K2P93A HPE 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS SFF Hard Drive with Tray

HPE 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS SFF HDD

The HPE K2P93A is a high-performance 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12Gbps Small Form Factor (SFF) hard disk drive with tray, designed for enterprise workloads and optimized for HPE ProLiant servers and StoreServ 3PAR systems.

General Details

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: K2P93A
• Device Type: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Capacity: 1.2TB
• Bytes per Sector: 512
• Drive Technology: Air-filled
• Carrier Type: StoreServ 3PAR Carrier
• Plug Type: Hot-Pluggable
• Workload: 3PAR optimized
• Features: Dual Port
• Bundled With: HPE StoreServ 3PAR Carrier
• Supported Platforms: HPE ProLiant Rack, Tower, BladeSystem, Synergy

Performance Details

• Rotation Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Transfer Rate (Max): 12Gb/sec
• Average Seek Time: 3.7 ms
• Maximum Seek Time: 7.3 ms
• Track-to-Track Seek Time: 0.1 ms

Interface Options

• Interface: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF

Operating Conditions

• Minimum Operating Temperature: 50°F (10°C)
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 95°F (35°C)

Smaller Capacity Drives

• ProLiant SAS 36GB 3G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 36GB 3G 15K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 72GB 3G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 72GB 3G 15K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 72GB 6G 15K 2.5"

Mid-Range Capacity Drives

• ProLiant SAS 146GB 3G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 146GB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 146GB 3G 15K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 146GB 6G 15K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 300GB 3G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 300GB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 300GB 6G 15K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 300GB 12G 15K 2.5"

High-Capacity Drives

• ProLiant SAS 450GB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 500GB 6G 7.2K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 600GB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 600GB 12G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 900GB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 900GB 12G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 1TB 6G 7.2K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 1.2TB 6G 10K 2.5"
• ProLiant SAS 1.2TB 12G 10K 2.5"

K2P93A 1.2TB 10K RPM SFF Hard Disk Drive Overview

The HPE K2P93A 1.2TB 10K RPM SAS 12GBPS Small Form Factor hard disk drive with tray represents a critical component within enterprise storage ecosystems, delivering a balance of speed, reliability, and efficiency tailored for modern data centers. Designed specifically for Hewlett Packard Enterprise server environments, this drive belongs to a category of high-performance storage devices that prioritize consistent throughput, durability under heavy workloads, and seamless compatibility with enterprise-grade systems. Organizations that rely on transactional processing, virtualization environments, and data-intensive applications benefit significantly from the performance characteristics and design standards embodied in this class of drives.

Enterprise-Class Key and Reliability

The defining feature of the HPE K2P93A hard disk drive category lies in its ability to sustain high performance under continuous workloads. Operating at 10,000 revolutions per minute, this drive ensures faster data access compared to traditional lower-RPM drives, reducing latency and enhancing application responsiveness. The 12Gbps SAS interface further amplifies performance by enabling high-speed data transfer between the storage device and server infrastructure, making it suitable for mission-critical environments where downtime or delays are unacceptable.

Reliability is another cornerstone of this category. Enterprise hard drives such as the K2P93A are engineered with advanced error correction mechanisms, rotational vibration tolerance, and enhanced firmware to ensure consistent operation in multi-drive arrays. Unlike consumer-grade drives, these are tested rigorously to meet strict endurance standards, ensuring they can handle constant read/write cycles without degradation in performance or data integrity.

SAS 12Gbps Interface Advantages

The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gbps interface is a defining characteristic of this category, offering significant advantages over SATA-based solutions. SAS drives provide dual-port connectivity, enabling redundancy and improved data availability in enterprise storage architectures. This feature is particularly valuable in RAID configurations and high-availability systems, where maintaining uninterrupted access to data is essential.

Another advantage of the SAS interface is its ability to handle multiple simultaneous data streams efficiently. This makes it ideal for environments with high input/output operations per second (IOPS) requirements. The 12Gbps bandwidth ensures that data transfer bottlenecks are minimized, allowing servers to process information rapidly and efficiently.

Enhanced Scalability and Flexibility

Drives within this category are designed to integrate seamlessly into scalable storage infrastructures. Whether deployed in small server setups or large-scale data centers, the HPE K2P93A offers flexibility in configuration and expansion. The small form factor design allows for higher drive density within server enclosures, enabling organizations to maximize storage capacity without increasing physical footprint.

Scalability is crucial for growing businesses that need to adapt to increasing data demands. This category supports modular expansion, allowing additional drives to be integrated into existing systems without disrupting operations. This ensures that organizations can scale their storage infrastructure in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

Small Form Factor (SFF) Design Benefits

The small form factor design of the HPE K2P93A drive is a significant advantage in modern data centers where space optimization is critical. By utilizing a compact 2.5-inch form factor, this category of drives allows for greater storage density compared to larger 3.5-inch alternatives. This enables administrators to deploy more drives within the same physical space, increasing overall storage capacity while maintaining efficient airflow and cooling.

In addition to space savings, SFF drives contribute to improved energy efficiency. Smaller drives typically consume less power, reducing operational costs and minimizing heat generation. This aligns with the growing emphasis on energy-efficient data center operations, where reducing power consumption and cooling requirements is a priority.

Integrated Tray for Seamless Deployment

The inclusion of a tray with the HPE K2P93A drive enhances its usability and compatibility with HPE server systems. The tray ensures secure mounting and proper alignment within server bays, simplifying installation and reducing the risk of damage during deployment. This feature is particularly valuable in environments where drives are frequently replaced or upgraded.

Hot-swappable functionality is another advantage provided by the tray design. This allows administrators to replace or add drives without shutting down the system, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation. In mission-critical environments, this capability is essential for maintaining service availability and meeting operational requirements.

Support for Mission-Critical Systems

Mission-critical systems require storage solutions that can deliver consistent performance and reliability. The HPE K2P93A category meets these requirements through robust engineering and enterprise-grade components. Industries such as finance, healthcare, and telecommunications rely on these drives to support critical operations and ensure data integrity.

In addition to performance and reliability, security is a key consideration in these environments. Enterprise drives often include features such as secure firmware and data protection mechanisms, helping organizations safeguard sensitive information and comply with regulatory requirements.

Compatibility with HPE Server Ecosystem

One of the key advantages of the HPE K2P93A drive category is its seamless compatibility with HPE server systems. These drives are specifically designed and tested to work with HPE ProLiant and other enterprise servers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This compatibility reduces the risk of integration issues and ensures that the drive operates as intended within the server environment.

HPE’s rigorous testing and certification processes ensure that each drive meets strict quality standards. This provides organizations with confidence in the reliability and performance of their storage infrastructure, reducing the risk of unexpected failures and downtime.