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Axiom 7XB7A00027-AX 1.2TB 12Gb/s SAS 10K RPM 2.5" Hot-Swap HDD for Lenovo ThinkSystem
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This enterprise hard drive utilizes a 512n sector format that aligns with modern server storage architectures, providing efficient data organization and reliable performance. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed delivers faster data access compared to standard 7200 RPM drives, reducing latency for server applications that require responsive storage performance.
The 12Gb/s SAS interface doubles the bandwidth of previous 6Gb/s SAS generations while maintaining full backward compatibility with existing SAS infrastructure. This interface provides enterprise features including dual-port capability, full-duplex operation, and enhanced error correction that ensure data integrity in demanding server environments.
Relevant factors for this section include Storage Capacity, Disk Format, Spindle Speed (rpm). When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Interface Performance
The 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers up to 1200MB/s theoretical throughput, supporting high-performance server workloads while maintaining enterprise reliability features including command queuing and dual-port redundancy.
Key Product Advantages
This Axiom hard drive offers several distinct advantages for server storage deployments. The combination of 1.17TB capacity with 10K RPM performance provides a balanced solution for applications requiring both substantial storage space and responsive data access.
For buyers comparing similar models, the strongest advantage is usually the balance between dependable day-to-day operation and a simpler rollout experience. That means less time spent troubleshooting fit, compatibility, or user adoption after installation, which is especially important for shared business environments and repeat purchasing decisions.
Deployment / Use Cases
The Axiom 1.2TB SAS hard drive serves as reliable storage expansion for Lenovo ThinkSystem server environments. Its 10K RPM performance makes it suitable for applications requiring faster data access than standard 7200 RPM drives can provide, while the 1.17TB capacity offers substantial storage for server workloads.
This drive fits naturally into server roles where storage performance and reliability take priority. The hot-swappable capability makes it particularly valuable for servers requiring high availability, as drives can be replaced or added without taking the entire system offline.
Server Storage Expansion
Add reliable capacity to Lenovo ThinkSystem servers for file storage, database applications, or virtualization environments where consistent storage performance matters.
High-Availability Deployments
The hot-swappable design supports server environments requiring continuous operation, allowing drive maintenance or replacement without interrupting server functionality.
Highlights
- 1.17TB storage capacity for substantial server storage needs
- 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-speed data transfer with enterprise reliability
- 10,000 RPM spindle speed provides faster data access than standard 7200 RPM drives
- 2.5-inch small form factor enables efficient server bay utilization
- Hot-swappable design supports maintenance without server downtime
- Specifically compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers including SR630 and ST550 models
- 512n sector format optimized for modern server storage architectures
- Enterprise-grade construction for reliable server deployment
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 7XB7A00027-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | ThinkSystem 2.5" 1.2TB 10K SAS 12Gb Hot Swap 512n HDD |
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Technical Information | |
| Storage Capacity | 1.17 TB |
| Disk Format | 512n |
| Drive Performance | |
| Spindle Speed (rpm) | 10000 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Wireless LAN | No |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Drive Interface | SAS |
| Drive Interface Standard | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Drive Type | Internal |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Device Supported | Workstation,Server |
| Compatibility | Lenovo ThinkSystem Servers: SR630 7X01 7X02 ST550 TD350 |
FAQ
What server models is this hard drive compatible with?
This Axiom hard drive is specifically validated for compatibility with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers including SR630, 7X01, 7X02, ST550, and TD350 models. The drive undergoes compatibility testing to ensure reliable operation within these server environments, providing a storage solution that integrates seamlessly with existing Lenovo server infrastructure.
What is the advantage of 10K RPM versus 7200 RPM for server storage?
The 10,000 RPM spindle speed provides faster data access and reduced latency compared to standard 7200 RPM drives. This performance advantage matters for server applications where storage responsiveness affects overall system performance, such as database operations, virtualization environments, or applications with frequent data access patterns that benefit from quicker read/write operations.
Can this drive be replaced without shutting down the server?
Yes, this hard drive features hot-swappable capability, allowing replacement or addition without powering down the server. This design supports high-availability server environments where continuous operation is essential, enabling maintenance, upgrades, or expansion while the server remains operational and serving applications.
What does 12Gb/s SAS interface provide compared to SATA?
The 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers enterprise features including dual-port capability for redundancy, full-duplex operation for simultaneous read/write operations, and enhanced error correction. Compared to SATA interfaces, SAS provides better performance in multi-drive environments, supports longer cable lengths, and offers enterprise reliability features that matter for server storage deployments where data integrity and availability are priorities.
Is this drive suitable for workstation use?
While primarily designed for server deployment, this hard drive supports workstation environments that require enterprise-grade storage reliability. The 12Gb/s SAS interface and 10K RPM performance benefit workstation applications with demanding storage requirements, though workstation compatibility depends on having appropriate SAS controller hardware to interface with the drive.
What does 512n sector format mean for this hard drive?
The 512n sector format uses traditional 512-byte sectors rather than the newer 4K advanced format. This sector size aligns with legacy server storage architectures and ensures compatibility with systems that haven't migrated to 4K sector support. The 512n format provides reliable performance in server environments where compatibility with existing storage infrastructure matters.
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