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HP GC557A 250GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s non Hot-Plug 3.5-inch Hard Drive
- Capacity: 250GB
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Interface: SATA 3Gb/s (SATA II)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
- Type: Non Hot-Plug
- Manufacturer: HP
- Drive Type: HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
- Application: General server storage
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 250GB
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Interface
- SATA 3Gb/s
- Rotational Speed
- 7200 RPM
- Hot-Plug Support
- No
- Drive Type
- HDD
Product details
The HP GC557A is a 250GB 3.5-inch SATA hard drive with a rotational speed of 7200RPM and a 3Gb/s interface. It is a non-hot-plug drive intended for standard server installations.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 250GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA 3Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Hot-Plug Support | No |
| Drive Type | HDD |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Part Number | GC557A |
Description
The HP GC557A is a 3.5-inch internal hard disk drive offering a storage capacity of 250GB. It utilizes the SATA 3Gb/s interface, commonly referred to as SATA II, providing adequate data transfer speeds for a variety of server applications. The drive operates at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, which is a standard for performance and capacity in enterprise hard drives of its generation. This drive is classified as non-hot-plug, meaning it is designed for installation or removal only when the server or system is powered down. This characteristic is typical for drives not intended for environments requiring continuous uptime and hot-swappable capabilities, making it suitable for less critical storage roles or systems where scheduled maintenance windows are available. With its 250GB capacity and 7200RPM speed, the GC557A is a practical choice for general-purpose storage needs within servers. This can include hosting operating systems, storing application data, or serving as a repository for less frequently accessed files. Its reliability and performance are geared towards standard server operations where consistent data access is required.
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