HPE P9M81A 1.2TB 10k RPM SAS-12GBPS SED Enterprise Hard Drive

HPE 1.2TB 12G SAS 10K RPM SFF (2.5-Inch) SC Enterprise Hard Drive

General Information

• Brand: HPE
• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Part Number: P9M81A

Product Classification

• Type: Enterprise Hard Drive designed for high-performance storage solutions

Key Features

Exceptional Storage Capacity

• Total Capacity: 1.2TB, ideal for robust data storage needs and demanding applications

Enhanced Performance

• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM, delivering rapid access and data retrieval
• Data Transfer Interface: SAS-12Gbps, ensuring fast and reliable data movement

Compact Form Factor

• Drive Form Factor: 2.5 Inch, optimized for space efficiency in server enclosures
• Internal Enclosure: Designed for secure installation within data center environments

Compatibility

Seamless Integration

• Compatible Systems: Specifically designed for HPE MSA Storage, enhancing system performance and reliability

Energy Efficiency

Optimized for Performance

• Efficiency: Provides high speed and capacity while maintaining energy-efficient operation, reducing total cost of ownership

Availability

In-Stock Assurance

• Product Status: Currently available, ensuring timely delivery for your enterprise storage requirements

Capacity: 1.2TB

The HPE P9M81A Enterprise Hard Drive boasts an impressive storage capacity of 1.2TB, making it an ideal choice for businesses and individuals who require ample space to store their critical data and applications. With this high-capacity drive, users can consolidate their data and reduce the need for multiple drives, simplifying their storage infrastructure and improving overall efficiency.

Increased Data Storage

One of the primary benefits of the HPE P9M81A's 1.2TB capacity is the ability to store a large amount of data in a single drive. This is particularly advantageous for businesses that deal with vast amounts of information on a daily basis, such as enterprises with extensive databases or media companies managing large video files.

By having a single drive with such a massive capacity, businesses can avoid the hassle of managing multiple smaller drives and instead focus on optimizing their data storage strategy. This reduces complexity and streamlines operations, saving valuable time and resources.

Improved Performance and Efficiency

With 1.2TB of storage space, the HPE P9M81A enables users to store more data locally, reducing the need for frequent data transfers across networks. This results in improved performance and reduced latency, as accessing data from a local drive is generally faster than fetching it from remote storage sources.

Furthermore, having a higher capacity drive means that applications and operating systems can be installed locally, rather than relying on network-based installations. This enhances overall system performance and responsiveness, as local installations eliminate potential bottlenecks caused by network congestion.

Future-Proofing Data Storage Needs

As technology advances and data requirements continue to grow exponentially, having a 1.2TB capacity drive ensures that users are well-prepared for future data storage needs. Businesses can invest in this high-capacity drive with confidence, knowing that it will accommodate their expanding data requirements for years to come.

Additionally, the HPE P9M81A's 1.2TB capacity allows for scalability, as users can easily add more drives to their storage infrastructure when needed. This flexibility ensures that businesses can adapt to changing demands without significant disruptions or costly hardware upgrades.

Speed: 10k RPM

The HPE P9M81A Enterprise Hard Drive delivers exceptional speed with its 10,000 revolutions per minute (RPM) rotational speed. This impressive speed ensures fast data access, quick file transfers, and improved system performance, making it an ideal choice for demanding applications and workloads.

Accelerated Data Access

The high rotational speed of 10k RPM significantly reduces the average seek time of the hard drive, enabling faster data access. This is particularly advantageous in scenarios where quick retrieval of data is critical, such as in databases or real-time analytics.

By minimizing the time it takes to locate and retrieve data, the HPE P9M81A enhances overall system responsiveness and reduces latency. Users can experience seamless multitasking and smooth operation of resource-intensive applications, leading to improved productivity and efficiency.

