Name: A6487-60001 HP 73GB 10K RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: A6487-60001
Price: 365.20 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive provides high-speed storage tailored for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It balances solid storage capacity with fast data transfer capabilities, fitting well within professional IT infrastructures that demand steady performance and reliability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	A6487-60001

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
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
This HP 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to deliver fast and reliable data performance in enterprise environments. It’s often found in servers and storage arrays where quick access to critical data is essential. IT professionals and system administrators typically rely on drives like this to support demanding applications that require both speed and durability. Key Features High spindle speed optimizes read/write operations for better overall system response. 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface offers consistent and robust data transfer rates. Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays and storage enclosures. 73GB capacity balances performance with storage needs for a variety of workloads. Built to handle heavy workloads common in business-critical environments. This drive is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise storage solutions where performance and reliability are priorities. It helps maintain smooth operation for applications requiring rapid data access, making it a practical choice for managing business data efficiently.

Use Cases
The HP 73GB 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive is designed for enterprise-level storage environments where fast and reliable data access is critical. It is best suited for IT infrastructures requiring robust performance for transactional workloads and high-throughput applications. How It's Used: Deployed in data centers to support virtualization platforms with consistent high-speed storage demands. Integrated into storage clusters for enterprise databases requiring low latency and rapid read/write cycles. Used in SAN (Storage Area Network) environments within medium to large businesses to facilitate efficient backup and recovery processes. Configured in server racks supporting mission-critical applications with intensive I/O requirements. Utilized by managed service providers offering hosted storage solutions that demand dependable and scalable hardware. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering steady performance under continuous workloads, supporting scalability in growing IT environments. Its Fibre Channel interface ensures seamless integration into existing storage fabrics, maintaining data throughput essential for enterprise operations.