713842-B21 HPE 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS SFF 2.5" HDD Tray

HPE 713842-B21 1TB SATA 6Gbps SFF Hard Disk Drive Overview

The HPE 713842-B21 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA Hard Disk Drive is a reliable and efficient storage solution designed for enterprise-grade workloads. Built with a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this Midline SmartDrive with carrier and tray support ensures seamless integration into supported HPE ProLiant systems. It delivers a balanced combination of capacity, performance, and durability for data-intensive server environments.

General Product Information

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number: 713842-B21
• Device Type: Internal Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 1TB
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: SATA 6Gbps
• SATA Pin: 7-pin configuration

Physical Dimensions

• Form Factor: Internal
• Drive Bay Width: 2.5 inches
• Height: 1.0 inch
• Width: 4.4 inches
• Depth: 7.3 inches
• Weight: Approximately 3.00 lb

Enterprise Storage Efficiency

• Ideal for midline storage applications in data centers
• Supports balanced workloads with consistent performance
• Enhances server storage capacity without compromising reliability

Compatible HPE Server Systems

Blade System Compatibility

• HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant BL465c Gen8 Server Series

HPE ProLiant DL Series Servers

• HPE ProLiant DL160 Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant DL360e Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant DL360p Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant DL380e Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant DL380p Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant DL385p Gen8 Server Series

HPE ProLiant ML Series Servers

• HPE ProLiant ML350e Gen8 Server Series
• HPE ProLiant ML350p Gen8 Server Series

Scalable System Support

• HPE ProLiant SL250s Gen8 Server Series

HPE 713842-B21 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps SFF HDD

Enterprise-Class Storage Foundation for Scalable Infrastructure

The HPE 713842-B21 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6Gbps SFF 2.5-inch Midline Smart Drive Carrier (SC) Hard Disk Drive with Tray belongs to a highly optimized enterprise storage category designed for scalable server environments, hybrid storage architectures, and cost-efficient data center expansion. This category of hard disk drives is engineered to provide balanced performance, reliability, and capacity for workloads that require consistent availability without the premium cost of high-performance SAS or SSD solutions. The 2.5-inch small form factor design enables dense storage configurations in rack servers, blade systems, and modular storage arrays where space efficiency is critical.

Midline SATA Drives in Modern Data Centers

Midline SATA hard drives such as the HPE 713842-B21 are widely used in enterprise environments where storage capacity is more important than ultra-low latency performance. These drives serve as a foundational layer in tiered storage architectures, supporting workloads such as file storage, backup repositories, archival systems, and virtual machine data stores. The SATA 6Gbps interface ensures compatibility with modern server backplanes while maintaining predictable throughput suitable for sequential read and write operations. In large-scale deployments, these drives are often deployed in arrays that prioritize redundancy, cost efficiency, and high capacity density.

1TB Storage Capacity Design and Data Allocation Efficiency

The 1TB capacity of the HPE 713842-B21 drive is optimized for enterprise workloads that require balanced storage distribution across multiple drives in RAID configurations. Instead of relying on single-drive large capacity dependence, enterprise architectures distribute storage across multiple midline drives to improve redundancy and fault tolerance. This approach ensures that data integrity is preserved even in the event of hardware failure while maintaining predictable performance scaling as additional drives are added to the system.

7.2K RPM Rotational Speed and Performance Characteristics

The 7200 RPM spindle speed defines the performance tier of this drive category. It provides a balance between energy efficiency and mechanical performance, making it suitable for workloads that involve sequential data access patterns. While not designed for high-frequency transactional workloads, the 7.2K RPM architecture ensures stable throughput for backup operations, media storage, and large dataset processing. The rotational design also contributes to predictable latency behavior, which is important in enterprise RAID arrays where consistency is more valuable than peak speed.

SATA 6Gbps Interface and Connectivity Standardization

The SATA 6Gbps interface used in the HPE 713842-B21 ensures compatibility across a wide range of HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems. This interface provides sufficient bandwidth for midline storage operations while maintaining backward compatibility with existing SATA infrastructure. The 6Gbps signaling rate supports efficient data transfer between host controller and drive, reducing bottlenecks in multi-drive environments. The standardized interface also simplifies maintenance, replacement, and scalability in enterprise deployments.

Design and Physical Integration

2.5 Inch SFF Design for High-Density Storage Environments

The 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) design of the HPE 713842-B21 enables significantly higher storage density compared to traditional 3.5-inch drives. This compact design is essential for modern data centers where rack space optimization directly impacts operational costs. Servers equipped with SFF bays can accommodate a larger number of drives per chassis, allowing storage capacities to scale efficiently without increasing physical footprint.

Smart Drive Carrier (SC) Integration for Hot-Swap Functionality

The Smart Drive Carrier system enhances operational efficiency by enabling hot-swappable drive replacement without system downtime. This feature is critical in enterprise environments where uptime is a priority. The carrier ensures secure mounting, proper alignment, and seamless electrical connection with server backplanes. It also provides visual status indicators that assist system administrators in quickly identifying drive health and operational status within large storage arrays.

Performance Optimization in Enterprise Storage Environments

Sequential Read and Write Efficiency

The HPE 713842-B21 is optimized for sequential data access patterns commonly found in backup systems, archival storage, and large dataset processing. The drive’s firmware and mechanical design work together to reduce seek overhead during continuous read/write operations. This makes it particularly effective in environments where data is written in large blocks rather than small random transactions.

Workload Balancing Across RAID Configurations

In RAID arrays, multiple HPE midline drives work together to distribute workload evenly across all disks. This improves both performance and redundancy. RAID configurations such as RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 benefit from the predictable behavior of 7.2K RPM SATA drives. The consistency in performance allows storage controllers to optimize striping and parity calculations, resulting in improved system stability and fault tolerance.

Latency Management and Throughput Stability

Although midline drives are not designed for ultra-low latency workloads, they provide stable and predictable response times. This consistency is critical in enterprise systems where fluctuating latency can affect application performance. The HPE 713842-B21 maintains steady throughput under sustained load conditions, ensuring reliable performance in continuous operation environments.

Media Storage and Content Distribution Systems

The HPE 713842-B21 is also well-suited for media storage systems where large files such as videos, images, and audio archives are stored and distributed. These workloads benefit from high capacity and consistent sequential read performance. Content delivery systems often utilize such drives to store large media libraries that are accessed by multiple users simultaneously.

Enterprise Archival and Compliance Storage

Archival systems require long-term data retention with minimal access frequency. This drive category supports compliance-driven storage requirements in industries such as finance, healthcare, and government. Data integrity and durability are prioritized over speed, making midline SATA drives an optimal solution for archival workloads.

Integration with HPE Server Ecosystems

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

This drive category is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant server families, enabling seamless integration into existing enterprise infrastructure. The Smart Drive Carrier design ensures proper alignment with HPE backplanes, reducing installation complexity and minimizing configuration errors during deployment.

Storage Controller Optimization and Firmware Synchronization

HPE storage controllers are optimized to work with midline SATA drives, ensuring efficient command handling and data flow management. Firmware synchronization between drives and controllers enhances system stability and ensures consistent performance across multiple drive arrays.

Scalability in Modular Storage Architectures

The modular nature of HPE storage systems allows organizations to scale storage capacity by simply adding additional drives. The HPE 713842-B21 fits into this architecture by providing a cost-effective expansion option that does not require major infrastructure changes. This scalability is essential for growing businesses and expanding data centers.