861683-B21 HPE 4TB 7.2K RPM SATA HDD 6GBPS LFF 512E SC Server

HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K RPM SATA HDD 6GBPS 

Designed to meet growing data demands, this 4TB internal hard disk drive offers a reliable and scalable storage solution for business environments. With its large capacity, it supports extensive data archiving, backup systems, and everyday server operations without compromising performance or efficiency.

General Information

• Brand: HPE
• Manufacturer Part Number: 861683-B21
• Product Name: 2TB SATA 7.2K RPM Low Profile Midline Hard Drive (3.5 Inch)
• Type: Hard Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 4TB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface Type: SATA 6Gbps

High-Speed Data Transfer

• 6Gbps interface for improved bandwidth
• Quick file transfers and reduced latency
• Backward compatibility with older SATA versions

Seamless Integration

• Fully compatible with Gen9 server architecture
• Optimized for enterprise-level workloads
• Ensures reliable system performance

Versatile Applications

• Data centers and server environments
• Backup and recovery systems
• Cloud storage infrastructure
• Database and file storage systems

Overview of HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K RPM HDD 

The HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K RPM SATA hard disk drive represents a reliable and scalable storage solution tailored for enterprise-grade servers and data-intensive workloads. Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern IT infrastructures, this large form factor drive offers a balance between capacity, performance, and cost efficiency. It is engineered to support continuous operation, ensuring data availability and system stability in business-critical environments. With its 4TB storage capacity, this HDD enables organizations to manage expanding data volumes without compromising operational efficiency.

Enterprise-Level Storage Capacity 

This 4TB SATA hard drive is ideal for organizations seeking cost-effective bulk storage solutions without sacrificing dependability. Its large storage capacity allows businesses to archive data, host applications, and manage backup processes efficiently. Whether used in cloud environments, data centers, or enterprise servers, this HDD supports data growth while maintaining consistent performance. The 7.2K RPM spindle speed ensures adequate responsiveness for general-purpose workloads, making it suitable for file servers, database applications, and storage arrays.The increasing demand for data processing and storage requires reliable hardware that can handle continuous workloads. This HPE drive is engineered to deliver dependable performance in read-intensive and sequential workloads. It supports efficient data retrieval and storage, enabling organizations to maintain smooth operations in environments where uptime and data accessibility are critical.

7.2K RPM SATA Drives

The 7,200 revolutions per minute rotational speed provides a balanced approach to performance and energy efficiency. While not as fast as higher RPM enterprise drives, it offers sufficient performance for most business applications that do not require ultra-low latency. This makes it an excellent choice for secondary storage, backup solutions, and archival systems.

Consistent Data Transfer Speeds

Equipped with a SATA 6Gbps interface, the drive ensures stable and consistent data transfer rates. This interface standard provides sufficient bandwidth for handling moderate workloads, making it suitable for organizations that prioritize capacity over extreme performance. The drive maintains a steady throughput, ensuring reliable data access during routine operations.Compared to higher-speed drives, the 7.2K RPM configuration consumes less power, contributing to lower operational costs. This energy-efficient design is particularly beneficial for data centers aiming to reduce energy consumption while maintaining adequate performance levels.

Large Form Factor Design 

The large form factor design ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage enclosures. Its 3.5-inch form factor allows for higher capacity drives, making it ideal for environments where maximizing storage density is essential. The inclusion of a Smart Carrier enhances usability and simplifies installation processes.The Smart Carrier feature provides visual indicators for drive status and activity, allowing administrators to monitor system performance easily. It helps reduce human errors during maintenance by clearly identifying drive conditions, such as failures or active operations.

Hot-Swap Capabilities

The HPE 861683-B21 drive is designed for seamless integration into existing HPE server ecosystems. Its compatibility ensures that installation is straightforward, reducing deployment time and operational complexity.This HDD supports hot-swapping, enabling IT teams to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the system. This feature minimizes downtime and ensures uninterrupted business operations, making it essential for mission-critical environments.

512e Sector Format 

The 512e sector format enhances compatibility with legacy systems while leveraging advanced format technology. This hybrid approach allows organizations to transition smoothly from older storage systems to modern infrastructure without compatibility issues.The drive incorporates advanced error correction technologies to ensure data integrity. These features help protect against data corruption, ensuring that stored information remains accurate and accessible.The 512e format improves data alignment, enhancing overall system performance. Proper alignment reduces read/write inefficiencies, allowing the drive to operate more effectively under various workloads.

Reliability and Durability 

Reliability is a critical factor in enterprise storage solutions, and this HPE HDD is built to meet rigorous performance standards. It undergoes extensive testing to ensure consistent operation in demanding environments.HPE rigorously tests its drives to ensure they meet enterprise-grade reliability requirements. This ensures that the drive performs consistently under heavy workloads and varying environmental conditions.

Compatibility

The drive integrates effortlessly with HPE ProLiant servers, ensuring consistent performance and reliability.With built-in monitoring features, administrators can easily manage and maintain the drive, reducing operational complexity.This HDD provides a scalable and adaptable storage solution, ensuring that organizations can meet future storage demands without significant infrastructure changes.