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42D0681 — Storage Datasheet

IBM · STORAGE_HDD · 2.5_SAS_HDD
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
SAS HDD backplane accepts SATA drives, SATA backplane does NOT accept SAS 2.5" SAS HDDs come with or without carrier/tray — ALWAYS ASK
ALWAYS confirm carrier/tray PN — server-specific trays vary by generation
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

IBM 146GB 2.5in SFF Slim-HS 15K 6Gbps SAS HDD. Key specifications include Type: HDD, HDD size: 2.5", HDD speed: 15000 RPM, Interface: SAS, HDD capacity: 146 GB, Operating voltage: 5 V. The unit ships in a SFF 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→ 2.5_SAS_HDD→ SFF BAY→ 42D0681
SPECIFICATIONS
TypeHDD
HDD size2.5"
HDD speed15000 RPM
InterfaceSAS
HDD capacity146 GB
Operating voltage5 V
Quantity per pack1 pc(s)
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COMPONENT DIAGRAM
LABEL 146GB HDD SAS 12Gb/s 69.85 mm (2.75") 100.0 mm SFF HDD — MECHANICAL Spinning disk, hot-swap SAS 12Gb/s — Dual-port 146GB | 7200 / 10K / 15K RPM FORM FACTOR — SFF Hot-swap, carrier-specific MOUNTING — 4x M3 bottom Standard SFF screw pattern TITLE HDD DRIVE PN 42D0681 MFR IBM IBM 146GB 2.5in SFF Slim-HS 15K 6Gbps SA
KEY FEATURES
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SFF Form Factor
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146GB 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
SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 11
42D0677SubstituteBROKER-VERIFIED
IBM 146GB 2.5in SFF Slim-HS 15K 6Gbps SAS HDD
substitute
42D0678SubstituteBROKER-VERIFIED
IBM 146GB 2.5in SFF Slim-HS 15K 6Gbps SAS HDD
substitute
00FN457CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 146GB SAS 6G 15k SFF Slim-HS HDD - Fru
compatible
41Y8482CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 146GB SAS 6G 15k SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/n
compatible
42D0679CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 146GB SAS 6G 15k SFF Slim-HS HDD - Sbb
compatible
44W2201CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - Option
compatible
LIFECYCLE

No lifecycle data available.

THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 6
00FN457SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
41Y8482SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
42D0677SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
42D0678SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
42D0679SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
44W2201SUBSTITUTE
IBM 146Gb SAS 6G 15K SFF Slim-HS HDD - P/N
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 42D0681?
42D0681 is a IBM 146GB 2.5in SFF Slim-HS 15K 6Gbps SAS HDD manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (2.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 42D0681?
There are 11 known substitutes for 42D0681: 42D0677, 42D0678, 00FN457 and 8 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 42D0681 still available?
42D0681 is currently Unknown.
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