Name: A7288-69002U HP 73GB 15000RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: A7288-69002U
Price: 113.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch hard drive delivers fast and reliable storage primarily used in enterprise data centers and SAN environments. It fits standard server bays and provides consistent performance for critical applications that depend on quick data access.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	A7288-69002U

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers, HP ProLiant

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This HP 73GB hard drive is built for high-performance storage needs in data centers and enterprise servers. It is commonly used in environments that require fast and reliable access to critical data, such as SAN (Storage Area Network) setups and high-transaction databases. The drive is often found in server racks where uptime and speed are crucial. IT professionals rely on its 15000 RPM speed and Fibre Channel interface to maintain smooth operations and quick response times. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency for demanding applications Fibre Channel connection supports stable, high-speed data transfers 3.5-inch size fits standard enterprise server bays Optimized for environments requiring consistent, sustained performance Durable design suited for continuous operation This hard drive is typically deployed in enterprise storage arrays and SAN systems where speed and reliability matter most. Its role in supporting fast data retrieval helps keep business-critical applications running without delay or interruption.

Use Cases
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-inch hard drive is ideally suited for high-performance enterprise storage environments where rapid data retrieval and reliability are critical. Organizations with demanding applications such as databases and virtualization workloads benefit from its robust Fibre Channel connectivity and server compatibility. How It's Used: Deployed in data center SAN arrays to support low-latency transaction processing for enterprise databases. Integrated into virtualization clusters requiring consistent high-speed access for multiple virtual machines. Utilized in rack-mounted servers within financial institutions processing real-time analytics. Implemented in mission-critical application servers in healthcare environments demanding reliable storage throughput. Employed in storage clusters supporting high-frequency trading platforms where millisecond delays can impact performance. This drive’s high spindle speed and Fibre Channel interface enable efficient handling of intensive workloads, supporting operational continuity and scalability in complex server infrastructures. Its form factor ensures compatibility with existing server hardware, facilitating seamless integration into enterprise storage ecosystems.