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42D0778 — Storage Datasheet

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 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD

IBM 1TB 7.2K 6Gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD. 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→ 42D0778
SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number42D0778
ManufacturerIBM
Form FactorLFF
Capacity1TB
Speed7.2K RPM
FITS THESE MACHINES
Lenovo System x iDataPlex dx360 Server M3
Lenovo System x x3250 M2
Lenovo System x x3500 M3
Lenovo System x3200 M3
Lenovo System x3250 M3
Lenovo System x3400 M3
Lenovo System x3620 M3
Lenovo System x3630 M3
Lenovo System x3755 M3
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
RELEASE LATCH 1TB NL-SAS 7.2K RPM 42D0778 IBM NL-SAS INTERFACE INTERPOSER SAS drive in SATA tray? Check board compatibility 3.5" (101.6 x 146mm) LFF 3.5" DRIVE | 1TB | NL-SAS 7.2K 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 42D0778 MFR IBM
KEY FEATURES
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LFF Form Factor
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1TB Capacity
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7.2K 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 5
42D0777SubstituteBROKER-VERIFIED
IBM 1TB 7.2k 6gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD
substitute
42D0781SubstituteBROKER-VERIFIED
IBM 1TB 7.2k 6gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD
substitute
49Y7462SubstituteBROKER-VERIFIED
IBM 1TB 7.2k 6gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD
substitute
41Y8470CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 1TB SAS 6G 7.2k LFF HDD - P/n
compatible
42D0779CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 1TB SAS 6G 7.2k LFF HDD - Sbb
compatible
LIFECYCLE

No lifecycle data available.

THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 5
41Y8470SUBSTITUTE
IBM 1Tb SAS 6G 7.2K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0777SUBSTITUTE
IBM 1Tb SAS 6G 7.2K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0779SUBSTITUTE
IBM 1Tb SAS 6G 7.2K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
42D0781SUBSTITUTE
IBM 1Tb SAS 6G 7.2K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
49Y7462SUBSTITUTE
IBM 1Tb SAS 6G 7.2K LFF HDD - FRU
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 42D0778?
42D0778 is a IBM 1TB 7.2k 6gbps NL SAS 3.5" HS HDD manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (3.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 42D0778?
There are 5 known substitutes for 42D0778: 42D0777, 42D0781, 49Y7462 and 2 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 42D0778 still available?
42D0778 is currently Unknown.
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