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IBM 59Y5536 2 TB 3.5" SATA 7200 rpm internal hard drive

SKU CH-4R22-6HA2D

A 3.5" SATA desktop drive spinning at 7200 rpm with 2 TB capacity, supplied as a bare unit suited to server workloads

  • PackagingBare Drive
  • InterfaceSATA
  • Capacity2TB
  • RPM7200 RPM
  • UsageIdeal for Servers
  • Form Factor3.5''
  • 2 TB capacity stores large server datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast sequential access
  • SATA interface connects directly to standard server backplanes
  • 5-inch form factor fits common hot-swap drive bays
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer-rated reliability

Capacity and server fit

The IBM 59Y5536 provides 2 TB of storage in a 3.5 inch form factor. It is built for server workloads that demand consistent throughput. The 7200 rpm spindle speed supports sustained read and write activity. Desktop users with lighter I/O needs may find the drive louder than lower-speed alternatives.

Headroom and limits

Two terabytes accommodates operating systems, databases and archival data with room for growth. The SATA interface caps transfer rates at the bus maximum, so heavy random-access workloads will hit that ceiling before the platters do. Buyers who need more storage or faster random performance must look beyond a single drive.

Build and daily implications

Supplied as a bare drive without cables or brackets, it fits standard 3.5 inch drive bays using four side screws. The SATA data and power connectors are the only external interfaces. Vibration and acoustic output are typical for 7200 rpm mechanical drives, so mounting in a chassis with rubber grommets reduces transmitted noise.

Highlights

  • 2 TB capacity stores large server datasets
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers fast sequential access
  • SATA interface connects directly to standard server backplanes
  • 5-inch form factor fits common hot-swap drive bays
  • New condition ensures full manufacturer-rated reliability

Specifications

BrandIBM
Model59y5536
PackagingBare Drive
InterfaceSATA
Capacity2TB
RPM7200 RPM
UsageIdeal for Servers
Form Factor3.5''

Questions about this item

Will the 3.5-inch SATA 7200 rpm drive work in a desktop that only has older SATA 3 Gb/s ports?

Yes, the SATA interface is backward compatible with earlier SATA revisions, so the drive will operate at the slower link speed without any configuration.

How can I verify the 2 TB drive is running at its rated 7200 rpm after installation?

Check the rotational speed reported in BIOS or by a SMART monitoring tool such as CrystalDiskInfo; it should show 7200 RPM.

Does the bare drive include a SATA data cable, power cable or mounting screws?

The bare-drive packaging contains only the drive itself; cables and mounting hardware must be sourced separately.

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