IBM 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 6Gbps 2.5" SFF Enterprise HDD - 00AR480
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- Brand Store: IBM
- Model: IBM 00AR480
- Availability: Out Of Stock
- Part No: 00AR480
Key features
High-Performance 10K RPM Spindle: Engineered with a 10,000 RPM rotational speed, slashing seek times and minimizing latency to handle demanding, high-transaction enterprise applications.
Dual-Port SAS Interface: Features a robust SAS 6Gb/s dual-port interface, providing critical path redundancy and uninterrupted data availability for high-uptime data center environments.
Optimized for IBM Storwize Systems: Designed specifically for seamless integration with IBM Storwize V3700 and V5000 arrays, guaranteeing hassle-free deployment, native firmware support, and optimal storage tier performance.
Mission-Critical Reliability: Built for grueling 24/7 continuous enterprise operation, making it an ideal choice for transactional databases, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and backup arrays.
Maximizes Rack Density: The compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) layout allows data centers to maximize structural storage capacity per rack unit while lowering overall power and cooling overhead.
Hot-Swappable Configuration: Fully supports hot-plug maintenance, allowing administrators to replace or add storage on-the-fly without taking down critical servers or interrupting workflows.
Dual-Port SAS Interface: Features a robust SAS 6Gb/s dual-port interface, providing critical path redundancy and uninterrupted data availability for high-uptime data center environments.
Optimized for IBM Storwize Systems: Designed specifically for seamless integration with IBM Storwize V3700 and V5000 arrays, guaranteeing hassle-free deployment, native firmware support, and optimal storage tier performance.
Mission-Critical Reliability: Built for grueling 24/7 continuous enterprise operation, making it an ideal choice for transactional databases, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and backup arrays.
Maximizes Rack Density: The compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) layout allows data centers to maximize structural storage capacity per rack unit while lowering overall power and cooling overhead.
Hot-Swappable Configuration: Fully supports hot-plug maintenance, allowing administrators to replace or add storage on-the-fly without taking down critical servers or interrupting workflows.


| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number / MPN | 00AR480 |
| Feature Code | 5431 |
| Alternate Part Numbers | 00AR301, 00Y2511, 00Y2684, 00Y2507 |
| Capacity | 1.2 TB (1,200 GB) |
| Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM (10K) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb/s (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| Interface Ports | Dual Port for redundant, high-availability paths |
| Cache / Buffer | 64 MB |
| External Data Transfer Rate | 600 MB/s |
| Acoustics | 3.0 bels (Idle) |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes (Hot-Pluggable) |
| Physical Dimensions | 15.0 mm (H) × 70.0 mm (W) × 100.5 mm (D) |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs (0.22 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 8% to 80% non-condensing |
| IBM Storwize V3700 | Fully Compatible – Native fit for V3700 SFF control and expansion enclosures |
| IBM Storwize V5000 | Fully Compatible – Supported in first-generation V5000 SFF expansion arrays |
| IBM System x Servers | Fully Compatible – Suitable for standard 2.5-inch bays, including supported x3650 M4/M5 and x3550 M4/M5 configurations. A standard System x hot-swap caddy may be required depending on the original tray. |
| Lenovo ThinkSystem / System x | Conditionally Compatible – SAS-compatible, but modern Lenovo systems may require a Lenovo-branded drive caddy |
| Dell / HPE Enterprise Systems | Conditionally Compatible – The bare SAS drive can operate with a compatible SAS controller, but the IBM tray may need to be replaced with the appropriate Dell or HPE carrier |
| Consumer Desktop PCs / Laptops | Incompatible with standard SATA-only controllers. Requires a dedicated PCIe SAS HBA/controller for operation. |
| General | |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
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| Model | IBM 00AR480 |
| Manufacturer Part No | 00AR480 |
| Compatible Country | Middle East, Africa, Iran, Dubai |
| Country of Origin | USA |








