Description
Noise and vibration control for quiet operation
Noise and vibration control is an important aspect of hard drive design and engineering, especially for enterprise-class storage solutions like the AP751B HP 600GB hard drive. Hard drives have moving parts that rotate at high speeds and generate vibrations that can cause audible noise and even affect the performance and reliability of the drive.
To address this issue, manufacturers incorporate various noise and vibration control features into their hard drives. These may include specialized motors and bearings, shock-absorbing materials, and advanced firmware that regulates the rotational speed and reduces vibration.
The AP751B HP 600GB hard drive may also feature noise and vibration control technologies such as fluid dynamic bearing motors, which are designed to reduce friction and vibration, and enhanced firmware that adjusts the rotational speed and power consumption based on the workload and ambient temperature. These technologies help to minimize noise and vibration levels and ensure that the drive operates quietly and smoothly.
Reducing noise and vibration also has other benefits such as prolonging the lifespan of the hard drive by reducing wear and tear on the moving parts, improving the overall system performance by minimizing the impact of vibration on other components, and enhancing the user experience by creating a more comfortable and less distracting working environment.
15K RPM spindle speed for fast data access
The AP751B HP 600GB hard drive features a spindle speed of 15,000 revolutions per minute (RPM), which is significantly faster than the typical 7,200 RPM found in most consumer-grade hard drives. This high spindle speed enables the drive to access data quickly and efficiently, making it ideal for use in enterprise-level applications where performance and reliability are critical.
The faster spindle speed means that the drive’s read/write heads can access data more quickly, resulting in faster data transfer rates and reduced access times. This is especially important for applications that require frequent read/write operations, such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing.
In addition, the high spindle speed also allows the drive to handle more concurrent read/write operations, making it more suitable for multi-user environments and applications that require high levels of concurrency.
However, it’s worth noting that faster spindle speeds can also result in increased noise and vibration levels, as well as higher power consumption and heat generation. This is why hard drive manufacturers often incorporate specialized noise and vibration control technologies, as well as power-saving features, to mitigate these issues and ensure the drive operates reliably and efficiently.
3.5 inch form factor for compatibility
AP751B HP 600GB hard drive has a 3.5 inch form factor, which is a standard size for many internal hard drives. This form factor is widely used in desktop computers, workstations, servers, and other computing systems, making the AP751B HP 600GB hard drive compatible with a wide range of devices and systems.
The 3.5 inch form factor is larger than the 2.5 inch form factor commonly found in laptops and other mobile devices. This larger size allows the AP751B HP 600GB hard drive to offer a larger storage capacity, as well as faster spindle speeds and higher performance levels.
Additionally, the 3.5 inch form factor also enables the AP751B HP 600GB hard drive to accommodate additional features and technologies, such as advanced noise and vibration control, multiple platters, and higher cache sizes.
The use of a standard form factor also makes it easier to upgrade or replace the hard drive in existing systems, as there are many other 3.5 inch hard drives available on the market. This compatibility helps to ensure that the AP751B HP 600GB hard drive is a flexible and versatile storage solution that can meet the needs of a wide range of applications and use cases.
General Information about the HPE AP751B
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Model Number or SKU# AP751B
- Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
- Interface Type: Fibre Channel
Technical Information
- Capacity: 600GB
- Spindle Speed: 15000RPM
- External Data Transfer Rate: 2/4 GBPS
- Features: Dual Port
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility Information
- HP StorageWorks M5314C Fibre Channel Drive Enclosure
- HP StorageWorks EVA 4000 Series:Enterprise Virtual Array 4000 and Enterprise Virtual Array 4100
- HP StorageWorks EVA 6000 Series:Enterprise Virtual Array 6000 and Enterprise Virtual Array 6100 Model 2C4D
- HP StorageWorks EVA 8000 Series:Enterprise Virtual Array 8000 and Enterprise Virtual Array 8100
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