HPE 785101-B21 450GB 15K RPM SAS-12GBPS SFF Enterprise Hard Drive

Product Overview of this HPE 785101-B21 HDD

Key Specifications

• Brand: HPE
• MPN: 785101-B21
• Option Part Number: 785101-B21
• Spare Part Number: 785408-001
• Model Number: EH0450JDYTK
• Assembly Number: 748385-002

General Features

• Type: Hot-Swap Hard Drive
• Storage Capacity: 450 GB
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Form Factor: 2.5 inch SFF
• Spindle Speed: 15000 RPM
• External Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• Bytes per Sector: 512
• Drive Technology: Air Fill
• Carrier Type: Standard Carrier
• Workload Type: Enterprise
• Included: HPE Standard Drive Carrier

Performance Metrics

• Drive Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps (external)
• Spindle Speed: 15000 RPM

Expansion and Connectivity

Interface Specifications

• Interface Type: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bay Size: 2.5" SFF

Dimensions

• Width: 3.10 inches
• Depth: 5.40 inches
• Height: 0.60 inches

Compatibility Information

Supported HPE Models

ProLiant BL Series

• BL20p (Gen4)
• BL45p (Gen2)
• BL460c (Gen6, Gen7)
• BL465c (Gen1, Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• BL480c (BL620c Gen7)
• BL680c (Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• BL685c (Gen6, Gen7)

ProLiant DL Series

• DL120 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL160 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL160se (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL165 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL170e (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL170h (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL180 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL320 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL360 (Gen4p, Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL365 (Gen1, Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL370 (Gen6, Gen7)
• DL380 (Gen4, Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL385 (Gen1, Gen2, Gen3, Gen4, Gen5/Gen5p, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL580 (Gen3, Gen4, Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL585 (Gen2, Gen3, Gen4, Gen6, Gen7)
• DL785 (Gen6)

ProLiant ML Series

• ML 110 (Gen7)
• ML350 (Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• ML370 (Gen5, Gen6, Gen7)
• ML570 (Gen3, Gen4, Gen5)

ProLiant SL Series

• SL390s (Gen6, Gen7)

ProLiant WS Series

• WS460c (Gen6, Gen7)

HPE Storage Arrays

• D2700
• MSA 1040
• MSA70
• P2000 (Gen3)
• X1500 (Gen2)
• X16000 (Gen2)
• X1800 (Gen2)
• X3400 (Gen2)
• X3800 (Gen2)
• 2000i (Gen2)
• 2000sa (Gen2)

Capacity: 450GB

The capacity of a hard drive is one of the most important features to consider when choosing a storage solution for your enterprise. With the HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive, you get an impressive capacity of 450GB. This large storage space allows you to store a vast amount of data, ensuring that you have enough room for all your critical files and applications.

Efficient Data Storage

Having a high-capacity hard drive like the HPE 785101-B21 enables you to efficiently store and manage your data. Whether you need to store large media files, databases, or virtual machines, this drive can handle it all. The 450GB capacity ensures that you can keep all your important data in one place without the need for multiple drives or complex storage solutions.

Scalability

As your business grows, so does the amount of data you generate and need to store. The 450GB capacity of the HPE 785101-B21 provides ample room for future expansion. You can easily scale up your storage infrastructure by adding more drives as needed, ensuring that your storage solution remains flexible and adaptable to your evolving needs.

Improved Performance

With a larger capacity, you can optimize your system's performance by reducing the number of drives required for storing data. This reduction in drive count can lead to faster access times and improved overall performance. Additionally, having a single high-capacity drive means less power consumption and reduced heat generation, contributing to better energy efficiency and cooling in your data center.

Data Integrity and Reliability

The HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive comes with advanced features to ensure the integrity and reliability of your data. With a larger capacity, you can implement more robust data redundancy measures, such as RAID configurations, to protect against data loss. The drive also incorporates advanced error correction and detection technologies, minimizing the risk of data corruption or loss.

Cost-Effective Solution

Opting for a high-capacity drive like the HPE 785101-B21 can be a cost-effective solution for your enterprise. Instead of investing in multiple smaller drives, you can consolidate your storage infrastructure with a single 450GB drive. This consolidation not only reduces hardware costs but also lowers maintenance and management overheads, resulting in long-term cost savings.

Speed: 15K RPM

The speed at which a hard drive operates is crucial for achieving optimal performance and responsiveness in your enterprise environment. The HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive offers an impressive speed of 15K RPM, ensuring fast data access and transfer rates.

Quick Data Access

The 15K RPM rotational speed of the HPE 785101-B21 translates into faster data access times. This means that your applications and processes can retrieve and process data more quickly, leading to improved productivity and reduced latency. Whether you are running database queries, performing data analysis, or accessing large files, the high speed of this drive allows for seamless and efficient operations.

