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Seagate

Seagate ST373307FC – 73.4GB | 2Gb/s Fibre Channel FC-AL 40-Pin Dual-Port | 10,000 RPM | 3.5" LP | Enterprise HDD

$299.95

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The ST373307FC is a 73.4GB 2Gb/s Fibre Channel FC-AL hard drive featuring 10,000 RPM, 8MB cache, and 5.2ms average seek time in a 3.5" Low-Profile form factor. Built for early 2000s enterprise server systems, it is ideal for SAN storage arrays, transactional databases, and mission-critical FC-AL loops. Compatible with 2Gb/s Fibre Channel HBAs, FC-AL backplanes with 40-pin FC-SCA connectors, and legacy Sun, HP, IBM, and Dell servers. The dual-port FC-AL design with port bypass circuit support enables hot-swap operation in enterprise Fibre Channel loops for maximum uptime.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST373307FC
  • Capacity: 73.4GB
  • Interface: 2Gb/s Fibre Channel FC-AL Dual-Port
  • Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
  • Cache: 8MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5" Low-Profile
  • Seek Time: 5.2ms (average)
  • Latency: 2.99ms (average rotational)
  • MTBF: 1,200,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • 2Gb/s Fibre Channel FC-AL dual-port interface
  • 40-pin FC-SCA connector with hot-swap capability
  • 10,000 RPM spindle speed for fast data access
  • 8MB Read Look-Ahead, Adaptive, Multi-Segmented cache
  • PRML recording with thin-film GMR heads
  • Port bypass circuit compatible for transparent hot-plug
  • 3.5" Low-Profile form factor for space efficiency
  • Enterprise-grade reliability with 1.2M hour MTBF
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring Fibre Channel connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with 2Gb/s Fibre Channel host bus adapters, FC-AL backplanes with 40-pin FC-SCA connectors, legacy Sun StorEdge arrays, HP MSA systems, IBM TotalStorage, Dell PowerVault FC arrays, and EMC CLARiON systems. Not compatible with SCSI controllers, SATA interfaces, or modern SAS backplanes.
Shipping & Returns
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  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

73.4GB FC-AL 10K RPM Dual-Port Factory Sealed

Why the ST373307FC is the right enterprise Fibre Channel drive

The ST373307FC represents Seagate's sixth-generation Cheetah 10K.6 family, delivering the highest capacity available in 10K RPM Fibre Channel drives of its era. With dual FC-AL ports and hot-swap capability, it was engineered for enterprise SAN environments requiring maximum uptime and redundant connectivity. The drive's 5.2ms seek time and 8MB cache provided exceptional performance for database and transaction processing workloads that defined early 2000s enterprise computing.

Dual-Port FC-AL Architecture

Features redundant 2Gb/s Fibre Channel FC-AL ports for fault-tolerant SAN connectivity. Enables multipath I/O and eliminates single points of failure in enterprise storage arrays.

Hot-Swap Enterprise Design

40-pin FC-SCA connector combines power and data in a single blind-mate connection. Port bypass circuit compatibility ensures transparent drive replacement without disrupting FC-AL loop operations.

10K RPM Performance Legacy

Delivers 5.2ms average seek time and 2.99ms rotational latency for responsive database performance. 8MB adaptive cache optimizes sequential and random I/O patterns in multi-user environments.

Maximum 10K Capacity Era

At 73.4GB, this drive represented the flagship capacity point for 10,000 RPM Fibre Channel drives in the early 2000s. Enabled higher storage density per U in enterprise FC arrays before 15K drives became mainstream.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for Fibre Channel (FC) Hard Drives, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a Fibre Channel hard drive?

A Fibre Channel (FC) hard drive is an enterprise storage device that uses the Fibre Channel protocol to connect to storage area networks (SANs). It’s designed for high-speed, high-availability environments where large amounts of data must be stored and accessed quickly.
2. What systems are Fibre Channel hard drives used in?

FC hard drives are typically found in enterprise SANs, data centers, and high-performance servers. They connect through Fibre Channel controllers and switches to deliver fast, reliable access to storage pools.
3. How do Fibre Channel hard drives differ from SAS or SATA drives?

Fibre Channel drives use the FC protocol for connectivity, providing higher throughput, low latency, and robust multi-path redundancy. Unlike SATA (consumer) or SAS (enterprise direct-attach), FC drives are built for large-scale SAN infrastructures.
4. What capacities are available for Fibre Channel hard drives?

FC hard drives are available in a range of capacities, from a few hundred gigabytes up to several terabytes. However, many have been replaced in modern systems by FC-attached SSDs and SAS drives.
5. Are Fibre Channel hard drives hot-swappable?

Yes. In SAN and enterprise server environments, FC drives are typically hot-swappable when used with compatible enclosures and controllers.
6. Can Fibre Channel hard drives be used in regular desktops?

No. Fibre Channel drives require specialized HBAs (Host Bus Adapters), switches, and infrastructure. They are not compatible with standard desktop or consumer systems.
7. Why are Fibre Channel hard drives still used today?

Fibre Channel hard drives continue to be used in enterprise environments that rely on SANs for centralized storage, high availability, and consistent performance. Many organizations also use them to maintain legacy Fibre Channel infrastructures.