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42C0259 - IBM Enterprise 300GB SAS 3Gb/s 15K 3.5-Inch LFF Hot Swap HDD
Product Overview
The IBM 42C0259 is a 300GB enterprise-class hard drive designed for IBM System x server platforms. Featuring a 3Gb/s SAS interface and 15K RPM rotational speed, this 3.5-inch LFF hot-swap drive delivers high-IOPS performance for demanding server workloads including databases, virtualization, and transactional applications. Tech Seller USA supplies this part in tested and verified refurbished condition, for single units or volume orders.
Key Specifications
This drive features 16MB cache, 512-byte native sector format, and a sustained data rate optimized for 15K performance. The 3.5-inch LFF form factor includes a hot-swap tray for tool-less installation in IBM System x chassis. MTBF is rated at 1.6 million hours with 24/7 always-on operational support and rotational vibration safeguard.
What's Included / Condition
Each 42C0259 ships in refurbished condition, function-tested prior to shipment, and covered by our standard 30-day warranty. For same-day dispatch, contact Sarah Jane at sarah.jane@techsellerusa.com.
Compatibility & Use Case
Compatible with IBM System x3400, x3500, x3550, x3650, x3755, and x3850 M2 platforms. Ideal for high-performance transactional workloads, OLTP databases, virtualization hosts, and application servers requiring low-latency, high-IOPS storage.
| Identification | |
| SKU | 42C0259 |
| Part Number (MPN) | 42C0259 |
| Brand | IBM |
| Product Family | System x Enterprise |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Warranty | 30-Day Tech Seller USA |
| Technical Specifications | |
| Capacity | 300 GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch LFF Hot-Swap |
| Interface / Speed | SAS 3 Gb/s / 15,000 RPM |
| Rotational Speed | 15,000 RPM |
| Cache | 16 MB |
| Sector Size | 512 native |
| Speed / Read | Up to 149 MB/s |
| Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to 149 MB/s |
| Average Latency | 2.0 ms |
| MTBF | 1,600,000 hours |
| Power & Environmental | |
| Power Consumption | 17.3 W operating / 11.3 W idle |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 55°C |
| Physical | |
| Tray Type | Hot-Swap LFF |
| Weight | 2.0 lbs |
| Compatibility | |
| Compatible Platforms | IBM System x3400/x3500/x3550/x3650/x3755/x3850 M2 |
Shipping Information
| Standard Shipping | Ships in 3–5 business days. Free shipping up to 10 lbs within the US |
| Expedited Shipping | Rates calculated at checkout |
| Overnight | Rates calculated at checkout |
| Tracking | Email tracking for all orders |
| International | Available, rates calculated at checkout |
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