HPE AP871A 450GB 6G SAS 15K 3.5″ HDD

HPE AP871A M6612 450GB 6G SAS 15K LFF EVA Hard Drive

HPE AP871A is the option kit for the M6612 450GB 6G SAS 15K LFF (3.5 inch) dual port hard drive. It was made for the HPE EVA M6612 disk enclosure, the 12-bay LFF shelf used with the EVA P6000 family, including the P6300 and P6500 arrays.

Today the AP871A is mostly bought by organisations still running an EVA P6000 for an older application, and by maintenance companies that support those systems. The drive offers 450GB at 15,000 rpm over a 6Gb/s dual port SAS link, in the carrier that fits M6612 bays.

Euroland lists the AP871A in New and Refurbished condition, subject to current stock. See the full range at Euroland IT Store.

HPE AP871A Technical Specifications

What Is The HPE AP871A?

HPE PartSurfer describes the matching spare, 583717-001, as a 450GB hot-plug dual port SAS hard drive at 15,000 rpm and 6Gb/s in the 3.5 inch form factor, for use with the EVA M6612. AP871A is the option code that sits above it. Resellers list EF0450FARMV and EF0450FATFE as the drive models, and 516810-002 and 533871-002 as assembly numbers.

The option number is what tells you this is the EVA version. The same EF0450 drive models were also sold in ProLiant server kits with different carriers and firmware. If your enclosure is an M6612, AP871A or 583717-001 is the number to match.

Why EVA Arrays Need EVA Drives

An EVA controller pair manages disks in groups and expects HPE EVA firmware on each drive. The M6612 enclosure also has its own carrier style, and both controllers reach every disk through the two SAS ports. A ProLiant drive of the same size and speed has a server tray and server firmware, so it is not a supported member of an EVA disk group even if it can be made to fit physically.

Firmware level matters too. After fitting a replacement, it is good practice to check the drive firmware against the level HPE recommends for your XCS controller software.

New HPE AP871A

New AP871A stock is now uncommon, and it suits sites that must fit unused parts or want a sealed spare for a critical EVA. Please check the listing for packaging and warranty details.

Refurbished HPE AP871A

Refurbished AP871A drives are the most common way to keep an EVA P6000 running after HPE support has ended. The product page shows the refurbished condition and the warranty that applies.

Compatibility

• HPE EVA M6612 LFF disk enclosure
• HPE EVA P6000 storage (P6300 and P6500) using M6612 shelves

The AP871A is not a ProLiant server drive, and it does not fit the SFF M6625 enclosure. Check the label on your existing disk and the enclosure model before ordering.

Related Numbers

• HPE 583717-001: the spare part number for this EVA drive.
• HPE 516810-002: listed by resellers as an assembly number for this drive.
• HPE EF0450FARMV: one of the drive models used inside AP871A.
• HPE 533871-003 and HPE EF0600FATFF: listed in our catalogue as 600GB 6G SAS 15K 3.5 inch drives.
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Right Part Checklist

1. Confirm the shelf is an M6612 (12 LFF bays) attached to an EVA P6000 controller pair.
2. Read the failed drive label for AP871A, 583717-001 or the EF0450 model code.
3. Check the disk group in HPE Command View EVA to confirm the drive size and type.
4. After installing, compare the new drive’s firmware with the other members.

Running An EVA Beyond End Of Support

Many EVA P6000 systems still host stable workloads that are hard to migrate. Keeping a few AP871A spares on hand reduces the risk of a long outage if two disks fail close together. At the same time, it is wise to plan a move to newer storage, as parts for 6G LFF drives will only get harder to find.

Buying HPE AP871A in the UK

Euroland IT Store supplies businesses, IT teams, resellers and repairers across the UK with legacy HPE storage parts such as EVA drives. Condition, warranty, stock and delivery information for AP871A are on the product page. UK mainland delivery is free whenever an order goes beyond £100 + VAT. Contact us with your EVA model and the part numbers on your current drive, or call 0203 209 6002.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the AP871A work in an HPE ProLiant server?

No, AP871A is the EVA M6612 version of this drive; ProLiant servers need the server kits that use their own carriers and firmware.

What is the spare part number for AP871A?

The spare part number is 583717-001, which HPE PartSurfer describes as a 450GB 15K 6Gb/s dual port LFF SAS drive for the EVA M6612.

Is a Refurbished AP871A reliable enough for my EVA?

Refurbished drives are the usual choice for out-of-support EVA systems, and New units suit sites that require unused parts; check the listing for current stock.

What warranty does the AP871A carry?

Warranty depends on condition and is stated on the product page.

Can I have the AP871A delivered to a UK data centre?

Yes, we deliver to business and data centre addresses across the UK, with free mainland shipping on orders over £100 + VAT.