HP 518022-002 146GB 6Gb/s SAS 15000 2.5-in Hard Drive

Description

The HP 518022-002 is a high-performance 146GB enterprise-class Hard Disk Drive (HDD) featuring a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) 6Gb/s interface. With an exceptionally fast rotational speed of 15000 RPM, this drive is engineered to deliver rapid data access and high throughput, making it suitable for the most demanding enterprise applications where speed and responsiveness are paramount. The 15000 RPM speed significantly reduces seek times and latency compared to lower-speed drives. This 2.5-inch form factor drive is designed for installation in HP ProLiant servers and other enterprise storage solutions that support small form factor SAS drives. Its robust construction is built for 24/7 operation in mission-critical environments, ensuring reliability and consistent performance. The SAS 6Gb/s interface provides a stable and efficient connection, capable of handling the high I/O demands of applications like transaction processing, high-performance databases, and virtualization. As a hot-swappable drive, the 518022-002 can be removed and replaced without shutting down the server, contributing to maximum system uptime and simplifying maintenance procedures. While its capacity is lower than modern drives, its primary value lies in its speed and reliability for specific high-performance use cases where latency is a critical factor. This drive is an excellent choice for applications that prioritize IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) and fast data access over sheer storage volume.

Condition: Refurbished