Name: A6639A HP 146GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive 320MB/s
Brand: HP
SKU: A6639A
Price: 490.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 146GB 15,000 RPM SCSI hard drive provides fast and reliable storage primarily used in enterprise servers and storage systems. It balances high-speed data access with a sizeable capacity, making it suitable for demanding environments where consistent performance is essential.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	A6639A

Technical Information
Capacity	146GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM, 320 MB/s
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers, HP ProLiant

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This HP 146GB 15,000 RPM SCSI hard drive is built for demanding enterprise applications where speed and reliability matter. Often found in servers and storage arrays, it handles large datasets efficiently and supports quick read/write operations. Engineered for IT professionals managing server infrastructure, this drive helps maintain smooth performance in database management, virtualization, and transaction processing environments. Key Features High rotational speed reduces latency and improves response time Robust SCSI interface ensures stable and consistent data transfer Large storage size fits substantial application and system data Compatible with standard 3.5-inch drive bays in rack or tower servers Designed to deliver reliable operation under continuous workloads These drives are typically installed in corporate data centers or enterprise-grade storage systems where performance and uptime are critical. They play a vital role in supporting business-critical applications and maintaining server responsiveness.

Use Cases
The HP 146GB 15K RPM SCSI hard drive is optimized for enterprise server environments where high input/output operations per second (IOPS) and low latency are critical. It benefits IT professionals managing database servers, virtualization hosts, and transactional workloads requiring consistent, rapid access to data. How It's Used: Deployed in data center servers supporting high-frequency trading platforms where minimal latency is essential. Integrated within virtualization clusters to handle intensive random read/write workloads from multiple virtual machines. Used in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to sustain fast access to large datasets for operational continuity. Installed in storage arrays for applications requiring reliable, high-speed access such as email servers and messaging platforms. Employed in mid-tier database servers handling transactional processing in financial institutions and retail environments. This drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering sustained performance and reliability under demanding workloads, enabling scalable storage solutions in complex IT infrastructures. Its consistent throughput supports environments where maintaining high availability and responsiveness is paramount.

A6639A HP 146GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive 320MB/s

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General Information

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