P28586-B21 HPE 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS HDD

HPE 1.2TB SAS 12GBPS HDD

The HPE P28586-B21 is a high-performance enterprise-grade hard disk drive engineered for reliability and speed. Designed for modern data centers, this 2.5-inch HDD delivers consistent performance with a 10K RPM spindle speed and SAS 12Gbps interface.

General Details

• Brand: HPE
• Model Number: P28586-B21
• Device Category: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 1.2TB
• Rotation Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Mounting Type: Internal

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus Series

Supported DL Models

• DL20 (Gen10+)
• DL345 (Gen10+)
• DL360 (Gen10+)
• DL365 (Gen10+)
• DL380 (Gen10+)

HPE ProLiant Gen11 Series

Supported DL Models

• DL110 (Gen11)
• DL320 (Gen11)
• DL325 (Gen11)
• DL345 (Gen11)
• DL360 (Gen11)
• DL365 (Gen11)
• DL380 (Gen11)
• DL380a (Gen11)
• DL385 (Gen11)
• DL560 (Gen11)

Supported ML Models

• ML30 (Gen11)
• ML110 (Gen11)
• ML350 (Gen11)

Supported RL Models

• RL300 (Gen11)

HPE ProLiant Gen12 Series

Supported DL Models

• DL320 (Gen12)
• DL325 (Gen12)
• DL340 (Gen12)
• DL360 (Gen12)
• DL380 (Gen12)
• DL580 (Gen12)

Supported ML Models

• ML350 (Gen12)

HPE Synergy Systems

Compute Modules

• 480 (Gen12)

HPE P28586-B21 1.2TB SAS 12GBPS Hard Disk Drive Overview

The HPE P28586-B21 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Hard Disk Drive represents a crucial segment within enterprise storage solutions, offering a balanced combination of speed, reliability, and scalability for data-intensive environments. This category focuses on high-performance SAS drives engineered specifically for enterprise servers, storage arrays, and mission-critical workloads. Designed with advanced rotational speed and robust data throughput capabilities, this drive is optimized for organizations requiring consistent performance under demanding conditions.

Understanding the Role of SAS Drives in Enterprise Infrastructure

Serial Attached SCSI technology has long been recognized as a backbone for enterprise-grade storage due to its superior reliability, full-duplex communication, and ability to handle multiple simultaneous data requests. Within this category, the HPE P28586-B21 stands out as a mid-capacity, high-speed drive that bridges the gap between cost efficiency and performance optimization. SAS drives are particularly suitable for applications such as database management systems, virtualization platforms, and transactional workloads that demand low latency and high input/output operations per second.

Architecture and Interface Advantages

The 12Gbps SAS interface ensures faster data transfer rates compared to traditional SATA drives, enabling smoother operations in environments where data is continuously accessed and written. The dual-port architecture inherent in SAS drives enhances redundancy and fault tolerance, allowing seamless failover in case of path failure. This is critical for enterprise environments where downtime can lead to significant operational and financial losses.

Enterprise Integration Capabilities

Drives in this category are engineered to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant servers and compatible storage systems. The firmware and hardware optimizations ensure compatibility, improved error correction, and predictive failure analysis, which collectively contribute to enhanced system uptime and reliability.

Key Optimization with 10K RPM Speed

The rotational speed of 10,000 RPM plays a significant role in determining the performance characteristics of this drive category. Faster spindle speeds reduce seek times and latency, enabling quicker data retrieval and improved system responsiveness. This makes the HPE P28586-B21 particularly suitable for workloads that require rapid access to frequently used data.

Latency Reduction and Faster Data Access

Lower latency is essential in enterprise applications such as online transaction processing and real-time analytics. The 10K RPM speed ensures that data can be accessed with minimal delay, improving overall application performance and user experience. This is especially important in environments where milliseconds can impact productivity and decision-making.

Balanced Performance and Energy Efficiency

While higher RPM drives such as 15K variants offer even faster speeds, the 10K RPM category strikes a balance between performance and energy consumption. This makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking to optimize operational costs without compromising on performance.

Capacity Considerations and Data Management

With a storage capacity of 1.2TB, this drive category caters to medium-scale data storage requirements within enterprise environments. It is particularly useful for applications that require a balance between storage density and performance.

Advanced Error Correction Mechanisms

Enterprise SAS drives incorporate advanced error correction technologies that detect and correct data errors in real time. This ensures data integrity and minimizes the risk of data loss, which is essential for mission-critical applications.

Predictive Failure Analysis

Predictive failure analysis tools monitor the health of the drive and provide early warnings of potential issues. This allows IT administrators to take proactive measures, such as replacing a failing drive before it leads to system downtime.

Enhanced Build Quality

The robust construction of these drives ensures durability under demanding conditions. They are designed to operate in high-temperature environments and withstand vibrations, making them suitable for data centers and enterprise server rooms.

Virtualization Environments

In virtualized environments, multiple virtual machines share the same physical resources. This requires storage solutions that can handle high I/O demands without performance degradation. The 10K RPM SAS drive is well-suited for such scenarios, providing consistent performance across multiple workloads.

Cloud and Data Center Applications

Cloud computing and data centers rely on reliable and scalable storage solutions. This drive category supports the high availability and performance requirements of cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless service delivery to end users.

Compatibility and System Integration

Compatibility is a key consideration when selecting enterprise storage solutions. The HPE P28586-B21 is designed to work seamlessly with HPE servers and storage systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Hot-Swap Capabilities

Hot-swappable design allows drives to be replaced without shutting down the system. This minimizes downtime and ensures continuous operation, which is critical in enterprise environments.

Data Security and Protection Features

Data security is a top priority for organizations, and this category of drives includes features designed to protect sensitive information.

Secure Data Handling

Advanced security features ensure that data is stored and transmitted securely. This is particularly important for organizations dealing with sensitive or confidential information.

RAID Support for Data Redundancy

RAID configurations provide data redundancy, ensuring that data remains accessible even in the event of a drive failure. This enhances data protection and minimizes the risk of data loss.