Enhanced Workload Performance

The high rotational speed of the HPE 785101-B21 makes it an ideal choice for handling demanding workloads. Applications that require intensive read and write operations, such as virtualization or high-performance computing, can greatly benefit from the increased speed. The drive's fast access times ensure that your applications can access data rapidly, leading to enhanced performance and reduced bottlenecks.

Reduced Application Load Times

Waiting for applications to load can be frustrating and time-consuming. With the 15K RPM speed of the HPE 785101-B21, you can significantly reduce application load times. This is particularly important for critical applications that need to be up and running quickly, ensuring that your employees can work efficiently without delays.

Improved Data Transfer Rates

In addition to quick access times, the high rotational speed of this drive enables faster data transfer rates. Whether you are transferring large files or performing backups, the increased speed allows for more efficient data transfer operations. This is especially beneficial for enterprises dealing with massive amounts of data on a regular basis, as it helps save valuable time and resources.

Reliability and Durability

Despite its high speed, the HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive is built to withstand rigorous enterprise environments. It is designed to deliver reliable performance and exceptional durability, ensuring that it can handle continuous heavy workloads without compromising its speed or integrity. This reliability is crucial for businesses that rely on uninterrupted access to their data.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The interface of a hard drive determines how it connects and communicates with other components in your system. The HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive features the SAS-12GBPS interface, offering numerous benefits for enterprise users.

High Bandwidth

The SAS-12GBPS interface provides a high bandwidth connection between the hard drive and the rest of your system. This high-speed connection enables fast data transfer rates, allowing for efficient communication between the drive and other components. With this interface, you can take full advantage of the drive's capabilities and ensure optimal performance in your enterprise environment.

Compatibility and Flexibility

The SAS-12GBPS interface is widely supported by various server platforms and storage systems. This compatibility ensures that the HPE 785101-B21 can seamlessly integrate into your existing infrastructure without any compatibility issues. Furthermore, the SAS interface offers flexibility, allowing you to connect multiple drives in a daisy-chain configuration or implement complex storage architectures like RAID.

Hot-Swap Capability

The SAS-12GBPS interface supports hot-swapping, which means you can replace or add drives while the system is still running. This feature is particularly important for enterprises that require high availability and continuous operation. With hot-swapping, you can perform maintenance or upgrades without interrupting critical processes, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted access to your data.

Backward Compatibility

The SAS-12GBPS interface is backward compatible with previous generations of SAS interfaces. This means that the HPE 785101-B21 can be used with older systems that support lower-speed SAS interfaces, providing a seamless upgrade path for your storage infrastructure. You can leverage the benefits of the SAS-12GBPS interface now and easily migrate to newer systems in the future without having to replace your hard drives.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

The SAS-12GBPS interface offers scalability and future-proofing for your enterprise storage needs. As technology evolves and higher-speed interfaces become available, the HPE 785101-B21 can be easily replaced or upgraded with newer drives without requiring significant changes to your infrastructure. This flexibility ensures that your storage solution remains adaptable and capable of meeting future demands.

Form Factor: SFF

The form factor of a hard drive refers to its physical size and shape. The HPE 785101-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive features the Small Form Factor (SFF), which offers several benefits for enterprise users.

Space Efficiency

The SFF form factor allows for compact drive designs, making it an ideal choice for enterprises with limited rack space or dense server configurations. The smaller physical size of the drive enables you to maximize the storage density in your data center, allowing you to store more data in a smaller footprint. This space efficiency can lead to significant cost savings by reducing the need for additional racks or server cabinets.

Improved Airflow and Cooling

The smaller size of the SFF drives also improves airflow and cooling efficiency within your server or storage system. With more space available for air circulation, heat dissipation is enhanced, reducing the risk of overheating and ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This is particularly important in environments where maintaining consistent temperatures is critical, such as data centers or server rooms.

Hot-Pluggable Design

The SFF form factor supports hot-plugging, allowing you to add or remove drives without powering down the system. This feature is especially valuable in enterprise environments where continuous operation is essential. With hot-pluggable drives, you can easily perform maintenance tasks or replace faulty drives without interrupting critical processes, ensuring uninterrupted access to your data.

Scalability and Flexibility

The smaller form factor of the HPE 785101-B21 enables easy scalability and flexibility in your storage infrastructure. You can install multiple SFF drives in a compact space, allowing for increased storage capacity without requiring additional physical expansion. Additionally, the SFF form factor is compatible with various drive bays and enclosures, making it easy to integrate the drive into existing or future storage systems.

Enhanced Reliability

The SFF form factor of the HPE 785101-B21 contributes to improved reliability. The compact design reduces the number of moving parts within the drive, minimizing the risk of mechanical failures. Additionally, the smaller form factor drives are often subjected to rigorous testing and quality control measures, ensuring that they meet stringent reliability standards. This enhanced reliability is crucial for enterprises that cannot afford downtime or data loss due to drive failures.