Product Description
The IBM AHD6 10 TB 7,200 RPM 6 Gb SAS Nearline 3.5 Inch HDD (Feature Code: AHD6) is a high-capacity hard disk drive designed for IBM storage systems and Power Systems. With a 6 Gb SAS interface, 10 TB capacity, and a 256 MB cache, it delivers reliable performance for data-intensive applications. The drive operates at 7,200 RPM, offering robust storage for virtualization and database workloads in systems like Storwize V7000, DS3512, and EXP3512. Its 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with large form factor (LFF) bays, supporting IBM i, AIX, and Linux. The AHD6 provides error correction and RAID compatibility, enhancing data integrity in demanding environments. This HDD is ideal for midrange and enterprise storage needs, offering a cost-effective solution for expanding capacity, scalability, and reliability in data centers.[](https://datatechcomputer.com/san-storage/ibm-ahd6-10-tb-7-200-rpm-6-gb-sas-nl-3-5-inch-hdd/)[](https://vertical-enterprise.com/store/ibm-feature-code-ahd6-ibm-storwize-v7000-10tb-nl-sas-72k-35-inch-hdd-12gbs/)
Key Features
- 10 TB capacity for high-capacity storage needs.
- 7,200 RPM speed with 6 Gb SAS interface.
- 256 MB cache enhances data access performance.
- 3.5-inch form factor for LFF bay compatibility.
- Supports IBM i, AIX, Linux operating systems.
- 60-day warranty, technical support, cost-effective.
Technical Specifications
| Feature Code | AHD6 |
| Interface | 6 Gb SAS |
| Capacity | 10 TB |
| Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Cache | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | 3.5 inch |
| Drive Type | Nearline (NL) |
Compatibility
The IBM AHD6 10 TB 7,200 RPM 6 Gb SAS NL 3.5 Inch HDD (AHD6) is compatible with IBM storage systems and Power Systems, supporting IBM i, AIX, and Linux. It integrates with systems like Storwize V7000, DS3512, and EXP3512, as well as Power8 and Power9 servers such as 8286-41A, 9009-41A, and 9040-MR9, requiring 3.5-inch LFF SAS bays. The drive supports high-capacity storage for virtualization and database workloads, with RAID compatibility for enhanced reliability. It is ideal for midrange and enterprise environments, providing robust performance for data-intensive applications:
- Storage: Storwize V7000, DS3512, EXP3512.
- Power8: 8286-41A, 8286-42A; Power9: 9009-22A, 9009-41A, 9009-42A, 9119-MME, 9040-MR9.
- Supports IBM i, AIX, Linux operating systems.
Note: Requires compatible 3.5-inch LFF SAS bays and controllers.
