IBM - 00AR397 - V7000 G2 900GB 10k 2.5" 6Gbps HDD

IBM 00AR397 V7000 Gen2 900GB 10K 2.5" 6Gbps HDD

The IBM 00AR397 is a 900GB, 10K RPM, 2.5-inch enterprise hard disk drive with a 6Gbps interface, built for predictable performance in IBM storage environments. It is commonly used to replace failed drives or expand capacity while keeping drive characteristics consistent across existing pools and RAID groups in IBM Storwize arrays.

This drive is intended for IBM Storwize V7000 family deployments—especially V7000 Gen2 drive enclosures—where small form factor (SFF) disks are used for mixed virtualisation and database workloads. For related platform components and additional options within the same ecosystem, you can browse IBM parts, consider RAID CONTROLLER hardware for server-side storage builds, evaluate SSD alternatives for latency-sensitive tiers, and ensure correct mounting with a matching CADDY.

Key Features

Key specifications and deployment-relevant details for enterprise maintenance and upgrades:

• 900GB capacity in a 2.5-inch small form factor to increase storage density in SFF enterprise enclosures.
• 10K RPM spindle speed to support balanced performance for transactional and mixed read/write workloads.
• 6Gbps interface to align with common enterprise backplanes and controller connectivity in supported systems.
• Compatibility with IBM Storwize V7000 Gen2 drive slots to expand capacity or replace failed drives within the same platform.
• Suitable for IBM Storwize V7000 family arrays (for example V7000 and V7000 Gen2) to maintain consistent drive types across drive groups.
• Hot-swap capable enterprise design to reduce service time during planned maintenance or break/fix replacement.
• Designed for 24/7 duty cycles to support continuous operation in data center storage environments.
• Well-suited for array-managed RAID and redundancy to help maintain availability and service continuity.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This unit is refurbished hardware supplied by Direct Hardware Supply. Devices are cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects and ensure suitability for professional reuse.

Choosing refurbished parts helps extend the lifecycle of installed IBM storage platforms, reduces electronic waste, and supports budget control versus buying new. This product includes 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. Direct Hardware Supply is an international B2B supplier shipping worldwide from Denmark.