QR479A HPE M6612 3TB 7.2K RPM LFF SAS 6GBPS Internal Hard Drive

Overview of HPE QR479A M6612 3TB 7.2K RPM Hard Drive

The HPE QR479A 3TB SAS hard drive is engineered for enterprise-level storage environments, delivering reliable performance, scalable capacity, and consistent data throughput. Designed for midline workloads, this high-capacity drive is optimized for servers and storage arrays requiring efficient data handling and long-term durability.

General Information

• Brand: HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)
• Part Number: QR479A
• Product Type: Hard Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 3TB (Terabytes)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
• Interface Type: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
• Interface Speed: 6Gbps
• Number of Interfaces: 1 x SAS 6Gb/s
• External Data Transfer Rate: Up to 600 MB/s
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Performance Class: Midline storage optimization
• Dual Port Capability: Yes

Supported Model Variants

This enterprise HDD supports multiple model identifiers, ensuring compatibility across various system configurations:

• MB3000FBNWV
• MB3000FBUCN
• MB3000FCZGK
• MB3000FCWDH

Assembly Part Numbers

• 625030-001
• 638521-002
• 698695-002
• 695507-003

The HPE QR479A M6612 3TB 7.2K RPM SAS 6GBPS Hard Drive

The HPE QR479A M6612 3TB 7.2K RPM LFF SAS 6Gbps Internal Hard Drive represents a critical component in modern enterprise storage environments, designed to meet the rigorous demands of data centers, cloud infrastructures, and business-critical applications. This category of enterprise-grade hard drives is engineered to deliver consistent performance, high reliability, and seamless scalability, making it an essential solution for organizations that rely heavily on structured and unstructured data processing. Built with advanced Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) technology, this storage device ensures superior data transfer integrity and performance stability compared to traditional SATA drives.

6Gbps SAS Technology

Serial Attached SCSI technology forms the backbone of enterprise storage systems, offering significant advantages in terms of speed, reliability, and scalability. The HPE QR479A leverages a 6Gbps SAS interface, which provides faster data throughput and enhanced command queuing capabilities. This ensures efficient handling of multiple simultaneous data requests, a crucial requirement in high-demand server environments. The dual-port architecture further enhances redundancy and fault tolerance, allowing continuous data access even in the event of a path failure.

Advantages of 6Gbps SAS Interface

The 6Gbps SAS interface delivers improved bandwidth and reduced latency, making it ideal for applications requiring rapid data access and processing. This interface also supports full-duplex communication, enabling simultaneous read and write operations. The result is optimized performance across various workloads, including virtualization, database management, and transactional processing systems.

Performance of 7.2K RPM Drives

The rotational speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute positions this drive within the midline performance category, balancing cost efficiency with reliable throughput. While not as fast as high-performance 10K or 15K RPM drives, the 7.2K RPM configuration provides ample speed for bulk storage, backup solutions, and archival systems. This makes it an excellent choice for organizations seeking to optimize storage costs without compromising on reliability.

Large Form Factor (LFF)

The large form factor (LFF) 3.5-inch design of the HPE QR479A provides several advantages in enterprise storage systems. LFF drives offer higher storage capacities compared to small form factor (SFF) drives, making them ideal for applications where maximizing storage density is more critical than achieving ultra-high performance.

Compatibility with Enterprise Servers

The HPE QR479A is designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant servers and storage arrays, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance. Its hot-swappable design allows for easy installation and replacement without system downtime, enhancing operational efficiency.

Hot-Plug Functionality

Hot-plug capability is a crucial feature in enterprise storage systems, allowing drives to be replaced or upgraded without shutting down the system. The HPE QR479A supports hot-swapping, enabling IT administrators to perform maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to business operations.

Backup and Archival Systems

The 3TB capacity and cost-effective performance make this drive an excellent choice for backup and archival purposes. Organizations can store large volumes of historical data securely, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Scalability and Future-Proofing

As data requirements continue to grow, scalability becomes a critical consideration for enterprise storage solutions. The HPE QR479A supports scalable storage architectures, allowing organizations to expand their storage capacity as needed.

Flexible Storage Expansion

The drive can be integrated into various storage configurations, including RAID arrays and storage area networks (SANs). This flexibility enables organizations to adapt their storage infrastructure to changing requirements.

Compatibility with Modern Storage Systems

The SAS interface ensures compatibility with modern storage systems, providing a future-proof solution that can be integrated into evolving IT environments.