HP MB3000FBUCN 3TB 6G SAS 7.2K HDD

Name: HP MB3000FBUCN 3TB 6G SAS 7.2K HDD
Brand: HP
SKU: SAS SD

A 3TB 6G SAS enterprise drive in 3.5-inch form factor built for HP Gen8 and Gen9 server environments.

Affiliate Disclosure: Studio Supplies may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you. This helps support our editorial team.

Notice a mistake? Let Us Know

Overview

The HP MB3000FBUCN is a 3TB SAS hard drive designed specifically for HP ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 server platforms. With a 6Gb/s SAS interface and 7,200 RPM spindle speed, it occupies the nearline storage tier — providing high capacity at a lower cost-per-gigabyte compared to faster 10K or 15K RPM drives. This makes it well suited for file servers, backup targets, archival storage, and any workload where sequential throughput and capacity take priority over random I/O performance.

The 3.5-inch Smart Carrier (SC) form factor is engineered for tool-free hot-swap installation in compatible HP server drive bays, allowing administrators to add or replace drives without powering down the system. The SC tray is specifically designed for HP's Gen8 and Gen9 server chassis and is not interchangeable with older Gen7 or non-SC enclosures. For data centers and IT departments managing HP server infrastructure, this drive provides a reliable and cost-effective way to expand raw storage capacity within an existing platform.

Specifications

Brand

Model

MB3000FBUCN

Capacity

3TB

Interface

6G SAS

Rotational Speed

7,200 RPM

Form Factor

3.5 Inch

Tray Type

Smart Carrier (SC)

Compatibility

HP Gen8 and Gen9 Servers

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

3TB capacity provides substantial bulk storage in a single drive bay
6Gb/s SAS interface delivers reliable throughput for enterprise workloads
Smart Carrier (SC) tray enables tool-free hot-swap installation in compatible HP servers
7,200 RPM speed offers a proven balance of performance and reliability for nearline storage

👎 Cons

7,200 RPM speed is significantly slower than 10K or 15K SAS drives for random I/O workloads
6Gb/s SAS interface is the previous generation, half the bandwidth of 12Gb/s SAS
3.5-inch form factor does not fit servers with 2.5-inch drive bays
Compatibility is limited to HP Gen8 and Gen9 servers with SC-type drive cages

Frequently Asked Questions

Which HP servers is this drive compatible with?

The MB3000FBUCN is designed for HP Gen8 and Gen9 ProLiant servers that support 3.5-inch SAS Smart Carrier (SC) drive bays.

What is the rotational speed and how does it affect performance?

The drive spins at 7,200 RPM, which provides a balance between storage capacity and reliable sequential throughput suited for bulk data storage rather than high-IOPS transactional workloads.

Does this drive include an HP Smart Carrier tray?

Yes, the SC designation indicates it comes with the Smart Carrier tray required for tool-free installation in compatible HP server drive bays.

What SAS interface speed does this drive support?

It supports a 6Gb/s SAS interface, which is standard for Gen8 and Gen9 server backplanes.