Description
Key Features of the AW555A Hard Drive
The AW555A HP 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS-6GBPS LFF Midline Hard Drive is designed to deliver reliable, high-capacity storage for enterprise-level data centers. The following are some of the key features of this hard drive:
- Capacity: With a storage capacity of 2TB, the AW555A Hard Drive offers ample space for storing large amounts of data.
- Performance: The 7.2K RPM spindle speed of the hard drive provides fast read and write performance, making it ideal for applications that require quick data access. Additionally, the SAS-6GBps interface of the drive ensures high-speed data transfers.
- Reliability: The AW555A Hard Drive is designed with advanced error correction and reliability features to ensure the safe storage of your data. It also features an MTBF (mean time between failures) rating of over 1 million hours, making it a highly reliable storage solution.
- Large Form Factor: The LFF design of the AW555A Hard Drive makes it ideal for use in large enterprise-level data centers, as it provides ample storage capacity in a compact form factor.
- SAS Interface: The SAS-6GBps interface of the hard drive provides fast and reliable data transfers, making it ideal for demanding enterprise-level storage applications.
- Energy Efficient: The AW555A Hard Drive is designed to be energy-efficient, helping to reduce the power consumption and running costs of your data center.
- Easy Integration: The hard drive is compatible with a wide range of systems, making it easy to integrate into your existing data center infrastructure.
7.2K RPM Spindle Speed
The spindle speed of a hard drive refers to the speed at which the disks inside the drive rotate. In the case of the AW555A HP 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS-6GBPS LFF Midline Hard Drive, the spindle speed is 7,200 RPM (Revolutions Per Minute).
The spindle speed of a hard drive has a direct impact on its performance, with higher spindle speeds generally resulting in faster data access times. In the case of the AW555A Hard Drive, the 7.2K RPM spindle speed provides fast read and write performance, making it ideal for applications that require quick data access.
However, it’s worth noting that higher spindle speeds also result in higher power consumption and generate more heat, which can have a negative impact on the reliability and longevity of the drive. This is why it’s important to choose a hard drive with the appropriate spindle speed for your specific application.
Large Form Factor (LFF) Design
The Large Form Factor (LFF) design of the AW555A HP 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS-6GBPS LFF Midline Hard Drive refers to the size of the drive and its form factor. The LFF design is also known as a 3.5-inch form factor, and it is larger than the smaller 2.5-inch form factor that is commonly used in laptop hard drives.
The LFF design of the AW555A Hard Drive provides several benefits, including:
- Increased Capacity: The larger size of the drive allows for more disk platters, which translates to higher storage capacities. In the case of the AW555A Hard Drive, it offers a storage capacity of 2TB.
- Improved Reliability: The larger size of the drive provides more space for the disk platters, actuator arms, and other components, which can help improve reliability and increase the lifespan of the drive.
- Better Cooling: The larger size of the drive provides more space for the cooling mechanisms, which can help keep the drive running cooler and prevent overheating.
- Easy Integration: LFF drives are widely used in enterprise-level data centers, making it easy to integrate the AW555A Hard Drive into your existing infrastructure.
Product Information
- Manufacturer Name: HP
- MPN: AW555A
- Type: Hard Drive – Hot-Swap
- HDD Type: SAS 6GBPS
- Spare Part Number: 605475-001
- Seagate Model Number: ST2000NM0001
- Assembly Part Number: 604091-001
- SKU: AW555A
Technical Information
- Capacity: 2TB
- Form Factor: 3.5 Inch LFF
- Interface: SAS-6GBPS
- Drive Transfer Rate: 600 MBPS (External)
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 1 x SAS 6GBPS
- Compatible Bay: 3.5 Inch
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 4 Inch
- Depth: 5.8 Inch
- Height: 1 Inch
- Weight: 1.52 LBS
Compatibility
- HP Modular Smart Array 2040 10Gb iSCSI Dual Controller SFF Bundle, 2040 FC Dual Controller SFF Bundle, 2040 LFF Chassis, 2040 LFF DC-power Chassis, 2040 LFF Disk Enclosure, 2040 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage, 2040 SAS Dual Controller SFF Bundle, P2000 3.5-in Drive Bay Chassis, P2000 DC-power LFF Chassis, P2000 Dual I/O LFF Drive Enclosure, P2000 G3 10GbE iSCSI Dual Controller LFF Array System, P2000 G3 FC Dual Controller LFF Modular Smart Array System, P2000 G3 FC/iSCSI Dual Combo Controller LFF Array System, P2000 G3 iSCSI Dual Controller LFF Array System, P2000 G3 SAS Dual Controller LFF Array, P2000 G3 SAS Dual Controller LFF Array System, P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller LFF Array System
- HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array P2000 3.5-in Drive Bay Chassis, P2000 DC-power LFF Chassis, P2000 Dual I/O LFF Drive Enclosure, P2000 G3 10GbE iSCSI MSA Dual Controller LFF Array, P2000 G3 FC Dual Controller LFF Array, P2000 G3 FC/iSCSI Dual Combo Controller LFF Array, P2000 G3 iSCSI MSA Dual Controller LFF Array, P2000 G3 MSA FC Dual Controller LFF Modular Smart Array System
