The 47C8696 is a IBM others component. Pro Disk Network sells the 47C8696 for $219.29 with US shipping in 1–3 business days and a 30-day return guarantee.
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The 47C8696 is a IBM others part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship in 1–3 business days if in stock.
How fast does the 47C8696 ship?
If in stock, the 47C8696 ships in 1–3 business days. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and pallet orders may need extra handling time; we confirm the ship date with your order.
The 47C8696 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Production Deployment — Drop-in part for production enterprise infrastructure. Pre-tested and inspected before shipment.
Replacement / Spare — Hot-spare or RMA replacement keeping installed base running while OEM warranty is processed.
Lab / Dev / Test — Identical part for non-production validation environments. Cost-effective using refurbished tier.
Capacity Expansion — Adding capacity to an existing deployment without disturbing the production baseline.
What is the 47C8696?
The 47C8696 is a IBM enterprise IT hardware component, manufactured by IBM. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with dispatch in 1–3 business days, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 47C8696
Pros
US shipping in 1–3 business days from our US warehouse
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about 47C8696
Is the 47C8696 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 47C8696 as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the 47C8696 fit my system?
The 47C8696 is a IBM others part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship in 1–3 business days if in stock.
How fast does the 47C8696 ship?
If in stock, the 47C8696 ships in 1–3 business days. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and pallet orders may need extra handling time; we confirm the ship date with your order.
What is the warranty on the 47C8696?
New 47C8696 units carry the full IBM manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 47C8696?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.