Name: VM638AV HP 600GB 15K 6Gb/s SAS Dual Port 3.5-inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: VM638AV
Price: 213.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 600GB 15K SAS hard drive provides fast and reliable storage suitable for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It fits into a 3.5-inch bay and features dual 6Gb/s SAS ports for enhanced connectivity and redundancy, making it a practical choice for environments where uptime and data throughput matter most.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	VM638AV

Technical Information
Capacity	600GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SAS 6Gb/s
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.03 in
Width	4.00 in
Depth	5.79 in
Dimensions	1.03 x 4.00 x 5.79 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS

Product Description
This HP 600GB hard drive delivers high-performance storage designed for enterprise environments requiring quick data retrieval and reliability. It is commonly used in servers and storage arrays where continuous uptime and fast I/O are crucial. IT professionals and data center managers often rely on drives like this to balance capacity with speed. Key Features High rotational speed supports demanding workloads and reduces latency Dual-port SAS interface allows seamless failover and increased connectivity options Hot-swappable design simplifies maintenance without system downtime Standard 3.5-inch size fits into most server chassis and storage enclosures Built to withstand typical enterprise workload cycles for data centers This drive is typically found in rack-mounted servers and SAN environments where performance and availability are vital. Its robust design helps maintain smooth operation in busy data centers, supporting applications like databases and virtualization.

Use Cases
The HP 600GB 15000RPM SAS hard drive is designed for enterprise-scale storage solutions requiring high throughput and minimal latency. It is particularly suited for data centers and IT environments where fast access to large datasets is critical for applications such as databases, virtualization, and transaction processing. How It's Used: Deployed in rack-mounted storage arrays within data centers to handle intensive database read/write operations. Used by enterprise IT teams in virtualization clusters to improve VM performance and reduce I/O bottlenecks. Integrated into storage area networks (SAN) for financial institutions requiring high availability and data redundancy. Utilized in cloud service provider environments to support multi-tenant workloads with demanding storage performance needs. Implemented in remote office/server room setups where hot-pluggable drives minimize downtime during maintenance. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering rapid data access and reliability in high-demand enterprise scenarios. Its scalability and dual-port SAS interface allow for seamless integration into complex storage infrastructures, aligning with evolving business needs.