833926-X21 HPE 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS Hard Drive

HPE 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS Hard Drive

The HPE 833926-X21 is a dependable enterprise-grade hot plug hard drive engineered for midline workloads. With 2TB of storage, a 12Gbps SAS interface, and a 7200 RPM spindle speed, it delivers consistent performance and reliability for business-critical environments.

General Information

• Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Part Number: 833926-X21
• Category: Internal Hard Drive

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 2 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) Low Profile
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Drive Technology: Air-filled
• Plug Type: Hot Pluggable
• Carrier Type: Low Profile Carrier (LPC)
• Firmware: Digitally Signed
• Workload Type: Midline
• Bundled With: HPE Low Profile Carrier

Performance Highlights

Speed & Efficiency

• Drive Transfer Rate: 12 Gb/sec (external)
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Maximum Sequential Throughput: 200 MiB/s
• Random Read (IOPs): 108
• Random 70% Read / 30% Write (IOPs): 105
• Random 50% Read / 50% Write (IOPs): 105

Expansion & Connectivity

Interface Options

• Connection Port: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bay Size: 3.5-inch LFF

Power Consumption

Energy Usage

• Idle: 4.70 Watts
• Random Read: 8.30 Watts
• Random Write: 8.30 Watts
• Sequential Read: 7.40 Watts
• Sequential Write: 5.80 Watts

Product Dimensions

Physical Measurements

• Height: 5.80 inches
• Width: 8.60 inches
• Depth: 10.00 inches

Compatibility Information

Designed For

HPE Apollo Series

• Apollo 4200 Gen9 for Google (3.5-inch)

HPE Nimble Storage Solutions

• dHCI Medium Solution with HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus (3.5-inch)

HPE ProLiant DL (Rack) Series

Gen10 Models

• DL160 Gen10
• DL160 Gen10 Base
• DL160 Gen10 Entry
• DL160 Gen10 SMB
• DL180 Gen10
• DL180 Gen10 Entry
• DL20 Gen10
• DL20 Gen10 Entry
• DL20 Gen10 Performance
• DL20 Gen10 Solution
• DL325 Gen10 Base
• DL325 Gen10 Plus
• DL325 Gen10 Solution
• DL385 Gen10 Plus
• DL385 Gen10 Plus Entry
• DX170r Gen10
• DX2600 Gen10 Premium (3.5-inch LFF)

HPE ProLiant ML (Tower) Series

Gen10 Models

• ML110 Gen10
• ML110 Gen10 Entry
• ML110 Gen10 Performance
• ML110 Gen10 Solution
• ML30 Gen10
• ML30 Gen10 Entry
• ML30 Gen10 Performance
• ML30 Gen10 Solution
• ML350 Gen10
• ML350 Gen10 Base
• ML350 Gen10 Entry
• ML350 Gen10 High Performance
• ML350 Gen10 Performance
• ML350 Gen10 SMB
• ML350 Gen10 Solution
• ML350 Gen10 Special Server
• ML350 Gen10 Sub-Entry

HPE 833926-X21 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gbps HDD Overview

The HPE 833926-X21 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hot Plug Hard Drive represents a reliable and scalable storage solution engineered for enterprise-grade environments that demand consistent performance, durability, and data integrity. Designed specifically for compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems, this high-capacity hard disk drive delivers a balanced combination of performance and affordability, making it suitable for a wide range of data center applications. Built with advanced SAS technology, this drive ensures superior throughput, improved data availability, and enhanced reliability compared to traditional SATA drives.

Enterprise-Class Storage Architecture

This HPE hard drive is built using enterprise-grade components that are rigorously tested to meet strict quality standards. It supports continuous operation in demanding environments, ensuring consistent performance under heavy workloads. The integration of SAS 12Gbps interface allows for faster data transfer rates, enabling businesses to manage large volumes of data efficiently. The drive’s architecture supports advanced error correction and data protection mechanisms, which are essential for maintaining data integrity in mission-critical applications.

High-Capacity Data Handling

With a storage capacity of 2TB, this hard drive is designed to handle large datasets, making it ideal for applications such as database management, file storage, virtualization, and backup solutions. Organizations that require dependable storage for growing data demands can benefit from the drive’s ability to store and retrieve information quickly without compromising performance.

Optimized Rotational Speed

The 7.2K RPM rotational speed ensures a balance between performance and energy efficiency. While higher RPM drives may offer faster performance, the 7.2K RPM configuration provides sufficient speed for most enterprise workloads while reducing power consumption and heat generation. This makes it a practical choice for data centers aiming to optimize operational costs.

