Name: BF036574C9 HP 36.4GB 15000RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: BF036574C9
Price: 296.39 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 36.4GB 15,000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed to deliver fast data access in enterprise storage environments. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects through a 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, making it a reliable component for servers and SAN configurations where performance and uptime matter.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	BF036574C9

Technical Information
Capacity	36.4GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This HP 36.4GB hard drive is built for high-performance storage needs, especially where speed and reliability are critical. Often found in enterprise server environments, it connects via a 2Gb/s Fibre Channel interface to provide quick data transfers. Commonly used in data centers and mission-critical applications, this hard drive supports workloads that require fast read and write operations. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its robust design and dependable performance. Key Features High spindle speed enables faster data retrieval and processing Fibre Channel connection ensures low-latency communication with storage networks Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays Designed to handle demanding enterprise applications and databases Reliable build quality suited for continuous operation These drives are typically deployed within SAN (Storage Area Network) setups and enterprise storage arrays. Their role is to provide quick access to critical data, ensuring smooth operation of servers and applications.

Use Cases
The HP 36.4GB 15,000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is commonly utilized in enterprise data centers and SAN environments where high-speed data throughput and low latency are critical. IT professionals managing performance-sensitive applications benefit from its fast spindle speed and robust Fibre Channel connectivity. How It's Used: Deployed in high-performance rack-mounted servers to support transactional databases in financial institutions. Integrated within storage clusters powering virtualization platforms requiring rapid I/O operations. Used in enterprise IT environments for hosting critical applications with demanding read/write workloads. Installed in SAN arrays for healthcare systems that manage large volumes of patient data with strict uptime requirements. Employed in remote office data hubs that require resilient and fast storage to sync with central data centers. This drive enhances operational efficiency by providing reliable, low-latency storage tailored for environments where performance consistency and scalability are essential. Its Fibre Channel interface ensures smooth integration into existing storage networks, supporting business continuity and data integrity.

BF036574C9 HP 36.4GB 15000RPM 2Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5in Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

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