Name: ST373405FC-2 Seagate Cheetah 73LP 73.4GB 10000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gbps 4MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ST373405FC-2
Price: 429.37 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate Cheetah 73LP offers a balance of speed and reliability designed for enterprise storage environments. It fits into 3.5-inch bays and connects via Fibre Channel, making it suitable for servers and storage arrays that need consistent high-speed data access without compromise.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	ST373405FC-2

Technical Information
Capacity	73.4GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel (2 Gbps)
Cache	4MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise Storage,Storage Area Network (SAN)
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in (26.1 mm)
Width	4.0 in (101.6 mm)
Depth	5.787 in (147 mm)
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787 in (26.1 x 101.6 x 147 mm)
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

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

Product Description
The Seagate Cheetah 73LP is a high-performance hard drive built for enterprise storage systems that require quick access to data and reliable throughput. Designed with a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a 2Gbps Fibre Channel interface, it facilitates rapid data transfers in server environments. Often found in data centers and storage arrays, this 3.5-inch drive suits IT professionals and organizations needing fast, dependable disk solutions for mission-critical applications. Its moderate 73.4GB capacity focuses on speed and responsiveness rather than bulk storage. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency and improves response time 4MB cache assists in smoothing out data bursts Fibre Channel connection supports sustained high throughput Designed for 3.5-inch drive bays in enterprise setups Optimized for environments demanding quick, reliable access This drive typically serves in SANs or RAID arrays where performance consistency is vital. It helps maintain system responsiveness and supports heavy workloads without bottlenecks, making it a practical choice for businesses managing critical databases or transaction-heavy systems.

Use Cases
The Seagate Cheetah 73LP 73.4GB Fibre Channel hard drive is designed for high-demand enterprise storage systems where fast and reliable data access is critical. It is especially suited for data centers and server environments requiring robust performance and low latency under heavy workloads. How It's Used: High-performance storage arrays in enterprise data centers managing transactional databases. Virtualization hosts where consistent low-latency access improves VM responsiveness. Rack-mounted servers in financial institutions processing real-time analytics. Backup and recovery systems within large-scale storage clusters demanding fast data throughput. Video editing workstations requiring rapid read/write speeds for large file handling. By delivering steady Fibre Channel connectivity with rapid spindle speeds and cache optimization, this drive supports operational efficiency and scalability in demanding IT infrastructures. It enables data-intensive environments to maintain performance consistency and handle heavy input/output operations effectively.