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— · STORAGE_HDD · 3.5_SATA_HDD
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
SAS backplane supports SATA, not vice versa NL-SAS = SAS protocol at nearline (7.2K) speed — NOT SATA
Gen8 LFF tray ≠ Gen10 tray — different screw holes
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The HP 72GB 10K SP 2.5 HOTSWAP HDD is a the manufacturer hard disk drive designed for enterprise environments demanding consistent performance and data integrity. Key specifications include end_item_identification: PC-RVR, part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agency: SERVER HARD DRIVE. The unit ships in a SFF form factor suitable for standard rack-mount installations.

This product is currently in active production with full OEM support. This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-571-4396, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains.

Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels. Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
STORAGE_HDD→ 3.5_SATA_HDD→ SFF BAY→ 218896
NSN: 7025-01-571-4396
FSC: 7025
CAGE: 63653 — VAISALA INC. (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
end_item_identificationPC-RVR
part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agencySERVER HARD DRIVE
NSN7025-01-571-4396
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
RELEASE LATCH 72GB NL-SAS 10K RPM 218896 OEM NL-SAS INTERFACE INTERPOSER SAS drive in SATA tray? Check board compatibility 3.5" (101.6 x 146mm) LFF 3.5" DRIVE | 72GB | NL-SAS 10K RPM NL-SAS uses SAS protocol at 7.2K RPM | SAS backplane supports SATA, not reverse Tray generation matters | Gen8 LFF tray differs from Gen10 TITLE LFF 3.5" DRIVE PN 218896 MFR OEM
KEY FEATURES
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SFF Form Factor
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72GB Capacity
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10K RPM Speed
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Enterprise storage arrays and SANs
  • Direct-attached storage (DAS) expansion
  • Database tier storage (OLTP, OLAP)
  • Virtual machine datastore expansion
  • Backup-to-disk and disaster recovery targets
  • Content delivery and media streaming storage
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
END ITEM IDENTIFICATIONPC-RVR
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCYSERVER HARD DRIVE
END ITEM IDENTIFICATIONPC-RVR
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCYSERVER HARD DRIVE
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 3
375861-B21Upgraded Successor
HP 72GB 10k Sp 2.5 Hotswap HDD
successor
DG072ABAB3Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
375696-002Interchangeable
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 218896?
218896 is a HP 72GB 10K SP 2.5 HOTSWAP HDD. It is classified as a STORAGE_HDD (3.5_SATA_HDD).
What parts can replace 218896?
There are 3 known substitutes for 218896: 375861-B21, DG072ABAB3, 375696-002. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for 218896?
218896 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-571-4396. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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