Key Features and Benefits of the 531294-003 Hard Drive
The 531294-003 HP Storageworks Eva Drive has several key features and benefits that make it a high-performing and reliable storage solution.
- Large Capacity: The 531294-003 drive has a capacity of 600GB, which allows for large amounts of data to be stored and easily accessible.
- High Speed Performance: With a 15K RPM spindle speed, the 531294-003 drive provides fast access times and data transfer rates, making it ideal for use in demanding applications.
- Dual Port Fibre Channel Connectivity: The drive features dual port Fibre Channel connectivity, which provides increased availability and redundancy by allowing the drive to be connected to two separate Fibre Channel host adapters. This also allows for greater flexibility in storage configurations and easier maintenance.
- Hot Swap Capability: The drive features hot swap capability, which enables it to be replaced while the system is still running, without disrupting operations. This makes maintenance and upgrades much easier and less time-consuming.
- Improved Reliability: The high spindle speed of the 531294-003 drive helps to reduce wear and tear on the drive components, improving reliability and reducing the risk of failure.
- Compatible with HP Storageworks Eva Storage Systems: The drive is specifically designed for use with HP Storageworks Eva Storage Systems, providing a seamless integration and compatibility with these systems.
- 3.5 Inch Form Factor: The 531294-003 drive has a 3.5 inch form factor, which makes it easy to install and compatible with a wide range of storage systems.
- Robust Data Protection: The drive includes advanced data protection features, such as error correction code (ECC) and cyclic redundancy check (CRC), to help ensure the integrity of stored data.
Dual Port Fibre Channel Connectivity
Dual Port Fibre Channel Connectivity is a feature of the 531294-003 HP Storageworks Eva Drive that provides increased availability and redundancy for storage systems.
In a traditional single-port Fibre Channel configuration, the drive is connected to a single Fibre Channel host adapter, which provides the connection between the drive and the host computer. In the event of a failure in the host adapter or the connection, the drive and its data will become unavailable.
With dual port Fibre Channel connectivity, the drive is connected to two separate Fibre Channel host adapters, providing an additional level of redundancy. If one of the connections fails, the other connection will continue to provide access to the drive and its data, ensuring that the drive remains available even in the event of a failure.
This increased availability and redundancy provided by dual port Fibre Channel connectivity helps to ensure the reliability and continuity of storage operations, and is particularly important in mission-critical environments where downtime must be minimized.
In addition to increased availability, dual port Fibre Channel connectivity also provides greater flexibility in storage configurations, as the drive can be connected to multiple host adapters in different locations. This can provide improved performance and balance the load on multiple host adapters.
Hot Swap Capability for Easy Maintenance
Hot Swap capability is a feature of the 531294-003 HP Storageworks Eva Drive that allows for easy and convenient maintenance of storage systems.
Hot Swap refers to the ability of a drive to be replaced without shutting down the system or disrupting operations. In traditional storage systems, replacing a drive often requires shutting down the system, which can result in downtime and lost productivity.
With Hot Swap capability, the 531294-003 drive can be removed and replaced while the system is still running, allowing maintenance and upgrades to be performed without any disruption to operations. This can save significant time and resources compared to traditional storage systems.
In addition to the convenience of Hot Swap, the feature also enhances the reliability of storage systems by allowing for easier and quicker replacement of failed drives. This helps to minimize downtime and ensure the continuity of operations.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HP
- MPN: 531294-003
- Product Name : Hard Drive
Technical Information
- Capacity : 600 GB
- Interface : fc-al
- Drive dimensions : 3.5 Inch
- Spindle speed : 15000 RPM
About Refurbished Products
A network option that offers reliability and affordability is always a priority when it comes to data centers and related areas. This is what a fibre channel HDD offers. The technology of fibre channels has evolved greatly in speed, power consumption, and security.
The high-speed technology of fibre channels enables faster transmission of data across various devices. Users can employ these drives in data centers, switches, computer servers, and more. For users who wish to overcome the various shortcomings of the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI), here's the best option.
They are reliable and scalable options suited for transferring or sharing data between servers and other interconnected storage controllers. Fibre channel HDD is the best fit for high-performance computing environments. Their suitability in transferring data under the influence of nonvolatile expression makes them more reliable.
The designs and configurations of fibre channels enable the optimization of data paths. They also ensure that there's no need for specialized configuration skills before installation.
Fibre Channel – The Highly Reliable Storage Option
A fibre channel HDD runs on a protocol that's almost lossless. When data is sent through fibre channel, such data has to be received in a specific order. Fibre channel hard drives are different from some other types of hard drives that drop frame orders, which are determined by switches. These hard drives allow users to store and retrieve large amounts of data, thanks to their improved interface and enhanced transfer rates
Furthermore, fibre channel HDD delivers significantly more Input-Output operation per second than several other hard disk drive types. The IOPS increases the latency of response from the fibre channel disk. For example, the 600GB-10K RPM fibre channel drive will deliver an IOPS that's much greater than a SATA 7.2K drive. This occurs if they have an equal latency penalty.
There is a wide range of options to choose from, including the 1TB-7.2K RPM fibre channel and smaller options like the 73GB-15K RPM drive. The fibre channel HDDs offered at AllHDD come with the highest reliability rating in the market. Not only that, but there are drives that also run at up to 15000 rpm and have great storage capacity, so make sure you check our 600GB-15K RPM Drives category. Even at that rate, they are generally quiet, and they generate less heat.
Many models feature sophisticated technologies that help them reduce power usage dynamically. This way, they help users potentially save overall costs while supplying improved capabilities. Despite coming with improved technologies and performance, they use less power than their counterparts. Thus, durability is assured.
The durability is not only the result of low power usage. The fibre channel drives are also constructed with the best quality materials. This further increases their durability ratings. Users can use them for longer periods of time than most other hard drive types. Fibre channel HDD is one of the best drives users can get at the moment. Their disks load data several times faster than the regular hard drives.
Some fibre channel models come with high-grade self-encrypting technology. This technology allows the drive to encrypt and decrypt data without the need for any encryption software. They generate unique, symmetric, and randomized data, which stores in the drive itself.
The fibre channel HDD provides users with manageable tiered storage solutions. These solutions are highly reliable, and they do not compromise performance. They are highly cost-effective, and they help users' systems to be able to handle increased performance.
Their durability helps them to remain useful for longer periods. Fibre channel hard disk drives are backed by several hours of intensive testing and qualification programs. This helps users to maximize their server response times and power more operations within a few seconds.
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