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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 283GB 15K 3G LFF SAS HDD

The IBM 283GB 15k 3G LFF SAS HDD is a IBM hard disk drive designed for enterprise environments demanding consistent performance and data integrity. 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→ 2.5_SAS_HDD→ LFF BAY→ 42R6686
SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number42R6686
ManufacturerIBM
Form FactorLFF
Capacity283GB
Speed15K RPM
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
LABEL 283GB HDD SAS 12Gb/s 69.85 mm (2.75") 100.0 mm LFF HDD — MECHANICAL Spinning disk, hot-swap SAS 12Gb/s — Dual-port 283GB | 7200 / 10K / 15K RPM FORM FACTOR — LFF Hot-swap, carrier-specific MOUNTING — 4x M3 bottom Standard SFF screw pattern TITLE HDD DRIVE PN 42R6686 MFR IBM IBM 283GB 15k 3G LFF SAS HDD
KEY FEATURES
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LFF Form Factor
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283GB 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

No verified substitutes available.

LIFECYCLE
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 42R6686?
42R6686 is a IBM 283GB 15k 3G LFF SAS HDD manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (2.5_SAS_HDD).
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