818367-B21 HPE 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS LFF Hard Drive

Overview of HPE 818367-B21 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD

The HPE 818367-B21 4TB 7200RPM SAS 12Gbps LFF (3.5-inch) Midline hard disk drive is engineered to deliver dependable storage performance for modern enterprise workloads. Designed for scalability, reliability, and efficiency, this large form factor (LFF) drive is ideal for businesses that require consistent data access, enhanced throughput, and robust storage capabilities.

General Information

• Manufacturer: HPE 
• Part Number: 818367-B21
• Product Type: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 4TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Ports: Dual SAS ports
• Form factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Dimensions: 4.2 inches (W) x 6.7 inches (D) x 1.1 inches (H)
• Designed for hot-swap drive bays
• Durable construction for enterprise environments

Supported Server Platforms

• HPE ProLiant DL20 Gen9 (3.5-inch)
• HPE ProLiant DL20 Gen9 Entry (3.5-inch)
• HPE ProLiant DL20 Gen9 Performance (3.5-inch)

Performance and Transfer Details

• External transfer rate: 1.2Gbps
• Bytes per sector: 512
• Efficient data handling capabilities

Physical Details

• Width: 4.2 inches
• Depth: 6.7 inches
• Height: 1.1 inches
• Compatible with 3.5-inch hot-swap bays

The HPE 818367-B21 4TB 7.2K RPM SAS 12GBPS Midline HDD

The HPE 818367-B21 Midline 4TB 7.2K LFF 12G SAS HDD represents a reliable and scalable storage solution engineered for modern enterprise environments that demand consistent performance, high capacity, and long-term durability. Designed to meet the growing needs of data-intensive applications, this large form factor (LFF) hard disk drive delivers a balance between cost-efficiency and dependable throughput, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking optimized storage infrastructures.

Optimized Capacity 

As data volumes continue to grow exponentially across industries, businesses require storage devices that can accommodate large datasets without compromising efficiency. The 4TB capacity of this midline hard drive provides ample room for storing critical business information, including databases, backup archives, multimedia files, and virtual machine environments. This capacity ensures that enterprises can consolidate storage resources while minimizing the need for frequent hardware upgrades.

Performance of 7.2K RPM Midline Drives

The rotational speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM) positions this drive within the midline category, offering a balanced combination of performance and affordability. While not designed for ultra-high-speed transactional workloads, it provides sufficient performance for a wide range of applications, including file sharing, backups, and nearline storage.

Consistent Performance

The drive’s performance profile ensures steady data transfer rates, making it suitable for workloads that require reliable access to large volumes of data. Its ability to maintain consistent throughput is particularly beneficial for sequential read and write operations commonly found in backup and archival processes.

12Gb/s SAS Interface

The 12Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface enhances the overall data transfer capabilities of the HPE 818367-B21 HDD, ensuring efficient communication between the drive and the host system. This advanced interface provides significant improvements over previous generations, enabling faster data access and improved system responsiveness.

Dual-Port Connectivity for Redundancy

One of the key advantages of SAS technology is its dual-port architecture, which provides redundancy and failover capabilities. This ensures continuous data availability even in the event of a path failure, making it a reliable choice for mission-critical applications.

Large Form Factor (LFF) Design

The 3.5-inch large form factor design of this hard drive offers several advantages, particularly in terms of capacity and thermal management. LFF drives are commonly used in enterprise storage systems where maximizing storage density is a priority.

Higher Storage Density per Drive Bay

The larger physical size allows for greater storage capacity compared to smaller form factor drives, enabling organizations to store more data within the same number of drive bays.

Compatibility with Enterprise Systems

This drive is designed to integrate seamlessly with compatible HPE servers and storage arrays, ensuring optimal performance and ease of deployment within existing infrastructures.

Midline Storage Classification

Midline hard drives are specifically designed for applications that require a balance between performance, capacity, and cost. They are ideal for environments where data is accessed less frequently but still needs to be readily available.

Backup and Archival Storage

The HPE 818367-B21 HDD is well-suited for backup and archival purposes, where large volumes of data must be stored securely for extended periods. Its capacity and reliability make it an excellent choice for safeguarding critical business information.

Integration with HPE Server and Storage Solutions

The HPE 818367-B21 HDD is specifically designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems. This compatibility ensures optimal performance and simplifies deployment within enterprise environments.