P28352-X21 HPE SAS 2.4TB 10K RPM Internal Hard Drive

HPE 12GBPS 2.4TB 10K RPM HDD

The HPE P28352-X21 is a high-performance enterprise-grade hard disk drive engineered for mission-critical workloads. With advanced SAS interface and reliable design, it ensures seamless data storage and rapid access speeds.

Brand Details

• Brand: HPE
• Model Number: P28352-X21
• Device Category: Internal Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 2.4 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Sector Size: 512 bytes
• Technology: Air-filled
• Plug Type: Hot-plug compatible
• Format: 512e Advanced Format
• Carrier: Basic Carrier (BC)
• Workload: Mission-critical environments

Performance Details

Speed & Transfer Rates

• Data Transfer Rate: 12 Gbps external
• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Max Sequential Throughput: 255 MiB/s

Input/Output Operations

• 128KiB Random Read: 160 IOPS
• 128KiB Random 70% Read / 30% Write: 180 IOPS
• 128KiB Random 50% Read / 50% Write: 190 IOPS

Connectivity & Expansion

• Interface: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF

Environmental Parameters

Operating Temperature Range

• Minimum: 50°F (10°C)
• Maximum: 95°F (35°C)

Power Consumption

Energy Usage

• Idle: 4.80 Watts
• Random Read/Write: 6.00 Watts
• Sequential Read: 7.80 Watts
• Sequential Write: 6.60 Watts

Physical Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
• Width: 8.63 in (21.92 cm)
• Depth: 9.00 in (22.86 cm)
• Weight: 1.10 lbs (0.50 kg)

Compatibility Information

Supported HPE ProLiant DL Series Servers

DL325 Gen10 Plus V2

• DL325 Gen10 Plus V2 (2.5-inch)
• DL325 Gen10 Plus V2 Base (2.5-inch)

DL345 Gen10 Plus

• DL345 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus Base (2.5-inch)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus Entry (2.5-inch)

DL360 Gen10 Plus

• DL360 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)
• DL360 Gen10 Plus Network Choice (2.5-inch)

DL365 Gen10 Plus

• DL365 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)

DL380 Gen10 Plus

• DL380 Gen10 Plus Network Choice (2.5-inch)

P28352-X21 12GBPS 2.4TB 10K RPM Hard Disk Drive Overview

The HPE P28352-X21 SAS 12GBPS 2.4TB 10K RPM Internal Hard Disk Drive represents a critical category within enterprise storage infrastructure, engineered to deliver consistent performance, reliability, and scalability for demanding business environments. This category encompasses high-speed SAS hard drives designed specifically for server-grade workloads, virtualization platforms, database operations, and mission-critical applications where uptime and data integrity are essential. With a 12Gbps SAS interface and 10,000 RPM rotational speed, this class of storage solutions bridges the gap between high-capacity drives and ultra-fast solid-state storage, offering a balanced solution for organizations seeking optimal performance without sacrificing storage volume.

Understanding the SAS 12Gbps Architecture

The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface operating at 12Gbps is a defining characteristic of this category. Unlike SATA drives that cater primarily to consumer and entry-level applications, SAS drives are designed for enterprise environments where performance consistency, dual-port connectivity, and error handling are critical. The 12Gbps bandwidth allows for significantly higher data transfer rates, reduced latency, and improved throughput in multi-drive configurations. This makes the HPE P28352-X21 drive particularly suitable for environments where large volumes of data are processed continuously, such as data centers and cloud infrastructure deployments.

Enhanced Data Throughput and Reliability

Drives in this category are engineered with advanced error correction mechanisms and robust firmware that ensure data integrity even under heavy workloads. The SAS protocol supports full-duplex communication, allowing simultaneous read and write operations, which enhances overall system performance. Additionally, the dual-port design provides redundancy, enabling continuous operation even if one data path fails. This feature is essential for maintaining high availability in enterprise systems.

Integration with Enterprise RAID Systems

The HPE P28352-X21 SAS drive seamlessly integrates with enterprise RAID controllers, enabling configurations that enhance data redundancy and performance. RAID levels such as RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 benefit from the drive’s high rotational speed and consistent latency, ensuring that data is distributed and accessed efficiently. This makes the category ideal for applications requiring both performance and fault tolerance.

Key Characteristics of 10K RPM Drives

The 10,000 RPM rotational speed is a defining performance attribute that sets this category apart from lower-speed drives. Compared to 7.2K RPM drives, 10K RPM drives offer faster data access times, reduced seek latency, and improved input/output operations per second (IOPS). This makes them particularly effective for transactional workloads, database management systems, and virtualized environments where quick data retrieval is essential.

Balancing Capacity and Speed

With a storage capacity of 2.4TB, this category offers a strategic balance between capacity and performance. While solid-state drives provide higher speeds, they often come at a higher cost per gigabyte. The 2.4TB capacity of the HPE P28352-X21 allows organizations to store large datasets while still benefiting from faster access times compared to traditional high-capacity SATA drives.

Database Management Systems

Database environments demand storage solutions that can handle frequent read and write operations with minimal latency. The high rotational speed and SAS interface of this drive category enable efficient data retrieval and transaction processing. This ensures that databases remain responsive, even as data volumes grow and user demands increase.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

Virtualized environments rely on shared storage systems to host multiple virtual machines. The HPE P28352-X21 provides the performance and reliability needed to support these environments, ensuring that each virtual machine operates smoothly without performance degradation. Its compatibility with enterprise servers and storage arrays makes it an integral component of modern cloud infrastructure.

24/7 Operational Capability

Unlike consumer-grade drives, enterprise SAS drives are engineered for continuous operation. This makes them suitable for data centers and mission-critical applications where downtime is not an option. The ability to operate reliably under constant use is a defining feature of this category.

Advanced Error Handling and Data Protection

Data integrity is paramount in enterprise environments. The HPE P28352-X21 incorporates advanced error detection and correction technologies that minimize the risk of data loss. These features ensure that data remains accurate and accessible, even in the event of hardware issues.

Compatibility with HPE Server Ecosystem

This category is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE server systems, including ProLiant and Synergy platforms. The HPE P28352-X21 is optimized for compatibility, ensuring that it works efficiently with HPE controllers, firmware, and management tools.

Plug-and-Play Integration

The drive is engineered for easy installation and integration into existing server environments. Its compatibility with HPE SmartDrive carriers allows for quick deployment and replacement, reducing downtime and simplifying maintenance.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

As data requirements continue to grow, scalability becomes a critical consideration. The HPE P28352-X21 SAS 12Gbps 2.4TB 10K RPM Internal Hard Disk Drive category is designed to support scalable storage architectures, allowing organizations to expand their capacity as needed.