Name: FX523AV HP 450GB 15000RPM SAS 3GB/s Hot-Pluggable Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: FX523AV
Price: 126.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 450GB 15000RPM SAS hard drive offers high-performance storage designed for enterprise servers and data centers. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and provides fast, reliable data access through its dual-port SAS interface, supporting hot-swappable operation to keep systems running smoothly during maintenance or upgrades.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	FX523AV

Technical Information
Capacity	450GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SAS 3Gb/s
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Storage Arrays
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.0
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
This HP 450GB hard drive is built for enterprise environments where speed and reliability matter. It uses a 15,000 RPM spindle speed to provide quick read and write performance, which is essential in data centers and servers handling intensive workloads. The dual-port SAS interface allows for continued operation even if one connection fails, making it suitable for critical applications. Frequently found in storage arrays and server racks, this drive supports hot-swapping, meaning it can be replaced without shutting down the system. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from this feature to maintain uptime and manage storage efficiently. Key Features High-speed 15,000 RPM reduces latency in data operations Dual-port SAS interface enables redundancy and increased throughput Hot-pluggable design simplifies drive replacement and upgrades 450GB capacity balances performance and storage volume for enterprise use 3.5-inch size fits into standard server bays and arrays This hard drive is often deployed in enterprise servers, RAID configurations, and storage solutions where fast, reliable access to data is critical. Its durability and design help reduce downtime and simplify maintenance in demanding IT environments.

Use Cases
The HP 450GB 15000RPM SAS hard drive is primarily deployed in enterprise-grade server environments where high-speed data processing and reliability are critical. It is well-suited for data centers and IT operations demanding rapid access to transactional and operational datasets in multi-user or high-availability configurations. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization clusters in enterprise data centers requiring low latency storage for multiple virtual machines. Deploying in high-frequency trading platforms where quick data retrieval and fault tolerance are essential. Integrating into storage arrays for mission-critical database servers in financial or healthcare institutions. Utilizing in rack-mounted server systems within colocation facilities that demand hot-swappable components to minimize downtime. Implementing in remote office/server room environments that require scalable storage solutions with reliable dual-port SAS connectivity. This hard drive’s robust performance and hot-pluggable design facilitate seamless maintenance and scalability in complex IT infrastructures. It enhances operational efficiency by enabling quick data access and reliable system uptime within demanding enterprise and data center workflows.