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500GB HS HD ThinkServer RD210 7.2K 2.5in SATA OEM: 67Y0121
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500GB HS HD ThinkServer RD210 7.2K 2.5in SATA OEM: 67Y0121
The 500GB HS HD ThinkServer RD210 is a high‑performance, enterprise‑grade hard disk drive (HDD) engineered for demanding server and workstation environments. Designed by Lenovo’s ThinkServer line, this 2.5‑inch SATA III drive delivers reliable storage capacity, robust data integrity, and consistent performance across a wide range of IBM/Lenovo server models.
Key Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 500 GB (500 000 MB)
- Form Factor: 2.5‑inch, 70 mm width × 7 mm height
- Weight: 320 g
- Interface: Serial ATA III (SATA 3) with a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 3 Gb/s sustained throughput in real‑world workloads
- Operating Voltage: 5 V DC
- Spin Speed: 7 200 RPM, providing a balance between speed and power consumption
- Average Latency: 4.2 ms, ensuring quick access to data blocks
- Read Seek Time: 13 ms, the time taken for the drive head to locate a sector on the platter
- Sector Size: 512 bytes per sector, standard for compatibility with legacy and modern operating systems
- Buffer (Cache) Size: 32 MB, accelerating read/write operations by temporarily storing data in high‑speed memory
- RoHS Compliant: Yes, meeting environmental safety standards
- Hot‑Swap Capability: No; the drive is intended for non‑hot‑swap installations but can be housed in a caddy that supports hot‑swap if required by the system architecture
- Included Accessories: HDD caddy (for secure mounting and cable management)
Compatibility Matrix
The ThinkServer RD210 500GB HDD is engineered to fit seamlessly into a variety of Lenovo/IBM server and workstation platforms. Below are the primary models that support this drive:
- IBM/Lenovo System x3200 M3 (Xeon)
- IBM/Lenovo System x3400 M3 7378, 7379‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo System x3500 M2 7839‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo System x3500 M3 7380‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo System x3550 M3 7944
- IBM/Lenovo System x3620 M3 7376‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo System x3650 1914, 7979‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo System x3755 M3 7164‑xxx
- IBM/Lenovo ThinkServer RD210
- IBM/Lenovo ThinkServer RD220
- IBM/Lenovo ThinkServer TD200x 3822‑41x, 42x, 43x
These systems are typically equipped with SATA III controller cards that support the drive’s interface and power requirements. The inclusion of a dedicated HDD caddy ensures secure mounting and optimal airflow within the chassis.
Performance Characteristics
The 7 200 RPM spin speed combined with a 32 MB cache yields a drive that is well‑suited for database workloads, virtualization environments, and high‑throughput file servers. The average latency of 4.2 ms translates to rapid data retrieval, while the read seek time of 13 ms ensures efficient head movement across platters.
With a sustained transfer rate of up to 3 Gb/s, this drive can handle large sequential reads and writes with minimal bottlenecks. The 512‑byte sector size aligns with industry standards, facilitating compatibility with both legacy operating systems (such as older Windows Server editions) and modern platforms that support larger block sizes.
Reliability & Durability
Manufactured under Lenovo’s stringent quality control processes, the ThinkServer RD210 500GB HDD is built to endure continuous operation in data‑center environments. The drive’s RoHS compliance indicates that it contains no hazardous substances, reducing environmental impact and ensuring safe disposal.
The 32 MB buffer mitigates the effects of bursty I/O patterns by temporarily holding data before it is written to or read from the platters. This feature reduces wear on the mechanical components and extends the overall lifespan of the drive.
Installation & Maintenance
- Mounting: The included 2.5‑inch caddy provides a secure mounting point, aligning the drive with the server’s SATA connectors and ensuring proper cable management.
- Power Requirements: Operating at 5 V, the drive draws power from standard SATA power rails found in most server motherboards or dedicated power supply units.
- Cooling: The slim 7‑mm height allows for efficient airflow within tight chassis configurations. Proper ventilation is essential to maintain optimal operating temperatures and prevent thermal throttling.
- Replacement: In the event of failure, the drive can be swapped out by a qualified technician using standard SATA tools. While not hot‑swap capable, many server platforms support hot‑swappable bays; in such cases, the caddy can be integrated into a hot‑swap enclosure to enable live replacement.
Use Cases & Applications
The ThinkServer RD210 500GB HDD excels in scenarios that demand reliable storage without the need for SSD-level speeds. Typical applications include:
- Virtual Machine Hosts: Providing a solid‑state foundation for virtual disks while keeping costs manageable.
- File and Print Servers: Storing user documents, shared resources, and print queues with dependable access times.
- Database Backup Drives: Serving as secondary storage for backup snapshots where high throughput is beneficial but not critical.
- Development Workstations: Offering ample space for code repositories, build artifacts, and testing environments.
