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81Y9815 — Storage Datasheet

IBM · STORAGE_HDD · 2.5_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

Lenovo 81Y9815 internal hard drive 3 TB 7200 RPM 3.5" NL-SATA. Key specifications include Type: HDD, HDD size: 3.5", HDD speed: 7200 RPM, Interface: NL-SATA, HDD capacity: 3 TB, Component for: Server/workstation. 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→ 81Y9815
SPECIFICATIONS
TypeHDD
HDD size3.5"
HDD speed7200 RPM
InterfaceNL-SATA
HDD capacity3 TB
Component forServer/workstation
Operating voltage5 / 12 V
Quantity per pack1 pc(s)
FITS THESE MACHINES
Lenovo System x IBM System x3650 M4
Lenovo System x3100 M5
Lenovo System x3300 M4
Lenovo System x3500 M5
Lenovo System x3500 M4
Lenovo System x3530 M4
Lenovo System x3550 M4
Lenovo System x3550 M5
Lenovo System x3630 M4
Lenovo System x3650 M5
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
RELEASE LATCH 3TB NL-SAS 7.2K 81Y9815 IBM NL-SAS INTERFACE INTERPOSER SAS drive in SATA tray? Check board compatibility 3.5" (101.6 x 146mm) LFF 3.5" DRIVE | 3TB | NL-SAS 7.2K 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 81Y9815 MFR IBM
KEY FEATURES
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LFF Form Factor
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3TB Capacity
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 1
81Y9814CompatiblePARTNER
IBM 3Tb SATA 6G 7.2K LFF Simple Swap G2 HDD - Option
compatible
LIFECYCLE

No lifecycle data available.

THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 1
81Y9814SUBSTITUTE
IBM 3Tb SATA 6G 7.2K LFF Simple Swap G2 HDD - FRU
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 81Y9815?
81Y9815 is a Lenovo 81Y9815 internal hard drive 3 TB 7200 RPM 3.5" NL-SATA manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (2.5_SAS_HDD).
What parts can replace 81Y9815?
There is 1 known substitute for 81Y9815: 81Y9814. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 81Y9815 still available?
81Y9815 is currently Unknown.
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