Product Description
IBM ACLN 1.8TB 10K RPM 12Gb SAS 2.5-inch HDD
The IBM ACLN is a high-performance 1.8TB enterprise-class hard drive with 10,000 RPM spindle speed and 12Gb/s SAS interface in a compact 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF). Formatted with 4,096 (4K) byte sectors, this drive delivers fast access times and reliable throughput for demanding workloads, including tiered storage, databases, and virtualization in supported IBM systems. It supports hot-swap installation for easy maintenance and high availability.
Key Features
- 1.8TB capacity for balanced performance and density.
- 10,000 RPM for low-latency access to data.
- 12Gb/s SAS interface (backward compatible; operates at up to 6Gb/s in certain enclosures like Storwize V3700).
- 2.5-inch SFF form factor for high-density drive bays.
- Enterprise SAS design with advanced error correction and vibration tolerance.
- Hot-swappable in compatible enclosures.
- 4K native sector formatting for modern storage efficiency.
Benefits
- Provides high IOPS and throughput for performance-oriented applications.
- Enables efficient capacity scaling in SFF-based storage arrays.
- Offers reliable operation in enterprise environments with redundant configurations.
- Optimizes power and space usage in dense rack setups.
- Facilitates seamless integration as a field or plant install drive.
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ACLN
- Capacity: 1.8TB
- Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
- Interface: 12Gb/s SAS
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
- Sector Size: 4,096 (4K) byte sectors
- Drive Type: Enterprise SAS HDD
- Additional: Hot-swap support in qualified enclosures
Compatibilities
- Primarily designed for IBM Storwize V3700 (models 2072-12C, 2072-24C, 2072-2DC, etc.) and Storwize V3500 series.
- Supported as a drive option in Storwize V3700 control and expansion enclosures with 2.5-inch drive bays.
- Compatible with IBM Spectrum Virtualize software on Storwize V3700 platforms.
- Can be used in other qualified IBM/Lenovo storage systems supporting 12Gb/s SAS SFF drives (verify specific model firmware).
- Firmware: Requires matching levels with the host enclosure/system for full compatibility, performance, and support.
- Best suited for Storwize V3500/V3700 environments; maximum quantities apply per system configuration.
This page at DataTechComputer.com highlights high-performance storage with the IBM ACLN 1.8TB SAS HDD, with a 60-day warranty.
