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HPE AW556B 2TB 7.2K-RPM SAS 3Gb/s LFF 3.5 HDD

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The HPE AW556B (Spare Part: 601713-001) is a genuine 2TB SATA Midline hard drive built specifically for HPE P2000 G3 MSA storage environments where cost-per-gigabyte and dependable performance are essential. Spinning at 7,200 RPM with a 32MB cache buffer, it's engineered to support data storage, backup, and mid-range workload applications with a balanced approach to speed and economy. The 3Gb/s SATA interface provides a stable, high-throughput connection with a data transfer rate of 300 MBps, which is exactly what P2000 G3 MSA arrays and ProLiant servers are built around.
What sets this drive apart is its Midline (MDL) design optimized for external storage, backups, and archival applications with workloads of 40% or less. The drive features a dual-port SATA interface for built-in redundancy and comes with an MSA-specific carrier pre-attached, making it ready for hot-plug installation in compatible P2000 G3 systems. The 32MB cache enhances read/write efficiency for demanding enterprise workloads.
Because this is a genuine HPE component rather than a generic or rebadged drive, it carries original HPE firmware and a genuine HPE serial number. That matters when you're replacing a drive in a live MSA storage array — mismatched or unverified parts can cause RAID rebuild failures or degraded performance.
This HPE AW556B 2TB SATA hard drive is built specifically for HPE P2000 G3 MSA storage architecture with an MSA-specific carrier that is different from standard ProLiant drives. It is designed for the following HPE storage systems and servers. Before ordering, it's worth double-checking your exact array model and backplane revision.
HPE P2000 G3 MSA Storage Arrays:
HPE ProLiant Servers:
Compatibility Notes:
When you're sourcing a replacement drive for an active MSA storage array, the difference between a genuine part and an unverified clone shows up the first time you need to rebuild a RAID set. The HPE AW556B is HPE-manufactured with a 32MB cache buffer, dual-port SATA connectivity, a genuine HPE serial number, and an MSA carrier included. This means it carries the firmware and mechanical tolerances your MSA controller already expects — no compatibility guesswork, no risk of a failed rebuild because of a mismatched drive. Here's what makes this HPE AW556B 2TB SATA hard drive worth choosing over a cheaper, unverified alternative:
This HPE AW556B 2TB SATA hard drive fits teams maintaining P2000 G3 MSA storage and ProLiant server infrastructure who need dependable, high-capacity storage without downtime. Common deployment scenarios include:
We are a trusted provider of genuine enterprise storage solutions including the HPE AW556B 2TB SATA hard drive, with a focus on quality, compatibility, and customer satisfaction.
You get a genuine HPE MSA-optimized drive with the correct carrier your P2000 G3 array requires. Generic drives cause array dropouts — we back ours with a 90-day warranty and free compatibility check.
Yes, it's fully validated for P2000 G3 MSA storage arrays and ProLiant DX/DL/ML/SL/BL/XL/CL series servers. Our free compatibility check confirms your exact system model before you order.
We stand behind every drive. Our 24/7 support team is ready to help, and our 90-day warranty covers free returns and replacements with no questions asked — your investment is fully protected.