Name: FX500AV HP 300GB 10K RPM SATA 6Gb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive with IcePack
Brand: HP
SKU: FX500AV
Price: 104.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The FX500AV HP 300GB hard drive combines fast 10,000 RPM performance and a 6GB/s SATA interface to handle demanding data tasks. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and is commonly used in servers and storage systems where both speed and durability are required. The integrated IcePack heatsink helps keep temperatures down during sustained use, contributing to overall reliability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	FX500AV

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SATA III (6 Gb/s), 3.5-inch
Cache	32MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	HP ProLiant servers, Workstations, Desktops
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.00
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.787
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The FX500AV HP 300GB hard drive is built for environments requiring dependable and speedy storage solutions. It is commonly used in servers and high-performance workstations where quick data retrieval is essential. IT professionals and system administrators often find this drive beneficial for balancing capacity, speed, and reliability. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency and boosts read/write operations 32MB cache assists in managing data flow efficiently IcePack heatsink helps prevent overheating during intensive workloads SATA 6GB/s interface supports rapid data transfer rates 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server bays This hard drive is typically installed in data centers, enterprise servers, and storage arrays where consistent performance is necessary. Its heat management ensures long-term stability, making it suitable for continuous operation in demanding setups.

Use Cases
The FX500AV HP 300GB 10,000 RPM SATA hard drive is tailored for environments requiring high-performance storage with reliable thermal management. It is particularly suited for server rooms and data centers running critical applications that demand consistent data throughput and durability under continuous operation. How It's Used: Deployment in virtualization environments to support multiple virtual machines with fast storage access. Integration into enterprise storage clusters where sustained I/O performance is essential. Use in SMB network-attached storage (NAS) systems requiring balanced speed and reliability. Implementation in rack-mounted servers handling transactional databases or real-time analytics workloads. Support for edge computing nodes where controlled operating temperatures are crucial for hardware longevity. By maintaining optimal operating temperatures through its IcePack heatsink and delivering consistent high-speed data access, this drive helps ensure operational stability and scalability within demanding IT infrastructures. Its design facilitates efficient storage management in environments where performance and reliability intersect.