Name: ST973401SS-3 Sun Seagate Savvio 10K.1 73.4GB 10000 RPM SAS 3Gb/s 2.5-Inch Server Hard Drive
Brand: Sun
SKU: ST973401SS-3
Price: 106.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The ST973401SS-3 Sun 73GB SAS 10000 2.5" 8MB Hard Drive is a storage device designed for professional server use, combining fast rotational speed with a compact design. It fits well in environments that demand consistent and efficient data access, such as enterprise storage solutions and servers that require reliable performance under constant operation.

General Information
Brand	Sun
Part Number	ST973401SS-3

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS

Physical Characteristics
Height	15 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.2 mm
Dimensions	15 mm x 69.85 mm x 100.2 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE

Product Description
This 73GB SAS hard drive is commonly used in enterprise servers and storage arrays where reliable, fast data access is critical. Built for environments that require stable performance, it handles demanding workloads with its 10,000 RPM spindle speed and robust SAS protocol. IT professionals often find it useful in multi-drive configurations where space is limited but speed cannot be compromised. Key Features High spindle speed enables quicker data retrieval and processing Compact 2.5-inch size fits in dense storage systems SAS interface offers better error correction and speed over SATA 8MB cache helps smooth out bursts of intense data activity Designed for continuous operation in server environments These drives are frequently deployed in data centers, network attached storage (NAS), or high-performance computing setups. They play a crucial role in maintaining system responsiveness and data integrity under load, making them dependable parts of critical IT infrastructure.

Use Cases
The ST973401SS-3 Sun 73GB SAS 10000 2.5" 8MB Hard Drive is typically utilized in enterprise server environments requiring high-speed, reliable storage with a compact footprint. It is ideal for IT professionals managing data centers or virtualization platforms where consistent performance and durable operation under heavy workloads are critical. How It's Used: Integrated into rack-mounted servers within data centers to support high-transaction database applications. Deployed in virtualization hosts to provide fast access to multiple virtual machine storage volumes. Used in enterprise storage clusters where small form factor drives enable dense storage arrays. Installed in remote office servers needing dependable, high-speed SAS drives for local data access. Employed in mid-sized business IT infrastructures to handle mixed workloads with performance demands. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent data throughput in demanding environments, enabling scalability through compact deployment, and maintaining performance in continuous server operations.