Name: SP-291A-R5 NetApp 450GB 15000RPM 4Gb/s Fibre Channel 3.5-inch HDD
Brand: NetApp
SKU: SP-291A-R5
Price: 248.18 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The NetApp 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive offers fast, reliable storage ideal for enterprise environments. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via 4Gb/s Fibre Channel, making it suitable for SANs and data centers that require steady, high-speed data handling.

General Information
Brand	NetApp
Part Number	SP-291A-R5

Technical Information
Capacity	450GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	NetApp FAS series

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
The SP-291A-R5 is a robust hard drive designed for enterprise-level storage requirements. It offers high-speed performance and reliable connectivity, making it suitable for data-intensive applications. This drive is often found in SAN environments and server setups where consistent data throughput is critical. Built for IT professionals managing storage arrays and data centers, it helps maintain smooth operation of demanding workloads. The 3.5-inch form factor fits standard enterprise storage systems, making upgrades or replacements straightforward. Key Features Maintains fast data access with a 15000 RPM spindle speed Connects via a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel for stable, high-bandwidth link 16MB cache enhances read/write performance during peak operations 450GB capacity supports sizable datasets and applications Designed to fit standard 3.5-inch enterprise storage bays This hard drive is typically deployed in storage area networks and servers that require both speed and reliability. It plays a key role in ensuring data availability and performance for critical business functions.

Use Cases
The NetApp 450GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive is designed for enterprise storage arrays where consistent low-latency and high throughput are critical. It is most beneficial in environments requiring high IOPS performance such as virtualization clusters, transactional databases, and SAN infrastructures with demanding workloads. How It's Used: Supporting high-demand virtualization environments in enterprise data centers requiring rapid data access and storage reliability. Integrating into Fibre Channel SANs for transactional database systems to maintain consistent I/O performance. Deploying in rack-mounted storage clusters where dense, high-performance drives optimize space and workload efficiency. Facilitating fast data retrieval in financial services where millisecond latency impacts operational decisions. Providing storage backend for analytics platforms that require sustained throughput for real-time data processing. This drive contributes to stable and scalable storage infrastructures by delivering the speed and reliability needed for intensive workloads. Its performance characteristics aid in maintaining operational efficiency across complex enterprise storage environments.