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• Internal transfer write rate: Up to 35 MB/s

• Random read (4K blocks): Up to 20,000 IOPS

Reliability

• The absence of moving parts reduces potential failure points in the blade server.

• SATA compliance enables the drive to connect directly into an IBM BladeCenter.

• S.M.A.R.T. allows software utilities to alert you of certain impending drive failures

so replacements can be made before a problem occurs.

• Rigorous testing through the ServerProven® program instills confidence that

your storage subsystem is compatible and will function reliably.

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These drives come with a one-year, limited warranty

For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit

http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/

Alternatively, this information is available through your IBM representative or

reseller. Copies are available upon request. With respect to on-site service, IBM

sends a technician after attempting to diagnose and resolve the problem remotely.

Key prerequisites

IBM System x or BladeCenter system with SATA capability

Planned availability date

September 19, 2011

Description

IBM 200 GB SATA 2.5-inch MLC HS and SS SSDs (43W7718, 43W7742)

These new drives bring solid-state reliability and low-power capabilities to on-blade

storage. These new options will be available as single 2.5-inch SFF 2.3-watt drives.

Configurator support

• Configuration and Options Guide (COG)

• IBM Advanced Solutions Integration Tool (ASIT)

Product positioning

The high-performance 200 GB SATA SFF SSD options are positioned at the top of

IBM's SATA SSD line based on solid-state technology.

These SSD drives support entry-level server and workstation applications, such as:

• Transaction processing

• Data mining

• Data warehousing

• Professional video and graphics