IBM 81Y9726 Hard Drive

IBM 500GB SATA 6Gbps 7.2K RPM SFF (2.5in) NL Hot-Swap HDD (Part Number: 81Y9726) — is an enterprise-grade Nearline (NL) storage solution for legacy IBM System x M3 servers and BladeCenter HS22 modules. It provides a cost-effective way to handle boot volumes, local storage, or data archiving while maintaining 24/7 server-level reliability. The drive is integrated into an IBM SFF Hot-Swap carrier, allowing for seamless maintenance and replacement while the server remains operational. This ensures maximum system availability and reliable performance for entry-to-mid-level server workloads.

Key Specifications:

• Capacity: 500 GB.

• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s.

• Spindle Speed: 7,200 RPM.

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch (SFF).

• Carrier Type: Hot-Swap Tray.

• Workload: NL SATA (Enterprise Entry).