Name: 404396-004 HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 404396-004
Price: 114.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive offers fast, reliable storage suited for enterprise-level data management. It fits into storage systems requiring high-speed Fibre Channel connectivity and is built to support demanding workloads with consistent performance and durability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	404396-004

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM,4 Gb/s
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise Storage

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
This HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to deliver quick data access and dependable performance in demanding server environments. Often found in enterprise storage arrays and SANs, it supports heavy workloads requiring fast, consistent data transfer. Built for IT professionals managing data centers, it helps maintain efficient storage operations with minimal latency. Its Fibre Channel interface is tailored for environments needing robust and secure connections. Key Features High rotational speed ensures reduced latency and speedy data transfer. 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface supports seamless integration with SAN networks. Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard enterprise storage bays. Designed to endure continuous operation in data center conditions. 73GB capacity balances performance with storage density. These drives are typically deployed within enterprise servers and storage arrays where uptime and speed are critical. They handle intensive database operations, virtualization, and backup tasks effectively. By providing consistent throughput and reliability, this hard drive helps maintain smooth application performance and data availability in various IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive is designed for enterprise storage environments requiring high-speed, reliable data access. It is well-suited for IT professionals managing virtualization platforms, databases, and mission-critical applications where low latency and sustained throughput are essential. How It's Used: Deploying in data center storage clusters to support intensive transaction processing workloads. Integrating within SAN infrastructures for enterprise IT departments demanding consistent Fibre Channel performance. Supporting virtualization environments where rapid disk response times improve VM density and scalability. Utilizing in high-availability database servers requiring fast read/write operations and minimal downtime. Implementing in backup and archival systems where data integrity and throughput are critical. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering predictable performance in demanding storage systems. Its compatibility with Fibre Channel networks ensures seamless scalability and integration within complex enterprise architectures.