7XB7A00027: Lenovo ThinkSystem 2.5" 1.2TB 10K SAS 12Gb Hot Swap 512n HDD
Also listed as: 01CV004, AUMB, AL14SEB120N, SP40M56473, 01CV003 · made by Toshiba
The Lenovo 7XB7A00027 is an enterprise 2.5-inch 1.2TB 10,000 RPM SAS 12Gb/s hot-swap hard disk drive for ThinkSystem servers. Delivering double the capacity of entry 600GB drives while maintaining fast 10K spindle latency, it is the primary high-capacity mechanical drive choice for enterprise virtualization clusters, RAID arrays, and local file storage. It features a 512n native sector layout and dual-port SAS connectivity. Second-hand buyers should verify drive SMART health counters and ensure the authentic ThinkSystem hot-swap caddy is included.
Specifications
| Part number | 7XB7A00027 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Lenovo |
| Made by | Toshiba |
| Type | Hard drives |
| Other numbers | 01CV004, AUMB, AL14SEB120N, SP40M56473, 01CV003 |
| Status | current |
| Capacity | 1.2TB |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Form factor | 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) in ThinkSystem hot-swap tray |
| Rotational speed | 10000 RPM |
| Sector size | 512n native |
| Generation fit | ThinkSystem V1 and V2 servers |
About the 7XB7A00027
7XB7A00027 is Lenovo's core 2.5-inch 1.2TB 10,000 RPM enterprise SAS 12Gb/s hard drive for ThinkSystem servers. It provides an optimal balance of storage density, input/output operations per second, and dual-port SAS fault tolerance for enterprise data center storage subsystems.
Compatibility
Compatible with Lenovo ThinkSystem servers supporting 2.5-inch hot-swap drive bays, including SR650, SR630, SR530, SR850, SR950, ST550, and SD530. Requires connection to a 12Gb SAS controller or HBA; operates directly with Lenovo MegaRAID 930 and 530 series controllers.
How to identify a genuine unit
Pre-installed in a genuine Lenovo ThinkSystem 2.5-inch hot-swap caddy with blue and orange release mechanism. The top label clearly states option part number 7XB7A00027, FRU part number 01CV004, and feature code AUMB. Physical drive model AL14SEB120N is printed on the chassis.
Buying used
Examine the SAS connector for bent pins or damaged plastic keying. Power up the drive and check SMART attributes for uncorrectable read/write errors, reallocated sectors, and excessive spindle spin-up retry counts. Confirm that the drive runs Lenovo OEM firmware.
Reference prices (last 12 months, updated 2026-10-27)
Used: USD 65 (1 sighting, Oct 2026)
All sightings
| Seller | Condition | Price | Note | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay.com | used | USD 65 | Clean pull 1.2TB 10K SAS drive in genuine Lenovo ThinkSystem caddy | 2026-10-27 |
Prices seen on public listings on the dates shown, before tax and shipping. Not an offer.
Fits these models
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR630
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR530
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR850
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR950
- Lenovo ThinkSystem ST550
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SD530
- Lenovo ThinkAgile HX2320
- Lenovo ThinkAgile HX7520
- Lenovo ThinkAgile VX2320
- Lenovo ThinkAgile VX3320
- Lenovo ThinkAgile VX7520
- Lenovo ThinkSystem D1224 Drive Enclosure
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SN550 V2
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SN550
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SN850
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250 V2
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250 V3
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR250
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR550
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR570
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR590
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR635
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR655
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR670
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR860
- Lenovo ThinkSystem ST250 V2
- Lenovo ThinkSystem ST250 V3
- Lenovo ThinkSystem ST250
Check compatibility with Lenovo
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Lenovo has tested with the Lenovo 7XB7A00027.
- Compatibility Lenovo ServerProven (options and OS compatibility)
- Specifications Lenovo Press product guides
- Support Lenovo Data Center Support
Equivalent part numbers
- Toshiba AL14SEB120N Bare Toshiba 1.2TB 10K SAS 12G 2.5-inch enterprise drive
- HPE
872479-B21 HPE 1.2TB SAS 12G Enterprise 10K SFF SC Digitally Signed Firmware HDD HPE 1.2TB SAS 12G 10K SFF SC HDD
FAQ
What is the data transfer rate of the 7XB7A00027 drive?
It interfaces at SAS 12Gb/s and delivers sustained media transfer speeds up to 240 MB/s.
Can this drive be used in ThinkSystem V2 servers?
Yes, it is qualified for both ThinkSystem V1 and V2 servers equipped with 2.5-inch SAS backplanes.
Buying or selling 7XB7A00027?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650 Server Product Guide - Internal Storage, checked 2026-10-27