IBM 73.4GB 10K SAS 2.5" hot-swappable drive (part 40K1097) designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays requiring high-speed data access. The 10,000 RPM spindle delivers approximately 140 MB/s throughput with dual-port SAS connectivity for redundant I/O paths. Hot-swap capability enables non-disruptive maintenance in active systems. This SFF form factor fits standard 2.5" drive bays in IBM System x servers and compatible third-party enclosures. Typical applications include transaction-heavy databases, virtualization hosts, and RAID arrays where performance and reliability are critical. Best suited for mixed workloads balancing speed and capacity in mid-2000s to early-2010s infrastructure.
Fully tested and guaranteed compatible; available via quote.
