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IBM 36 GB 3.5 inch 15000 RPM SAS internal hard drive

IBM

IBM 36 GB 3.5" 15000 RPM SAS internal hard drive

SKU CH-M3J4-Y4G5R

36 GB 3.5-inch SAS hard drive spinning at 15000 RPM with 8 MB cache for high-performance desktop storage

  • Total capacity36 GB
  • Interface typeSAS 3Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Rotational speed15,000 RPM
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • 36 GB capacity stores critical datasets
  • 15000 RPM spindle delivers fast data access
  • SAS 3Gb/s interface enables reliable server connectivity
  • 8 MB cache buffers burst I/O workloads
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

36 GB 15 000 RPM SAS drive

This 36 GB, 3.5-inch internal hard drive spins at 15 000 RPM and connects through a SAS 3 Gb/s interface. An 8 MB cache supports the high spindle speed for transaction-heavy workloads. The unit is supplied new in retail or OEM packaging. It is designed for servers and workstations that prioritise low latency over raw capacity.

Suits high-IOPS database and logging tasks

Database administrators and system builders who need fast random access for small working sets will benefit from the 15 000 RPM spindle. Users who require large sequential throughput or multi-terabyte storage pools should consider higher-capacity alternatives. The SAS interface also limits direct connection to typical consumer desktop motherboards without a dedicated controller.

15 000 RPM spindle speed

The 15 000 RPM rotational speed is the defining specification that determines whether this drive meets a workload's latency requirements. It delivers the short access times needed for intensive OLTP databases and high-frequency logging. If the application can tolerate slower seek performance, a lower-RPM drive with greater capacity may be more appropriate.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $52.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 36 GB
Lower than about 99% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $1,471.94 per TB
Pricier than about 91% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Total capacity36 GB
Performance
Rotational speed15,000 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 3Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Questions about this item

Will this 3.5" SAS drive fit a standard desktop 3.5-inch bay?

Yes, the 3.5-inch form factor matches standard desktop drive bays and uses the SAS 3Gb/s interface connector.

What is the correct way to set the SAS address or ID jumpers during installation?

The drive uses SAS 3Gb/s signalling and typically requires no jumper configuration; the controller assigns the address automatically during discovery.

How often should I expect to replace a 15000 RPM drive like this in a server workload?

Enterprise 15000 RPM SAS drives are rated for continuous operation; plan replacement based on SMART health alerts or after five years of heavy use.

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