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IBM 59Y5460 600 GB 15000 rpm internal SAN hard drive with hot-swap tray

IBM

IBM 59Y5460Product 600 GB 15000 rpm switch module

SKU CH-N2Z5-CMX2M MPN 59Y5460Product

A 600 GB internal SAN hard drive with a 15000 rpm spindle speed and Fibre Channel interface, hot-swappable for continuous operation

  • 600 GB capacity supports demanding storage workloads
  • 15000 rpm spindle speed delivers fast data access
  • Fibre Channel interface connects directly to SAN environments
  • Internal form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Hot-swappable design allows drive replacement without system downtime

Product identity

The IBM 59Y5460Product is a 600 GB internal SAN hard drive that spins at 15000 rpm and connects through a Fibre Channel interface. It is built for enterprise storage arrays that require high-speed block access and hot-swappable drive replacement.

Upgrade path

This module replaces slower Fibre Channel drives or lower-capacity spindles in existing SAN enclosures. The jump is worth it when workloads demand consistently low latency and the chassis supports hot-swap trays for non-disruptive maintenance.

Sustained behaviour

Under continuous I/O the 15000 rpm spindle delivers steady throughput without the thermal throttling seen in slower drives. Hot-swap capability lets administrators replace a unit while the array remains online, preserving uptime during heavy demand.

How it compares

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Price $119.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameIBM

Questions about this item

Does the 59Y5460 fit a standard 3.5-inch internal drive bay?

The drive is an internal SAN hard drive designed for compatible IBM storage enclosures; it uses a Fibre Channel interface and is hot-swappable, so it mounts in the carrier supplied by the enclosure.

How do I install the 59Y5460 and what step is often missed?

Slide the drive into the hot-swap bay until the latch clicks, then verify the Fibre Channel link lights show an active connection before adding it to the volume group.

When will the 600 GB 15000 rpm drive need replacement?

Replace the drive if SMART reports reallocated sectors, the spindle develops audible bearing noise, or the enclosure marks it as failed during a patrol read.

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