Name: A5627A HP 73GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: A5627A
Price: 365.20 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 73GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive offers solid storage performance tailored for enterprise environments. It fits into SAN or server storage arrays where reliable access and integration into established infrastructure are important. This hard drive provides a balance of capacity, speed, and connectivity suited for business-critical data storage tasks.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	A5627A

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
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, HP ProLiant, Storage Arrays
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

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

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE

Product Description
This HP 73GB hard drive is built for reliable, high-speed storage in enterprise environments. It uses a Fibre Channel interface running at 2 Gb/s, which is often found in data centers and server applications requiring quick access to stored data. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed helps deliver low latency and steady throughput, making it suitable for transaction-heavy workloads. Commonly deployed in storage arrays and SAN setups, this drive benefits IT professionals managing databases, virtualization, or critical business applications. Its 3.5-inch size fits conventional server bays, ensuring easy integration into existing infrastructure. Key Features High spindle speed supports rapid read/write operations Fibre Channel connectivity designed for enterprise data networks Compact 3.5-inch size compatible with a range of storage systems Robust 73GB capacity balances performance and storage needs Optimized for consistent workload performance in server environments It's typically seen in medium to large-scale data centers where dependable and quick storage solutions are necessary. The drive plays a key role in maintaining smooth operation of applications that demand speedy and consistent data retrieval.

Use Cases
The HP 73GB 10K RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage infrastructures where consistent high-speed access to data is essential. It suits IT professionals managing storage area networks (SANs) or server environments requiring reliable disk performance under sustained workloads. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in data centers to ensure rapid data retrieval and efficient I/O operations. Integration into SAN storage arrays for medium-sized enterprises needing scalable and dependable block-level storage. Deployment in rack-mounted servers handling transactional databases where low latency and durability are critical. Utilization in remote office/server environments requiring consistent throughput and enterprise-grade connectivity. Incorporation into backup and archival systems that demand reliable, high-speed spinning disks for periodic data access. This hard drive facilitates operational efficiency by delivering stable performance with Fibre Channel connectivity, enabling seamless integration into existing storage clusters. Its form factor and speed support scalable expansion while maintaining low latency access essential for business-critical workloads.

A5627A HP 73GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-in Hard Drive

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