SAS 12Gbps Interface Performance Advantages

The Serial Attached SCSI interface offers significant advantages over traditional interfaces, particularly in enterprise environments where speed and reliability are critical. The 12Gbps bandwidth ensures faster data transfer rates, allowing systems to process information more efficiently.

Improved Data Throughput

The high-speed SAS interface facilitates rapid data movement between the drive and the server, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. This is particularly beneficial in applications that require frequent data access, such as transactional databases and real-time analytics.

Dual-Port Connectivity

One of the key features of SAS drives is dual-port connectivity, which provides redundancy and enhances data availability. In the event of a path failure, the system can continue to operate using the alternate path, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted access to critical data.

Enhanced Reliability and Fault Tolerance

The dual-port design contributes to higher reliability by enabling failover capabilities. This feature is essential for enterprise environments where data accessibility is crucial, and downtime can result in significant operational losses.

Hot Plug Capability for Seamless Maintenance

The hot plug functionality allows administrators to replace or upgrade the drive without shutting down the system. This feature is particularly valuable in data centers where continuous operation is required.

Minimized Downtime

Hot plug support ensures that maintenance tasks can be performed without interrupting business operations. This reduces downtime and enhances productivity, making it easier for IT teams to manage storage infrastructure efficiently.

Ease of Installation and Replacement

The drive is designed for easy installation, allowing technicians to quickly insert or remove it from compatible server bays. This simplifies maintenance procedures and reduces the time required for system upgrades or repairs.

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

The HPE 833926-X21 hard drive is optimized for use with HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers. Its compatibility ensures seamless integration with existing infrastructure, allowing organizations to expand their storage capacity without compatibility concerns.

Smart Carrier Technology

This drive features HPE Smart Carrier technology, which includes status indicators that provide real-time information about the drive’s health and activity. These indicators help administrators quickly identify potential issues and take corrective action before they escalate.

Self-Describing Technology

HPE Smart Carrier also supports self-describing technology, enabling the system to automatically recognize and configure the drive. This simplifies deployment and reduces the likelihood of configuration errors.

Applications and Use Cases

The versatility of this hard drive makes it suitable for a wide range of enterprise applications. Its combination of capacity, performance, and reliability ensures that it can meet the demands of various workloads.

Data Center Storage Solutions

In data center environments, this drive provides reliable storage for large volumes of data. It is ideal for use in storage arrays, backup systems, and archival solutions, where data integrity and availability are paramount.

Virtualization Environments

The drive’s performance characteristics make it well-suited for virtualization platforms, where multiple virtual machines share the same physical storage resources. Its ability to handle concurrent workloads ensures smooth operation and optimal performance.

Database Management Systems

For database applications, the drive offers consistent read and write performance, enabling efficient data processing. Its reliability ensures that critical data remains accessible at all times.

Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure

Organizations implementing cloud or hybrid infrastructure can leverage this drive for scalable storage solutions. Its compatibility with HPE systems ensures seamless integration into cloud environments, supporting efficient data management and storage expansion.

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management

The 7.2K RPM design contributes to improved energy efficiency, reducing power consumption compared to higher-speed drives. This not only lowers operational costs but also helps maintain optimal thermal conditions within the server environment.

Reduced Heat Generation

Lower rotational speed results in less heat production, which is beneficial for maintaining system stability. Effective thermal management extends the lifespan of both the drive and the server components.

Data Integrity and Security Features

Data integrity is a critical consideration in enterprise storage solutions. This hard drive incorporates advanced technologies to ensure that data is stored and retrieved accurately.

Error Correction Mechanisms

Built-in error correction features help detect and correct data errors, ensuring that information remains accurate and reliable. This is essential for applications that rely on precise data processing.

End-to-End Data Protection

The drive supports end-to-end data protection, safeguarding data as it moves between the drive and the host system. This reduces the risk of data corruption and enhances overall reliability.

Firmware-Level Security Enhancements

Advanced firmware features provide additional layers of security, protecting against unauthorized access and ensuring that sensitive data remains secure.

Key Optimization in Enterprise Environments

Performance optimization is a key consideration for enterprise storage solutions. This hard drive is designed to deliver consistent performance across a range of workloads.

Balanced Read and Write Speeds

The drive offers balanced read and write performance, ensuring efficient data processing for both sequential and random workloads. This makes it suitable for a variety of applications.

Reduced Latency

The SAS interface and optimized design help minimize latency, improving system responsiveness and enhancing user experience.

Workload Optimization

This drive is optimized for read-intensive and mixed workloads, providing reliable performance for applications that require frequent data access.