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HPE AP731B 450GB 10K 3.5in FC-4Gbps Hot-Swap HDD

MPN: AP731B·By: HP

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Product overview

The HPE AP731B is a hot-swap hard disk drive designed for enterprise storage environments. It provides 450 GB of storage capacity in a 3.5-inch large form factor. The drive operates at a spindle speed of 10,000 RPM, delivering a drive transfer rate of 400 MBps externally. It utilizes a 4Gb Fibre Channel interface with 2 x 4Gb Fibre Channel ports for dual-port connectivity. This configuration supports reliable data access in high-demand scenarios. The drive is compatible with HPE StorageWorks EVA 4400, 6400, 8400 systems, and EVA M6412A. As a hot-plug device, it fits into 1 x hot-swap bay, enabling maintenance without system downtime. Option part numbers include AP731A and AP731B, with spare part number 518734-001. This drive meets requirements for datacenter Fibre Channel storage solutions in the 450GB 10K LFF category.

  • 450 GB capacity, 3.5-inch LFF
  • 10,000 RPM spindle speed
  • 400 MBps external transfer rate
  • 4Gb Fibre Channel interface
  • 2 x 4Gb FC ports, dual-port
  • Hot-swap for EVA M6412A bays
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  • Refunds within 14 days and replacements within 30 days of delivery with an RMA (25% restocking fee on customer-initiated returns), and every part carries our Standard 30-Day Warranty - see our return policy or contact US IT Hardware.

Featuring

Manufacturer part #AP731B
BrandHP
ConditionRefurbished
ModelEVA M6412
Capacity450GB
Plug TypeHot Plug
Interfaces2 x 4Gb Fibre Channel
Device TypeHard Drive - Hot-Swap
Form Factor3.5" LFF
Designed ForHPE StorageWorks EVA 4400 6400 8400
Product LineServeRAID
Product TypeSAN Hard Drive
Hot-SwappableYes
Spindle Speed10K RPM
Compatible Bays1 x hot-swap

Performance

Drive Transfer Rate400 MBps (external)

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Dual PortYes
Interface TypeFibre Channel

Compatible systems

HP ProLiant servers and EVA StorageWorks M6412

  • HP ProLiant
    Model: DX, DL, ML, SL, BL, XL, CL series

    Compatible with wide range of HP ProLiant server models per boosthardware.com

  • HP StorageWorks EVA
    Model: M6412

    Designed for EVA M6412 per HPE support page

Best for

  • Enterprise Storage Arrays

    Supports HPE StorageWorks EVA 4400, 6400, 8400 with 450 GB capacity and 10,000 RPM spindle speed for consistent performance.

  • Fibre Channel Environments

    Equipped with 2 x 4Gb Fibre Channel interfaces and 400 MBps external transfer rate for dual-port connectivity in FC SANs.

  • Hot-Swap Datacenter Deployments

    Hot-plug design fits 1 x hot-swap bay, allowing replacement without interrupting operations in EVA M6412A systems.

  • High-Performance LFF Storage

    3.5-inch form factor with 10K RPM speed suits large-scale data storage needs in enterprise virtual arrays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the storage capacity and form factor of the HPE AP731B?

The HPE AP731B provides 450 GB capacity in a 3.5-inch large form factor. This configuration is designed for 1 x hot-swap bay in HPE StorageWorks EVA systems, supporting efficient space utilization in enterprise arrays.

What are the performance specifications of this drive?

It features a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and 400 MBps external drive transfer rate. These specs deliver reliable throughput for workloads in EVA 4400, 6400, 8400, and M6412A environments.

What interface does the AP731B use?

The drive uses a 4Gb Fibre Channel interface with 2 x 4Gb Fibre Channel ports. This dual-port setup ensures connectivity and redundancy in FC-based storage networks.

Is the HPE AP731B hot-swappable?

Yes, it is a hot-swap hard drive with hot-plug capability for 1 x hot-swap bay. This allows replacement without powering down compatible HPE EVA systems.

Which systems is the AP731B compatible with?

It is designed for HPE StorageWorks EVA 4400, 6400, 8400, and EVA M6412A. The 450 GB 10K FC specs match these enterprise virtual array platforms.

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