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Lenovo 2.5 inch silver SAS hard drive with hot-swap tray

Lenovo

Lenovo 81Y9651 900 GB 10000 rpm SAS 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-8XXC-WJSS0

900 GB 10 000 rpm SAS 6Gb/s 2.5" hot-swap internal hard drive for IBM System x3650 M3 servers

  • NAND Flash Memory TypeSLC
  • 900 GB capacity stores large server datasets
  • 10000 rpm spindle speed accelerates data access
  • 6Gb/s SAS interface delivers reliable throughput
  • 5" hot-swap form factor enables drive replacement without downtime
  • Compatible with IBM System x3650 M3 servers

Lenovo 81Y9651 900 GB SAS server drive

This Lenovo 81Y9651 is a 900 GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive built for server workloads. It spins at 10000 rpm and uses a 6Gb/s SAS interface. The drive is hot-swappable and designed for IBM System x3650 M3 compatibility. It suits administrators who need high-speed storage in a small form factor.

Installation notes and common issues

The 2.5-inch SFF design fits directly into compatible hot-swap bays without tools or cabling. Ensure the backplane supports 6Gb/s SAS to avoid link-speed negotiation problems. Firmware mismatches between the drive and the server controller can cause the device to remain invisible during POST. A controller refresh often resolves detection failures.

Pre-order compatibility checks

Verify that your chassis accepts 2.5-inch hot-swap trays and that the RAID or HBA card lists 6Gb/s SAS support. Confirm the system firmware is current for the IBM System x3650 M3 platform. Check available bay count and power budget for the 10000 rpm spindle. Buyers who need a different interface or larger capacity should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • 900 GB capacity stores large server datasets
  • 10000 rpm spindle speed accelerates data access
  • 6Gb/s SAS interface delivers reliable throughput
  • 5" hot-swap form factor enables drive replacement without downtime
  • Compatible with IBM System x3650 M3 servers

Specifications

BrandLenovo
NAND Flash Memory TypeSLC

Questions about this item

How do I verify the 10000 rpm SAS drive is functioning correctly after installation?

The drive should be recognised by the server BIOS and RAID controller, spin up without unusual noise, and report its 900 GB capacity in the management console.

What is included with the 81Y9651 and what must I source separately?

The 2.5-inch hot-swap hard drive itself is supplied; a compatible SAS backplane, caddy or mounting tray for the IBM System x3650 M3 must be obtained separately.

Which capacity and speed version of this Lenovo SAS drive should I select for my server?

This model provides 900 GB at 10000 rpm over a 6Gb/s SAS interface, matching the IBM System x3650 M3 specifications.

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