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42C0498 - IBM Enterprise 750GB SATA 3Gb/s 7200RPM 3.5" LFF Hot Swap HDD
Product Overview
The IBM 42C0498 is a 750GB enterprise-class hard drive designed for IBM System x server platforms. Featuring a 3Gb/s SATA interface and 7200 RPM rotational speed, this 3.5-inch LFF hot-swap drive delivers reliable nearline capacity storage for legacy enterprise environments including backup, archive, and secondary storage workloads. TechSellerUSA 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 nearline workloads. 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 1.2 million hours with 24/7 always-on operational support and rotational vibration safeguard for multi-drive enclosure environments.
What's Included / Condition
Each 42C0498 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 nearline storage, backup targets, archive workloads, file servers, and legacy enterprise secondary storage tiers.
| Identification | |
| SKU | 42C0498 |
| Part Number (MPN) | 42C0498 |
| Brand | IBM |
| Product Family | System x Nearline |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Warranty | 30-day (TechSellerUSA) |
| Technical Specifications | |
| Capacity | 750 GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch LFF Hot-Swap |
| Interface / Speed | SATA 3 Gb/s / 7,200 RPM |
| Rotational Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Cache | 16 MB |
| Sector Size | 512 native |
| Speed / Read | Up to 105 MB/s |
| Sustained Transfer Rate | Up to 105 MB/s |
| Average Latency | 4.16 ms |
| Workload Rating | 180 TB/year |
| MTBF | 1,200,000 hours |
| Power & Environmental | |
| Power Consumption | 11.2 W operating / 7.5 W idle |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 55°C |
| Physical | |
| Weight | 1.65 lbs |
| Compatibility | |
| Compatible Platforms | IBM System x3400/x3500/x3550/x3650/x3755/x3850 M2 |
Shipping Information
| Standard Shipping | Free Shipping upto 10LBS — 3 to 5 business days |
| Expedited Shipping | Rates calculated at checkout |
| Overnight | Rates calculated at checkout |
| Tracking | Email + SMS tracking for all orders |
| International | Available, rates calculated at checkout |
Returns Policy
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We offer a 30-day hassle-free return and replacement policy on eligible products. For brand-new items, any applicable manufacturer warranty (typically 6 months to 1 year) is passed directly to the customer for added peace of mind.
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Eligible items may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Once the returned item has been received and inspected, refunds are typically processed within 7 business days using the original payment method.
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