IBM - 00Y5143 - IBM DCS3700 4TB 7,2K NL-SAS Hard Disk

IBM 00Y5143 DCS3700 4TB 7.2K NL-SAS Hard Disk

The IBM 00Y5143 is a 4TB 7,200 RPM NL-SAS hard disk built for capacity-focused tiers in enterprise storage environments, specifically for the IBM DCS3700 platform. With an NL-SAS interface designed for SAS backplanes, it is a practical choice for bulk storage, backup repositories, archive pools, and general-purpose capacity expansion in data centers and service provider infrastructures.

For architects standardising on the same vendor ecosystem, this drive aligns with the broader IBM storage portfolio and is commonly deployed where consistent drive populations and predictable behaviour in HDD-based pools are required. It is also typically used behind supported controller paths for protected capacity (controller and firmware compatibility dependent), including environments that utilise RAID CONTROLLER configurations.

Key Features

Key technical characteristics for storage administrators and integrators planning DCS3700 capacity tiers and spares.

• 4TB capacity to expand usable storage for backup, archive, and large datasets.
• 7,200 RPM spindle speed to provide a balanced profile for capacity-centric workloads.
• NL-SAS interface to support enterprise SAS backplanes and dual-path storage architectures.
• Designed for IBM DCS3700 systems to maintain platform compatibility and consistent drive populations.
• Compatible with IBM DCS3700 drive shelves/enclosures (and related DCS3700 family configurations) to support straightforward capacity scaling.
• Suitable for RAID-protected HDD pools to support data protection and predictable rebuild behaviour in large-capacity tiers.
• Enterprise HDD design characteristics to support 24/7 operation in data center storage deployments.
• Field-replaceable drive component format to simplify maintenance workflows and spares management.

When installing into DCS3700 enclosures, ensure you have the correct mounting hardware for your chassis generation; matching CADDY components can be sourced separately to fit your specific shelf requirements.

If your workload is latency-sensitive or requires higher IOPS than 7.2K HDD tiers typically deliver, consider complementing capacity pools with SSD media for performance-focused volumes and caching designs (subject to platform support).

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This is refurbished hardware from Direct Hardware Supply. Units are cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects and support reliable redeployment in production environments.

Refurbished parts help extend the lifecycle of installed IBM storage, reduce electronic waste, and control budgets compared to buying new. This product includes a one-year warranty from the date of purchase (batteries, tape drives and tape libraries include three-month warranty). Extended warranty options are available on request, and we ship worldwide from Denmark.