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GB0500EAFYL HP 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s NCQ Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive for Gen1 to Gen7 ProLiant Server

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GB0500EAFYL

Weight: 1.76 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 500GB storage capacity with 7200RPM spindle speed
  • SATA 3Gb/s interface for reliable data transfer
  • NCQ support improves drive efficiency and performance
  • Hot-pluggable 3.5-inch form factor designed for ProLiant servers
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$154.68
Product Overview

The HP 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s hard drive fits seamlessly into ProLiant servers from Gen1 through Gen7. It provides a solid amount of storage for server applications while supporting hot-swapping to keep systems running smoothly during maintenance or upgrades.

General Information
Brand HP
Part Number GB0500EAFYL
Technical Information
Capacity 500GB
Form Factor 3.5-inch
Disk Format 3.5-inch
Spindle Speed 7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable Yes
Hot Swappable Yes
Hybrid Drive No
Compatible For HP ProLiant Gen1,HP ProLiant Gen2,HP ProLiant Gen3,HP ProLiant Gen4,HP ProLiant Gen5,HP ProLiant Gen6,HP ProLiant Gen7
Interfaces/Ports
Interface SATA 3GB/s
Physical Characteristics
Condition Refurbished
Weight 1.76


Product Description

This HP 500GB hard drive is built to provide dependable storage for Gen1 to Gen7 ProLiant servers. It’s commonly used in enterprise environments where consistent performance and easy maintenance are crucial. The 7200RPM speed helps deliver steady read/write access, making it suitable for handling business-critical data and applications.

Often found in data centers and server rooms, this drive benefits IT professionals managing server storage pools or upgrading existing hardware. Its hot-pluggable design allows for quick replacement or expansion without shutting down the system, minimizing downtime.

Key Features

  • Offers 500GB capacity suitable for varied storage needs
  • Utilizes SATA 3Gb/s interface ensuring stable connectivity
  • NCQ enhances throughput by optimizing command execution order
  • 7200RPM spindle speed balances performance and reliability
  • Compatible with Gen1 to Gen7 ProLiant server models

In practice, this hard drive is typically deployed in medium to large business servers where balancing capacity and speed is important. It supports everyday server workloads and provides flexibility for upgrading legacy systems without overhauling infrastructure.


Use Cases

The HP 500GB 7200RPM SATA hard drive is commonly integrated into enterprise server environments requiring reliable and hot-swappable storage solutions. It is particularly suited for IT infrastructures managing moderate workloads where balancing performance and capacity is critical, such as virtualization hosts and data storage clusters in SMB and mid-sized data centers.

How It's Used:

  • Deployment in Gen1 to Gen7 HP ProLiant servers supporting mixed workload virtualization in small to medium enterprise data centers.
  • Use in rack-mounted server arrays to expand storage capacity while maintaining hot-plug capability for minimal downtime during maintenance.
  • Integration within remote office servers requiring dependable SATA-based storage to handle local data caching and backup tasks.
  • Utilization in storage clusters for SMB IT environments needing efficient data transfer and improved drive responsiveness via NCQ support.
  • Replacement or upgrade of aging SATA drives in ProLiant servers to maintain system scalability without extensive downtime.

This hard drive's design supports operational continuity by enabling quick replacement and upgrade cycles, essential in environments requiring steady throughput and resilient storage infrastructure. Its compatibility across multiple ProLiant generations aids scalability and lifecycle management in evolving IT deployments.


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GB0500EAFYL HP 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s NCQ Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive for Gen1 to Gen7 ProLiant Server
GB0500EAFYL HP 500GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s NCQ Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch Hard Drive for Gen1 to Gen7 ProLiant Server
$154.68