Name: AE227AK HP 600GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 4GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: AE227AK
Price: 118.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The AE227AK HP 600GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is a reliable storage component designed for enterprise environments. It fits into SAN and server storage arrays where speed and redundancy are key, providing quick data access and continuous operation with its dual-port and hot-pluggable features.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AE227AK

Technical Information
Capacity	600GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	64MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server,Storage Array,SAN
MTBF	1200000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in
Width	4.000 in
Depth	5.787 in
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.000 x 5.787 in
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE

Product Description
This HP hard drive offers high-speed storage performance with its 15,000 RPM spindle speed, making it suitable for demanding server environments. Commonly used in data centers and enterprise storage arrays, the drive is built to handle intensive workloads where quick read and write operations are crucial. Often found in SAN (Storage Area Network) setups, this drive benefits IT professionals and system administrators who need reliable and fast storage solutions. Its dual-port Fibre Channel interface ensures continuous data access and supports failover capabilities for added data protection. Key Features Robust 600GB storage capacity tailored for high-demand applications Dual-port design allowing simultaneous connections and improved fault tolerance Hot-pluggable to enable quick replacement without system downtime High-speed Fibre Channel interface delivering up to 4Gb/s data transfer Standard 3.5-inch size fits most enterprise storage enclosures This hard drive is typically deployed within enterprise-grade SAN environments where consistent uptime and performance are essential. It plays a critical role in ensuring data availability and responsiveness in mission-critical systems. Its design supports easy maintenance and scaling, allowing organizations to adapt their storage infrastructure as needed without disrupting operations.

Use Cases
The AE227AK HP 600GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is tailored for enterprise IT infrastructures that demand high-speed data throughput and reliable availability. It is particularly suited for data centers and storage area networks requiring robust storage solutions with minimal downtime. How It's Used: Deployed in SAN environments to support mission-critical database applications with consistent low latency. Integrated into rack-mounted server arrays in enterprise data centers to handle virtualization workloads efficiently. Used in high-availability storage clusters requiring dual-port redundancy to maintain continuous operations. Implemented in backup and archival systems where rapid data retrieval speeds are essential for disaster recovery. Employed within edge computing setups necessitating compact 3.5-inch form factor drives with hot-swapping capabilities for minimal maintenance disruption. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering fast access speeds and dual-port redundancy, ensuring scalability and resilience in demanding IT environments. Its hot-pluggable design facilitates seamless hardware maintenance, supporting continuous service availability.