IBM - 01NN138 - V5000 G1 1.8TB 10k 12G 2.5" SAS HDD

IBM 01NN138 1.8TB 10K 12G 2.5-inch SAS V5000 G1 HDD (Refurbished)

The IBM 01NN138 is a 1.8TB 2.5-inch enterprise SAS hard drive built for IBM Storwize V5000 Gen1 storage environments where predictable performance and serviceability are priorities. It combines a 10K RPM spindle speed with a 12Gb/s SAS interface, making it a practical choice for mixed workloads that need consistent IOPS and stable back-end connectivity in SAS-based enclosures.

This part is commonly used for like-for-like replacement and capacity expansion in the Storwize V5000 Gen1 family, helping you keep drive types consistent within storage pools. For standardisation across broader IBM estates, it is often sourced alongside compatible host-side components and platform-appropriate RAID CONTROLLER options to support availability and data protection strategies.

Key Features

Below are the key technical characteristics of the IBM 01NN138 and where it typically fits in production storage deployments.

• 1.8TB raw capacity to expand usable storage in IBM Storwize V5000 Gen1 arrays and supported drive shelf configurations.
• 10K RPM enterprise HDD design to balance performance and capacity for virtualisation, file services, and database workloads.
• 12Gb/s SAS interface to support reliable, high-speed connectivity in SAS back-end storage architectures.
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor to increase drive density per enclosure and scale capacity in compact footprints.
• Compatibility aligned to IBM Storwize V5000 Gen1 family requirements to simplify like-for-like replacements and pool consistency.
• Designed for hot-swap storage architectures (platform-dependent) to reduce maintenance windows during drive replacement.
• Enterprise-class duty cycle characteristics to support 24/7 operation in data center and service provider environments.
• Suitable for maintaining homogeneous media tiers within supported V5000 Gen1 configurations to help keep performance behaviour predictable.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This unit is refurbished hardware, cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects. Refurbished drives are a practical way to extend the lifecycle of existing storage platforms, reduce electronic waste, and control budgets compared to buying new.

All products 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. Direct Hardware Supply ships worldwide from Denmark and can also supply related items such as the correct CADDY for your chassis and alternative SSD options when you need different performance or media tiers.