IBM - 26K5712 - 73GB 10 000 rpm hot-swap SAS hard drive

The IBM 26K5712 is a 73GB 10,000 rpm hot-swap SAS hard drive designed for enterprise environments where predictable I/O and serviceability matter. With a SAS interface and hot-swap capability, it supports fast replacement in supported IBM drive bays to help minimise downtime during maintenance. It’s a practical choice for legacy platform support, boot volumes, or smaller capacity tiers in data center and server-room deployments.

This drive is commonly deployed alongside IBM server storage backplanes and works well in arrays managed by RAID CONTROLLER options to support redundancy and consistent performance. For alternative media and higher capacity efficiency in supported systems, consider SSD options within the same IBM ecosystem. You can also browse more refurbished enterprise hardware in our IBM range.

Key Features

Key technical characteristics for integration into compatible IBM platforms:

• 73GB capacity to support OS/boot volumes, utilities partitions, or small transactional datasets in legacy environments.
• 10,000 rpm spindle speed to deliver responsive access times compared to lower-RPM disks for mixed read/write workloads.
• SAS interface to integrate with enterprise SAS backplanes and controllers commonly used in IBM servers and storage systems.
• Hot-swap design to allow drive replacement without powering down the host system when used with supported hot-swap bays.
• Compatible with IBM System x and IBM storage platforms that use 2.5-inch SAS hot-swap drive bays, for example selected System x rack servers and IBM storage enclosures that accept SAS SFF drives.
• Designed for RAID use to support mirrored or parity-protected arrays when paired with an appropriate IBM-compatible SAS RAID/HBA.
• Enterprise-class construction for continuous operation in server and storage chassis with proper cooling and vibration control.
• Suitable for spares and lifecycle extension to keep existing IBM infrastructures maintained without disruptive platform changes.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This is refurbished hardware. Units are cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects and ensure reliable operation in professional environments. Refurbished drives are a practical way to extend the lifecycle of existing IBM systems while also helping reduce electronic waste and control budgets versus buying new.

All products from Direct Hardware Supply include a one-year warranty from the date of purchase (batteries, tape drives and tape libraries include a three-month warranty). Extended warranty options are available on request. If you need mounting hardware for your specific chassis, match this drive with the correct CADDY for your IBM server or enclosure.