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IBM 42D0519 450GB SAS 15000 RPM 3.5 inch internal hard drive

IBM

IBM 42D0519 450GB 15000 RPM SAS 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-H8G3-D5DKM MPN 42D0519

A 450 GB, 15 000 RPM SAS hard drive in a 3.5-inch form factor with retail packaging built for server workloads

  • Total capacity450 GB
  • Interface typeSAS
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeRetail
  • Flash memory typeHard Drive
  • Rotational speed15,000 RPM
  • 15000 RPM spindle speed for fast data access
  • SAS interface provides reliable server connectivity
  • 450 GB capacity stores large datasets
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Hot-swap capability simplifies drive replacement

Server-Grade SAS Storage

The IBM 42D0519 is a 450GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 15000 RPM on a SAS interface. It is built for server environments that demand fast sequential access and hot-swap capability. The retail packaging identifies it as an original IBM part for direct replacement or fresh deployment.

Best Fit for Transactional Workloads

This drive suits administrators running database, messaging or virtualisation workloads that benefit from low latency and sustained throughput. It is not for desktop PCs or workstations that lack a SAS controller and backplane, nor for arrays requiring larger capacities or the density of 2.5-inch form factors.

The Deciding Specification

The 15000 RPM spindle speed is the single figure that determines whether this drive meets the performance target. If the application requires that rotational speed on a SAS bus, the 42D0519 matches the requirement; otherwise a slower or larger alternative should be selected.

How it compares

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

Price $351.99
Pricier than about 86% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 450 GB
Lower than about 82% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $782.20 per TB
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Model name42D0519
Total capacity450 GB
Recommended useIdeal for Servers
Performance
Rotational speed15,000 RPM
Mean latency6Gb/s
Storage
Flash memory typeHard Drive
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size267 × 224 × 127 mm

Questions about this item

Does this 15000 RPM 3.5" drive need a SAS controller or backplane to operate?

Yes, the 42D0519 uses a SAS interface running at 3Gb/s, so a compatible SAS host bus adapter or backplane is required.

Will this 450GB SAS drive work in a system that also has 15K SAS drives?

The drive uses the same SAS 3Gb/s interface and 3.5" form factor, so it can operate alongside other SAS drives on a compatible controller.

How can I confirm the 42D0519 is running at its rated 15000 RPM after installation?

The drive should identify as 450GB with a SAS 3Gb/s link speed in the RAID or HBA BIOS, and SMART data will report 15000 RPM spindle speed.

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