Name: 0950-4383 HP 146GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 0950-4383
Price: 115.07 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 146GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive delivers focused storage capacity and performance for enterprise-level SAN environments. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and links through a 2Gb/s Fibre Channel connection, making it a reliable choice for servers and storage arrays handling mission-critical data.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	0950-4383

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
This HP 146GB hard drive is built for storage systems that require fast and dependable data transfer. It’s commonly used in SAN (Storage Area Network) setups where Fibre Channel connectivity is standard. The drive suits IT professionals and system administrators looking for a balance between capacity and performance within their enterprise environments. Key Features Fast 10,000 RPM spindle speed supports quick read and write operations 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface integrates smoothly into SAN architectures 146GB capacity provides ample space for critical data Durable 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server racks and storage arrays Designed for environments demanding consistent uptime and data integrity These drives are typically found in data centers and businesses relying on high-availability storage. They help maintain steady performance under heavy workloads, which is essential for applications like database management and virtualization where consistent access speed matters.

Use Cases
The HP 146GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise storage networks requiring high throughput and consistent reliability. IT professionals managing SAN environments benefit from its robust performance in data-intensive applications, particularly where rapid access to mission-critical information is essential. How It's Used: Supporting virtualized data centers that demand fast storage access for multiple concurrent workloads. Deploying in rack-mounted server arrays within enterprise IT infrastructures for scalable storage expansion. Implementing in storage clusters that handle transaction-heavy database systems requiring low latency. Utilizing in backup and archival solutions where consistent Fibre Channel connectivity ensures data integrity. Integrating into high-performance computing environments that process large datasets with stringent uptime requirements. This drive enhances storage infrastructure by providing dependable performance and scalability tailored for Fibre Channel SANs. Its integration facilitates streamlined data flow and supports operational continuity in complex enterprise settings.