Conclusion
The 500GB HS HD ThinkServer RD210 7.2K 2.5in SATA OEM: 67Y0121 is a robust, enterprise‑grade hard drive that delivers consistent performance, reliable durability, and broad compatibility across Lenovo/IBM server platforms. Its combination of high capacity, efficient spin speed, generous cache, and industry‑standard interface makes it an ideal choice for organizations seeking dependable storage solutions in mission‑critical environments.
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| Brand | ![]() Origin Storage is a leading provider of storage solutions, including hard drives, SSDs, memory and accessories. The company offers a wide range of products for both consumers and businesses, and its products are known for their quality, reliability and performance. Origin Storage is committed to providing the best possible customer experience, and its products are backed by a comprehensive warranty. |
| MPN | Origin Storage IBM-500SA/7-S6 |
| Model | Origin Storage IBM-500SA/7-S6 |
| ID | 10937286 |
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Average latency The typical time delay, measured in milliseconds, between a request and its response for storage devices such as hard drives or SSDs. It reflects how quickly data can be accessed from the device and is useful for comparing performance across similar products.
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4.2 ms |
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Bytes per sector The number of bytes contained in each storage sector of a device, indicating the smallest unit of data that can be read or written by the medium.
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512 |
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Component for Specifies the type of device or system that the product is intended to be used with, such as a PC, server, notebook, surveillance system, or other electronic equipment. The value represents a single category and can be used to filter or group products by their target platform.
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Server/workstation |
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Data transfer rate The maximum theoretical speed at which a device can send or receive data, expressed in bits per second (bps) or its multiples such as kbps, mbps, gbps, etc. It represents the upper bound of throughput under optimal conditions and is useful for comparing performance across devices and interfaces.
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3 Gbit/s |
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HDD caddy included Indicates whether a hard‑disk drive caddy is supplied with the product. A value of "Yes" means a caddy for mounting or transporting the drive is included in the package, while "No" indicates that no caddy is provided and must be purchased separately.
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Yes |
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HDD Capacity The total amount of digital storage that an internal hard drive can hold, expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB, or TB. This attribute helps users understand how much data the device’s built‑in hard drive can store and compare storage options across products.
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500 GB |
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HDD interface transfer rate The highest theoretical speed at which a hard disk drive can send or receive data over its interface, expressed in bits per second (bps) or multiples such as kbps, mbps, gbps, etc. This value represents the upper bound of throughput under optimal conditions and is useful for comparing performance across different drives and interfaces.
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6 Gbit/s |
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HDD size The physical width of a hard disk drive expressed in inches or centimeters. It indicates the standard size that determines which enclosures, bays, and mounting hardware are compatible with the drive.
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2.5" |
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HDD speed The number of revolutions per minute (RPM) at which a hard‑disk drive’s spindle turns, indicating the drive’s data access performance and endurance characteristics.
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7200 RPM |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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7 mm |
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Hot-swap Indicates whether the product can have storage units inserted or removed while it is powered on and running without needing to shut down or reboot the system.
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No |
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Interface List of physical or logical interfaces that allow communication between a hard drive and other devices, such as SATA, M.2 PCIe, U.2, SAS, NVMe, or other standard connections.
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Serial ATA III |
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Internal Indicates whether the product is designed to be installed inside a computer system or other device, such as an internal hard drive, SSD, network card, or component. A value of "Yes" means it can be mounted within the chassis; a value of "No" indicates it is intended for external use.
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Yes |
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Operating voltage The electrical voltage that a device is designed to operate at, expressed in volts (V). It may represent a single nominal value or a range indicating the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the product. This attribute helps users verify that their power source matches the device’s requirements.
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5 V |
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Read Seek Time The average time required for a storage device to position its read/write head over the correct track before accessing data. It is expressed in milliseconds (ms) and indicates how quickly the device can begin reading or writing after a command is issued.
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13 ms |
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Refurbished Indicates whether the product has been refurbished, meaning it has undergone a quality inspection and repair process to restore it to a like-new condition before resale.
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No |
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RoHS compliance Indicates whether the product is manufactured in accordance with the RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) directive, which limits the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical and electronic equipment.
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Yes |
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Storage drive adapter included Indicates whether a storage‑drive adapter is supplied with the product. A value of "Yes" means an adapter is included in the package, while "No" indicates that no adapter is provided and must be purchased separately.
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No |
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Storage drive buffer size The amount of temporary memory that a hard drive can hold before transferring data to the host system. Expressed as a digital capacity (e.g., kilobytes, megabytes). This attribute helps users understand how quickly a drive can process read/write operations and is useful when comparing performance across drives.
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32 MB |
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Type The general category or style of the product, such as laptop, printer cartridge, or cooling fan. It helps buyers quickly identify the nature of the item and compare similar products.
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HDD |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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320 g |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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70 mm |


