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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 1.5/3.0 TB Ultrium 5 SAS 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→ 46X5683
SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number46X5683
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 46X5683 MFR IBM IBM 1.5/3.0 TB Ultrium 5 SAS tape drive
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 2
49Y9898Compatible
IBM LTO5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive - Option
compatible
49Y9902Compatible
IBM LTO5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive - SBB
compatible
LIFECYCLE
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 2
49Y9898SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
49Y9902SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 46X5683?
46X5683 is a IBM 1.5/3.0 TB Ultrium 5 SAS tape drive manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (2.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 46X5683?
There are 2 known substitutes for 46X5683: 49Y9898, 49Y9902. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 46X5683 still available?
46X5683 is currently Unknown.
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Last verified: July 2026