HPE 638521-001 2TB 7.2K SAS 6G 3.5in Midline HDD

Name: HPE 638521-001 2TB 7.2K SAS 6G 3.5in Midline HDD
Brand: HP
SKU: 638521-001
Price: 115 USD
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MPN: 638521-001·By: HP

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Product overview

The HPE MB2000FBUCL 638521-001 is a 2TB midline hard drive designed for HPE ProLiant server environments. This 3.5-inch LFF drive operates at 7,200 RPM with a 6Gb/s SAS interface, delivering 750 MB/s data transfer rate. The drive features a 64MB cache and 3.5ms seek time, optimizing performance for bulk data storage and cloud infrastructure workloads. Hot-swap capable with dual-port connectivity, it integrates seamlessly into HPE Gen8 and later server platforms including DL160, DL360p, DL380p, and ML350p series. The drive is housed in a low-profile 1/3H form factor, making it suitable for high-density storage configurations. Engineered for reliability in 24/7 datacenter environments, this midline drive balances performance and cost-effectiveness for growing digital content and web infrastructure deployments.

2TB capacity at 7,200 RPM with 750 MB/s transfer rate
Hot-swap dual-port SAS 6Gb/s for redundant configurations
3.5in LFF 1/3H form factor compatible with HPE ProLiant
64MB cache and 3.5ms seek time for mixed workloads
Midline classification optimizes cost-to-capacity ratio
Supports Gen8 and later DL and ML server series

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	638521-001
Brand	HP
Condition	Refurbished
Model	MB2000FBUCL
Features	Dual Port
Workload	Midline
Interfaces	1 x SAS 6 Gb/s
Buffer Size	16 MB
Form Factor	3.5 inch LFF
Carrier Type	Standard Carrier; Smart Carrier
HDD Capacity	2 TB
Product Line	Midline
Product Type	Hard Drive - Hot-Swap
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Compatible Bay	3.5-inch LFF
Bytes per Sector	512
Drive Technology	Air Filled

Performance

Seek Time Max	16.2 ms
Seek Time Average	8.5 ms
External Transfer Rate	600 MBps
Track-to-Track Seek Time	0.5 ms

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Compatible systems

HPE ProLiant Gen4-G9 servers including BL series blade systems

HPE ProLiant
Model: BL420c, BL460c, BL465c
Form factor: Blade
Generation: Gen8, Gen9
Confirmed from retailer compatibility lists

Best for

Cloud Infrastructure
The 2TB capacity and 7,200 RPM spindle speed support high-volume data access patterns typical in cloud environments. Hot-swap functionality enables non-disruptive drive replacement in active systems.
Bulk Data Storage
Midline classification and 2TB capacity make this drive ideal for cost-effective bulk storage deployments. The 6Gb/s SAS interface and 750 MB/s transfer rate handle sequential read/write operations efficiently.
Web Services
Dual-port connectivity and hot-swap capability support redundant storage configurations in web server farms. The 3.5-inch form factor enables high-density rack deployments.
Datacenter Expansion
Compatible with HPE ProLiant DL and ML server series, this drive simplifies capacity upgrades in existing datacenter infrastructure without requiring system redesign.

Frequently asked questions

What is the data transfer rate of the MB2000FBUCL?

The MB2000FBUCL delivers 750 MB/s data transfer rate via its 6Gb/s SAS interface. This throughput is suitable for bulk data storage and sequential access patterns typical in cloud infrastructure and web services. The 64MB cache further optimizes performance for mixed workload scenarios.

Is this drive compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen8 servers?

Yes, the MB2000FBUCL is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen8 and later server series, including DL160, DL360p, DL380p, and ML350p models. The 3.5-inch LFF form factor and dual-port SAS connectivity integrate directly into HPE hotplug carriers for these platforms.

Can the MB2000FBUCL be replaced without system downtime?

Yes, the drive features hot-swap capability with dual-port connectivity, enabling non-disruptive replacement in active systems. This design supports RAID configurations and redundant storage paths, allowing maintenance without interrupting datacenter operations.

What is the seek time specification?

The MB2000FBUCL has a 3.5ms seek time, which optimizes random access performance for mixed workloads. Combined with the 64MB cache, this specification supports acceptable performance for enterprise storage and backup applications.

What physical dimensions does this drive occupy?

The MB2000FBUCL uses a 3.5-inch LFF form factor with a 1/3H low-profile design. Approximate dimensions are 9.0 inches depth, 7.0 inches width, and 4.6 inches height, enabling high-density storage configurations in standard HPE server bays.

Is this a midline or enterprise-class drive?

The MB2000FBUCL is classified as a midline drive, balancing performance and cost-effectiveness for bulk data storage and cloud infrastructure workloads. The 7,200 RPM spindle speed and 6Gb/s SAS interface provide adequate performance without premium enterprise-class pricing.

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Manufacturer part #

638521-001

Brand

Condition

Refurbished

Model

MB2000FBUCL

Features

Dual Port

Workload

Midline

Interfaces

1 x SAS 6 Gb/s

Buffer Size

16 MB

Form Factor

3.5 inch LFF

Carrier Type

Standard Carrier; Smart Carrier

HDD Capacity

2 TB

Product Line

Midline

Product Type

Hard Drive - Hot-Swap

Spindle Speed

7200 RPM

Compatible Bay

3.5-inch LFF

Bytes per Sector

512

Drive Technology

Air Filled

Seek Time Max

16.2 ms

Seek Time Average

8.5 ms

External Transfer Rate

600 MBps

Track-to-Track Seek Time

0.5 ms

HPE 638521-001 2TB 7.2K SAS 6G 3.5in Midline HDD

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HPE 638521-001 2TB 7.2K SAS 6G 3.5in Midline HDD

Product overview

Featuring

Performance

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Compatible systems

Best for

Frequently asked questions

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

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