872485-B21 - HPE Server 3.5" Hard drive
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872485-B21 Overview
HPE 2TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) SC 1yr Wty Digitally Signed Firmware HDD 872485-B21
Overview
872485-B21 Overview
HPE 2TB 3.5" 12G SAS, 3.5", 2 TB, 7200 RPM
HPE Server Enterprise Hard Drives offer the highest level of performance and reliability for your most demanding application workloads. Enterprise drives help you improve server response times, power more transactions per second and accelerate data transfer (I/O) speeds.
Quick Specs
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Product Name | 872485-B21 |
Product Description | HPE 2TB SAS 12G 7.2K LFF SC DS HDD |
Product Type | Hard Drive |
Technical Information | |
Storage Capacity | 2TB |
Interfaces/Ports | |
Drive Interface | SAS |
Drive Interface Standard | 12Gb/s SAS |
Physical Characteristics | |
Drive Type | Internal |
Drive Width | 2.5" |
2TB, 3.5", 12G SAS, 7.2K RPM, MDL, LFF, SC
- 2 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM SAS
- Server/workstation HDD
- 12 Gbit/s
Summary Description
HPE 2TB 3.5" 12G SAS, 3.5", 2 TB, 7200 RPM
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Specification
872485-B21 Specification
872485-B21 Specification | |
Product Description | HPE 2TB SAS 12G 7.2K LFF SC DS HDD |
Product Type | Hard Drive |
Technical Information | |
Storage Capacity | 2TB |
Interfaces/Ports | |
Drive Interface | SAS |
Drive Interface Standard | 12Gb/s SAS |
Physical Characteristics | |
Drive Type | Internal |
Drive Width | 2.5" |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HPE 872485-B21 compatible with my existing LFF server drive bays? +
Yes, this drive is a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) hard drive designed specifically for HPE servers that support this drive geometry. The Smart Carrier (SC) ensures it is physically compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 server backplanes, providing seamless integration and LED status indicator support for your existing storage architecture.
What are the primary performance characteristics of the 12G SAS interface on this drive? +
The 12Gb/s SAS interface provides a high-bandwidth connection that effectively doubles the throughput of previous 6Gb/s standards. This ensures that the 7.2K spindle speed is fully utilized, minimizing bottlenecks during heavy sequential data operations. It is an ideal choice for high-capacity storage tiers where balance between cost and consistent data transfer speeds is essential.
Why is 'Digitally Signed Firmware' important for this HPE hard drive? +
Digitally signed firmware provides a critical security layer by ensuring that only authentic, HPE-verified code can execute on the drive. This feature protects your infrastructure against malicious firmware attacks and unauthorized modifications, maintaining the integrity and long-term reliability of your enterprise storage environment.
What is the typical workload suitability for this 7.2K Midline HDD? +
Midline (MDL) drives are optimized for bulk storage applications, such as archival, data backups, and secondary storage tiers where access patterns are not continuously intensive. Because they operate at 7.2K RPM, they are more cost-effective than mission-critical SSDs or 15K SAS drives while offering significantly more reliable performance than standard consumer-grade alternatives.
Does this 872485-B21 drive come with the Smart Carrier included? +
Yes, this unit includes the HPE Smart Carrier (SC). This proprietary carrier design is essential for modern HPE server environments as it houses the necessary logic to communicate drive health, activity, and identification status directly to the server's management interface, allowing for efficient hot-swapping and simplified troubleshooting for IT administrators.
Can I use this 2TB SAS drive in a RAID configuration? +
Absolutely. This SAS 12G drive is specifically engineered for use in enterprise RAID environments. Its performance, coupled with the robust SAS interface, makes it highly reliable when deployed in RAID 1, 5, 6, or 10 arrays, providing the consistent response times required by HPE Smart Array controllers to maintain parity and fault tolerance.
What does the 'Midline' designation mean for my storage infrastructure? +
Midline refers to the drive's positioning within the enterprise portfolio, offering a bridge between high-cost, high-performance mission-critical drives and low-end desktop storage. It provides the necessary performance for most business applications while delivering the high capacity required for large data sets, making it a budget-conscious choice for expanding your storage capacity.
Is this drive suitable for write-intensive database applications? +
While this drive is durable for general business use, it is optimized for high-capacity storage rather than high-frequency write operations. For database environments that require heavy transactional workloads, we recommend pairing this drive with high-performance SSDs to handle the cache and active data, using this 7.2K HDD for the storage of less-frequently accessed data blocks.
How can I obtain a formal quote for a large quantity of these HPE drives? +
For bulk orders and high-volume procurement, our sales team at BuyRouterSwitch.com can provide tailored pricing and volume discounts. Please contact us directly through our website with your specific quantity requirements and project timeline. We specialize in managing large-scale infrastructure deployments and ensuring that your enterprise procurement process is as efficient and cost-effective as possible.
Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my HPE hardware procurement? +
BuyRouterSwitch.com is a dedicated partner for IT departments looking for genuine enterprise hardware. We prioritize supply chain integrity, ensuring that every piece of equipment, including the 872485-B21, is authentic and sourced to meet the high standards of professional data center operations. Our focused expertise allows us to provide a streamlined, secure ordering experience for all your server component requirements.
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