IBM STORWIZE V7000 200GB 2.5in SAS 6G SFF Hot-Swap SSD Part #: 85Y6188 / 0B26580 / HUSML4020ASS600
- Brand: IBM
- Part #: 85Y6188
- Alt. Part #: 0B26580
- Alt. FRUs: 00Y2447,00AR442
- Model #: HUSML4020ASS600
- Specs:-
- :: Capacity: 200 GB
- :: Form Factor: 2.5 in (Sff)
- :: Interface: SAS
- :: Condition: New
- :: Compatibility: IBM STORWIZE V7000 Systems
- :: MPN: 85Y6188
- Warranty: 1 (one) year Tekmart Africa warranty
- INST: 250729002
- PSS: This Product is Eligible for Immediate Shipping / Collection Upon Order Confirmation*
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The IBM SKU:85Y6188 refers to a 200GB SAS SSD primarily used in IBM Storwize V7000 storage systems.
As enterprise-grade MLC SSDs, they are built for durability and sustained performance in demanding server and workstation environments.
Specifically, they are compatible with the 24-bay models of the Storwize V7000 enclosures, including:
- ::IBM Storwize V7000 Control Enclosure Models: 2076-124, 2076-224, and 2076-324.
- ::IBM Storwize V7000 Storage Expansion Enclosures.
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In Storwize V7000 systems, these SSDs are often used as "Tier 0" or "flash tier" storage for the most frequently accessed and performance-critical data, leveraging features like IBM Easy Tier to automatically move data between different storage tiers based on access patterns.
The firmware on these enterprise SSDs is often highly specialized and optimized to work seamlessly with the storage array's operating system and features (e.g., IBM Easy Tier in Storwize V7000). This deep integration and the associated development cost contribute to the price.
These Enterprise drives typically have a larger over-provisioned area (spare flash memory) than consumer drives. This extra space helps with wear leveling, extends the drive's lifespan, and maintains consistent performance even as the drive fills up.
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