IBM - 00Y5701 - IBM 300GB 15K SAS 2.5 Inch HDD V5000 Gen1

IBM 00Y5701 300GB 15K SAS 2.5-inch HDD for Storwize V5000 Gen1

The IBM 00Y5701 is a 300GB, 15K RPM, 2.5-inch SAS enterprise hard drive built for performance-oriented tiers in IBM storage environments. The 2.5-inch small form factor supports high drive density in compact shelves, while the SAS interface is suited to enterprise backplanes and dual-path designs commonly used in storage arrays.

This drive is primarily used as a compatible replacement/expansion HDD for IBM Storwize V5000 Gen1 systems, and it is also relevant across IBM Storwize-family configurations that support 2.5-inch 15K SAS drives (always verify drive support lists for your enclosure). For broader lifecycle maintenance sourcing, you can reference our IBM portfolio, and for array protection and pool design it is typically deployed alongside a compatible RAID CONTROLLER.

Key Features

Key specifications and deployment-focused points for storage maintenance and expansion projects:

• 300GB capacity to support performance tiers for logs, metadata, and frequently accessed datasets.
• 15K RPM spindle speed to deliver low-latency access for transactional and mixed read/write workloads.
• SAS interface to integrate with enterprise backplanes and multi-path storage designs in array environments.
• 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) to maximise drive density in V5000 Gen1 shelves and similar enclosures.
• Compatibility with IBM Storwize V5000 Gen1 systems to maintain or expand existing arrays without redesigning the storage layer.
• Suitable for V5000 Gen1 drive enclosures and related Storwize-family configurations that support 2.5-inch 15K SAS HDDs to simplify spares strategy across similar platforms.
• Designed for RAID group and pool deployments to improve availability and service continuity in business-critical storage stacks.
• Enterprise-grade HDD design for continuous 24/7 operation in data center and production storage environments.

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 option for extending the lifecycle of installed IBM storage platforms, controlling budget compared to buying new, and reducing electronic waste.

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, and we ship worldwide from Denmark.

For mixed-media tiers and capacity planning in the same platform, consider complementary SSD options, and ensure the correct mounting solution with the appropriate CADDY for your shelf or enclosure.