41Y8448SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
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41Y8454SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42C0264SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0519SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0521SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0560SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0562SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
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43C0262SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
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46M7030SUBSTITUTE
IBM 450Gb SAS 3G 15K LFF HDD - FRU
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 42D0520?
42D0520 is a IBM 450GB 15k 3.5" 6G SAS H/s HDD manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (3.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 42D0520?
There are 9 known substitutes for 42D0520: 42D0519, 41Y8448, 41Y8454 and 6 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 42D0520 still available?
42D0520 is currently Unknown.
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