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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 1.5/3.0TB LTO5 HH SAS Internal Tape Drive. 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→ 46X5681
SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number46X5681
ManufacturerIBM
Capacity3.0TB
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
LABEL 3.0TB HDD SAS 12Gb/s 69.85 mm (2.75") 100.0 mm 2.5" HDD — MECHANICAL Spinning disk, hot-swap SAS 12Gb/s — Dual-port 3.0TB | 7200 / 10K / 15K RPM FORM FACTOR — 2.5" Hot-swap, carrier-specific MOUNTING — 4x M3 bottom Standard SFF screw pattern TITLE HDD DRIVE PN 46X5681 MFR IBM IBM 1.5/3.0TB LTO5 HH SAS Internal Tape
KEY FEATURES
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3.0TB Capacity
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Long-term data archival and compliance retention
  • Offsite backup and disaster recovery
  • Air-gapped ransomware protection
  • Cold storage tier for infrequently accessed data
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 4
46X2684Compatible
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - Option
compatible
00V6733Compatible
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
compatible
46X1364Compatible
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
compatible
46X6075Compatible
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U v2 - P/N
compatible
LIFECYCLE
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 4
00V6733SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
IBM
46X1364SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
IBM
46X2684SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
IBM
46X6075SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 FC 8G HH Internal Tape Drive on Sled for TS3100/TS3200 Models 3573 L2U,L4U - P/N
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 46X5681?
46X5681 is a IBM 1.5/3.0TB LTO5 HH SAS Internal Tape Drive manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (2.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 46X5681?
There are 4 known substitutes for 46X5681: 46X2684, 00V6733, 46X1364 and 1 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 46X5681 still available?
46X5681 is currently Unknown.
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