846271-B21 HPE 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS SFF Hard Drive

HPE 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD

The HPE 846271-B21 is a high-performance enterprise-class hot-swap hard disk drive designed for mission-critical workloads. With 1.2TB of storage, SAS 12Gbps connectivity, and 10,000 RPM spindle speed, this 2.5-inch SFF Smart Carrier drive ensures rapid data access, reliability, and seamless integration with HPE ProLiant, Synergy, and Apollo systems.

Manufacturer Details

• Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Part Number: 846271-B21
• Category: Hot-Swap Internal Hard Drive

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 1.2 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Bytes Per Sector: 512
• Bundled With: HP SmartDrive Carrier
• Drive Transfer Rate: 1.2 Gbps (external)
• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Interfaces: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bays: 1 x Hot-swap - 2.5 SFF

Performance Highlights

Speed & Efficiency

• High-speed SAS 12Gbps interface
• 10K RPM spindle speed for rapid data access
• External transfer rate of 1.2Gbps
• Optimized for enterprise workloads

Server Compatibility

Designed For

HPE ProLiant DL (Rack) Series

Supported Generations

• DL20 (Gen9/Gen10)
• DL60 (Gen9)
• DL80 (Gen9)
• DL120 (Gen8/Gen9)
• DL160 (Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)
• DL180 (Gen8/Gen9)
• DL320e (Gen8)
• DL360 (Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)
• DL380 (Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)
• DL385 (Gen10)
• DL560 (Gen8/Gen10)
• DL580 (Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)

HPE ProLiant ML (Tower) Series

Supported Generations

• ML30 (Gen9)
• ML110 (Gen9/Gen10)
• ML150 (Gen9)
• ML350 (Gen8/Gen9/Gen10)

HPE Synergy & Apollo Systems

Supported Models

• Synergy 480 Gen9/Gen10
• Synergy 660 Gen9/Gen10
• Apollo 4200
• Apollo 4500

HPE 846271-B21 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps SFF HDD Overview

The HPE 846271-B21 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Small Form Factor Smart Carrier Enterprise Hard Drive represents a robust and high-performance storage solution designed for modern data center environments. This category of enterprise-grade hard drives is engineered to deliver reliability, speed, and scalability for mission-critical applications. Built to support demanding workloads, this drive offers optimized performance for servers that require consistent uptime and efficient data handling capabilities.

Enterprise Storage Reliability and Performance

Enterprise hard drives such as the HPE 846271-B21 are specifically designed to operate continuously in high-demand environments. Unlike consumer-grade drives, these enterprise solutions undergo rigorous testing to ensure durability under intensive workloads. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed ensures faster data access times compared to lower RPM drives, allowing businesses to process transactions, queries, and applications efficiently.

Optimized for High Workload Environments

The drive is built to handle heavy read and write operations, making it suitable for database servers, virtualization platforms, and enterprise applications. Its advanced design minimizes latency while maintaining consistent throughput, ensuring that data-intensive applications run smoothly without performance bottlenecks.

Enhanced Rotational Speed Advantage

The 10K RPM rotational speed provides a balance between performance and power efficiency. Compared to 7.2K RPM drives, it offers significantly improved data transfer rates, reducing wait times for applications and improving overall system responsiveness.

SAS 12Gbps Interface Capabilities

The Serial Attached SCSI 12Gbps interface is a defining feature of this enterprise hard drive category. It ensures high-speed data transmission between the drive and the server, reducing delays and enhancing system performance. This interface is widely adopted in enterprise environments due to its reliability, scalability, and ability to support multiple devices.

High-Speed Data Transfer Efficiency

The 12Gbps SAS interface enables faster data transfer rates compared to older generations, allowing organizations to handle large volumes of data efficiently. This is particularly beneficial in environments where rapid data processing is critical, such as cloud computing and big data analytics.

Dual-Port Functionality for Redundancy

The SAS interface supports dual-port connectivity, providing redundancy and ensuring continuous operation even if one path fails. This feature enhances data availability and reduces the risk of downtime, which is essential for mission-critical systems.

Scalability in Enterprise Systems

The SAS architecture allows for easy expansion of storage systems, making it ideal for growing businesses. Organizations can add more drives without compromising performance, ensuring seamless scalability as data requirements increase.

Small Form Factor Design Benefits

The 2.5-inch small form factor design of the HPE 846271-B21 enables higher storage density within server environments. This compact design is crucial for modern data centers where space optimization is a priority.

Increased Storage Density

Small form factor drives allow more storage devices to be installed within the same physical space compared to larger form factors. This results in higher overall storage capacity within a single server or rack.

Improved Airflow and Cooling

The smaller size contributes to better airflow within the server chassis, enhancing cooling efficiency. Proper cooling is essential for maintaining optimal performance and prolonging the lifespan of hardware components.

Energy Efficiency Advantages

Small form factor drives typically consume less power, reducing overall energy costs in large-scale data center operations. This contributes to improved energy efficiency and lower operational expenses.

Smart Carrier Technology Integration

The Smart Carrier feature included in the HPE 846271-B21 enhances manageability and usability. It provides visual indicators and intelligent monitoring capabilities that simplify maintenance and troubleshooting processes.

Visual Status Indicators

The Smart Carrier design includes LED indicators that display the drive’s operational status. These indicators help administrators quickly identify issues such as drive failure or rebuilding processes.

Data Integrity Protection

Smart Carrier technology helps prevent data loss by providing alerts before critical failures occur. This proactive approach allows IT teams to take corrective actions in a timely manner.

Ease of Maintenance

The tool-less design simplifies installation and replacement, reducing downtime during maintenance operations. This feature is particularly valuable in environments where continuous operation is essential.

Capacity and Storage Optimization

The 1.2TB capacity of this enterprise hard drive provides a balanced solution for organizations that require both performance and sufficient storage space. It is well-suited for applications that demand moderate to high storage capacity without compromising speed.

Balanced Storage Performance

This capacity is ideal for handling transactional workloads, application hosting, and data storage needs. It ensures that systems can store and retrieve data efficiently without delays.

Support for Diverse Workloads

The drive can handle a variety of workloads, including database operations, file storage, and virtualization environments, making it a versatile solution for enterprise applications.

Compatibility with HPE Server Environments

The HPE 846271-B21 is designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant servers and other compatible systems. This ensures optimal performance and reliability within HPE infrastructure.

Certified for HPE Systems

Being an HPE-certified component, this drive undergoes extensive testing to ensure compatibility and performance within HPE servers. This certification guarantees reliability and reduces the risk of compatibility issues.

Firmware Optimization

The drive includes firmware that is specifically optimized for HPE systems, ensuring efficient communication between hardware components and improving overall system performance.

Seamless Integration

Integration with existing HPE infrastructure is straightforward, allowing organizations to upgrade or expand their storage systems without complications.

Data Center and Enterprise Use Cases

This category of enterprise hard drives is widely used in various data center and enterprise applications. Its performance and reliability make it suitable for critical operations across multiple industries.

Database Management Systems

The high-speed performance and reliability of the drive make it ideal for database applications that require quick access to large datasets. It ensures efficient query processing and data retrieval.

Virtualization Environments

In virtualized environments, where multiple virtual machines run on a single physical server, the drive provides consistent performance and supports high I/O operations.

Cloud Computing Infrastructure

The drive is suitable for cloud environments that require scalable and reliable storage solutions. It supports the dynamic nature of cloud workloads and ensures consistent performance.