Name: AE318A HP 72.8GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: AE318A
Price: 343.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The AE318A HP 72.8GB 15000RPM SCSI 320MB/s 3.5-in Hard Drive delivers fast, reliable storage aimed at enterprise use. It fits into server systems where speed and durability are crucial, offering a balance of capacity and performance without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AE318A

Technical Information
Capacity	72.8GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	HDD
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS

Product Description
This HP 72.8GB hard drive offers fast data access thanks to its 15,000 RPM spindle speed and SCSI interface. It's commonly found in enterprise storage and server environments where quick retrieval and write speeds matter. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on this drive to maintain consistent performance in demanding applications. Key Features High-speed 15,000 RPM rotation reduces latency for faster data access Robust SCSI 320MB/s interface supports efficient data transfer Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays Reliable design built for continuous operation in critical systems Compatible with a range of HP server models and storage arrays This drive is typically deployed in data centers and enterprise servers where uptime and speed are essential. It handles workloads involving databases, virtualization, and transaction processing with consistent stability. Its performance characteristics make it well-suited for environments requiring dependable storage with quick response times.

Use Cases
The AE318A HP 72.8GB 15K RPM SCSI hard drive is designed for environments demanding high-speed data throughput and reliability. It is suited for enterprise data centers and legacy server systems where fast random access and sustained transfer rates are essential for critical workloads. How It's Used: Integrated into high-performance transactional database servers requiring rapid read/write operations. Deployed in virtualization hosts within data centers to maintain low latency storage access. Used in storage clusters that support legacy SCSI infrastructure for reliable, fast data retrieval. Installed in rack-mounted enterprise servers handling intensive file serving and application hosting. Employed in backup servers where speed and durability impact restore and archival efficiency. This drive supports operational efficiency by providing consistent high-speed performance in demanding enterprise workloads. Its compatibility with existing SCSI infrastructure allows for scalability in mixed storage environments while maintaining reliability for critical IT applications.

AE318A HP 72.8GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive

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General Information

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