Enhanced File Transfer Speeds

The 10k RPM speed of the HPE P9M81A translates into faster file transfer rates, allowing users to move large files quickly and efficiently. This is especially beneficial for media professionals working with high-resolution video files or IT departments handling significant amounts of data.

With faster file transfer speeds, businesses can save valuable time when backing up critical data or migrating large datasets. This improves overall workflow efficiency and minimizes downtime associated with data transfer processes.

Optimized System Performance

The increased speed offered by the 10k RPM rotational speed of the HPE P9M81A contributes to enhanced system performance. Applications load faster, and response times are significantly improved, ensuring a seamless user experience.

Moreover, the faster access to data provided by the high-speed hard drive allows for smoother multitasking, as the system can retrieve data from the drive swiftly and without delays. This is particularly beneficial for power users who need to run multiple resource-intensive applications simultaneously.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The HPE P9M81A Enterprise Hard Drive features a SAS-12GBPS interface, providing users with a high-performance and reliable connection between the hard drive and their system. This interface offers several advantages, including faster data transfer rates, improved scalability, and enhanced system compatibility.

Lightning-Fast Data Transfer

The SAS-12GBPS interface of the HPE P9M81A enables lightning-fast data transfer rates, ensuring that users can move large files quickly and efficiently. With a transfer rate of up to 12 gigabits per second, this interface allows for seamless data exchange between the hard drive and the system.

Faster data transfer speeds are particularly beneficial in scenarios where time is of the essence, such as large-scale data backup or recovery operations. By minimizing transfer times, businesses can reduce downtime and improve overall operational efficiency.

Scalability and Flexibility

The SAS-12GBPS interface provides excellent scalability options for users. This interface allows for easy integration of additional hard drives into existing storage infrastructures, enabling businesses to expand their storage capacity as needed without significant disruptions or reconfigurations.

Furthermore, the SAS interface is compatible with both SAS and SATA drives, offering flexibility in terms of drive selection. Users can choose the most suitable drive for their specific requirements, whether it be high-performance SAS drives or cost-effective SATA drives.

Enhanced System Compatibility

The SAS-12GBPS interface ensures high compatibility with a wide range of systems, making it an ideal choice for businesses operating multiple hardware platforms. This interface is widely supported by various operating systems and hardware vendors, ensuring seamless integration and interoperability.

Additionally, the SAS interface supports hot-swapping, allowing for the replacement or addition of drives without system shutdowns. This feature enhances system availability and reduces maintenance-related downtime, contributing to improved overall system reliability.

Encryption: SED

The HPE P9M81A Enterprise Hard Drive incorporates Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology, providing users with robust data security and protection against unauthorized access. With SED encryption, businesses can safeguard their sensitive data and comply with regulatory requirements without compromising performance.

Data Security and Privacy

SED technology offers a high level of data security by encrypting all data stored on the hard drive automatically. This encryption ensures that even if the drive is stolen or compromised, the data remains inaccessible to unauthorized individuals.

By leveraging SED encryption, businesses can protect valuable intellectual property, customer information, and other sensitive data from potential breaches. This is particularly crucial in industries where data security and privacy are paramount, such as healthcare, finance, and government sectors.

Compliance with Data Regulations

With increasing data protection regulations and privacy laws worldwide, businesses must ensure compliance with stringent requirements. SED encryption helps organizations meet these obligations by providing an additional layer of protection for sensitive data.

By implementing SED drives such as the HPE P9M81A, businesses can demonstrate their commitment to data security and compliance. This not only protects them from potential legal consequences but also enhances their reputation among customers and partners who value data privacy.

Transparent Performance

One of the significant advantages of SED technology is its transparent performance impact. Unlike software-based encryption solutions that may introduce latency or degrade system performance, SED encryption occurs at the hardware level, ensuring minimal impact on overall system speed and responsiveness.

Users can enjoy the benefits of robust data security without sacrificing performance or productivity. This makes the HPE P9M81A an excellent choice for businesses that prioritize both data protection and system efficiency.