Name: AE050AS HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: AE050AS
Price: 111.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The AE050AS HP 73GB Fibre Channel hard drive is a reliable storage component designed for enterprise environments needing fast and stable disk performance. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via Fibre Channel, making it a solid choice for data centers managing critical workloads.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AE050AS

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This AE050AS HP hard drive delivers 73GB of storage with a swift 15,000 RPM speed, making it suitable for environments where quick data retrieval and processing are critical. It’s often found in enterprise servers and storage arrays that require dependable disk performance. Built for IT professionals managing data centers or high-performance computing setups, this drive supports workloads that demand consistent throughput and low latency. Its Fibre Channel interface integrates smoothly with SAN environments, helping maintain efficient data flow. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency during data access Robust Fibre Channel connectivity for stable network storage Compact 3.5-inch size compatible with various server racks Designed for enterprise-level performance and reliability Optimized for use in SAN and RAID configurations Typically deployed in data centers, this hard drive plays a key role in storage systems where performance and uptime are priorities. It helps maintain smooth operations across databases, virtualization hosts, and transaction-heavy applications without slowing down.

Use Cases
The AE050AS HP 73GB Fibre Channel hard drive is designed for enterprise IT environments that require consistent and high-speed data access. It is particularly suited for data centers and virtualization platforms where low latency and dependable connectivity are critical to maintaining service levels. How It's Used: Deployed in rack-mounted storage arrays supporting high I/O virtualization workloads in enterprise data centers. Used by financial institutions for rapid transaction processing where storage performance directly impacts operational throughput. Integrated within storage clusters in cloud service providers to ensure resilient and fast block-level data access. Employed in remote office storage systems requiring dependable Fibre Channel connectivity for mission-critical applications. Utilized in high-performance computing environments where sustained data transfer speeds support complex simulations and analytics. This drive contributes to operational efficiency by delivering stable performance in storage infrastructures that demand high spindle speeds and reliable connectivity. Its compatibility with established Fibre Channel networks facilitates scalable storage solutions that support evolving enterprise workloads.

AE050AS HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 3.5-inch Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases