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HP A6487-63001 73GB 10000RPM FC 2GB/s Hot-Swap Dual Port 3.5-inch Hard Drive
- Capacity: 73GB
- Rotational Speed: 10,000 RPM
- Interface: Fibre Channel (FC)
- Data Transfer Rate: 2Gb/s
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Hot-Swap Capability
- Dual Port Design
- High performance and reliability
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Product Overview
The HP A6487-63001 is a 73GB 10,000RPM Fibre Channel hard drive designed for high-performance enterprise storage solutions. It features a 3.5-inch form factor, hot-swap capability, and dual-port connectivity for enhanced reliability and data access. This drive is suitable for demanding server and storage array applications requiring fast and dependable storage.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 73GB |
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Interface | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Data Rate | 2 Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Hot-Swap | Yes |
| Port Configuration | Dual Port |
| Manufacturer | HP |
Product Description
The HP A6487-63001 is a high-performance 3.5-inch hard drive engineered for enterprise-level storage systems that demand speed, reliability, and high availability. With a storage capacity of 73GB, this drive is optimized for applications where rapid data access and processing are critical, rather than sheer volume. The drive operates at a rotational speed of 10,000 RPM, which significantly reduces seek times and improves overall read/write performance compared to slower drives, making it suitable for transaction-intensive workloads and mission-critical applications. Connectivity is provided via a Fibre Channel (FC) interface, supporting a data transfer rate of 2Gb/s. Fibre Channel is a high-speed networking technology primarily used for storage area networks (SANs), known for its reliability, low latency, and efficient data transfer. The dual-port design is a key feature for enterprise environments, enabling redundant paths to the storage device. This redundancy ensures continuous data access even if one path or port fails, which is crucial for maintaining uptime in critical server and storage array configurations. Furthermore, the drive incorporates hot-swap capabilities, allowing it to be inserted or removed from a server or storage enclosure without powering down the system. This feature minimizes downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or drive replacements, further enhancing the availability and manageability of the storage infrastructure. The combination of high rotational speed, Fibre Channel interface, dual ports, and hot-swap functionality makes the HP A6487-63001 a robust component for demanding enterprise storage solutions.
