IBM 1818-G1A Hard Drive
IBM 1TB SATA 7.2K 2.5" DDM for EXP5000 (Part Number: 1818-G1A / 46M2991) — is a specialized hard drive module designed for high-density storage environments within the IBM System Storage EXP5000 expansion units. This drive offers a cost-effective way to scale storage capacity for IBM DS5100 and DS5300 systems. The DDM (Disk Drive Module) architecture ensures enterprise-level reliability and easy maintenance through hot-plug support. Built for high-density enclosures, this drive features advanced vibration handling and thermal management to maintain consistent performance in a fully populated chassis.
Key Specifications:
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Capacity: 1 TB.
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Interface: SATA 6Gb/s.
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Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM.
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Form Factor: 2.5-inch (proprietary DDM).
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Target System: IBM System Storage EXP5000 only.
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Workload: Bulk storage / Data archiving.