Product Description
IBM 1917 146GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk Drive for AIX/Linux
The IBM 1917 is a high-performance 15K RPM SAS SFF disk drive designed for IBM Power Systems servers. It delivers 146 GB capacity with fast random access and low latency for database, ERP, transaction processing, and high-IOPS workloads in AIX and Linux environments.
Product Description
The IBM 1917 (CCIN 19B0) is a 2.5-inch SFF SAS disk drive with 15,000 RPM spindle speed and 6 Gb/s SAS interface. It provides 146 GB of storage and is fully qualified for direct attachment to Power server backplanes or EXP drawers. The drive supports RAID configurations and hot-swap operation, making it ideal for Power8, Power9, and Power10 systems requiring reliable, high-performance internal storage without external enclosures.
Features
- 146 GB formatted capacity
- 15,000 RPM spindle speed for low-latency random I/O
- 6 Gb/s SAS interface (dual-ported)
- Compact SFF-2 (2.5-inch) form factor
- Hot-swap and hot-plug support in compatible bays
- RAID 0/1/5/6/10 compatible
- Advanced error correction and reliability features
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: 1917
- CCIN: 19B0
- Part Number: 00E6173
- Capacity: 146 GB
- Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM
- Interface: 6 Gb/s SAS (dual-ported)
- Form Factor: SFF-2 (2.5-inch)
- Compatibility: Power8, Power9, and Power10 servers and expansion drawers
Compatibility
The IBM 1917 146GB 15K RPM SAS SFF-2 Disk Drive is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models: Power8 (S814, S822, S824, E870, E880), Power9 (S914, S922, S924, E950, E980), Power10 (S1012, S1014, S1022, S1024, E1080), and compatible EXP drawers
- Operating Systems: AIX 7.1+ / 7.2+ / 7.3+, IBM i 7.1+ / 7.2+ / 7.3+ / 7.4+ / 7.5+, Linux (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu), VIOS
- Attachment: Internal SAS backplane or EXP drawer bays
- Limitations: Designed for Power8/Power9/Power10 era systems; reduced capacity compared to modern SSDs; requires matching SAS controller and RAID configuration
Verify exact bay population rules, firmware levels, and OS patch levels via IBM documentation for your specific Power Systems model.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
