881785-H21 HPE SATA 12TB 7.2K RPM Hard Drive

HPE SATA 12TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS HDD

The HPE 881785-H21 is a high-capacity enterprise-grade storage solution engineered for reliability, scalability, and performance in demanding business environments.

General Information

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number: 881785-H21
• Device Type: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 12 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
• Interface: SATA 6 Gbps
• Bytes per Sector: 512
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier (SC)
• Plug Type: Hot-Plug
• Workload Type: Business-Critical Midline

Performance Metrics

Transfer & Speed

• External Data Rate: 6 Gb/sec
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Average Seek Time: 8 ms
• Maximum Seek Time: 16 ms
• Track-to-Track Seek Time: 0.23 ms
• Max Sequential Throughput: 235 MiB/s

Input/Output Operations

• 128Kib Random Read: 105 IOPS
• 128Kib Random 70% Read / 30% Write: 115 IOPS
• 128Kib Random 50% Read / 50% Write: 125 IOPS

Connectivity & Expansion

• Interface: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 3.5-inch LFF

Power Efficiency

Consumption Levels

• Idle Mode: 6.30 W
• Random Read/Write: 8.50 W
• Sequential Read: 8.20 W
• Sequential Write: 7.70 W

Physical Dimensions

• Height: 2.68 cm
• Width: 10.58 cm
• Depth: 17.00 cm

Environmental Parameters

• Maximum Operating Temperature: 95 °F
• Minimum Operating Temperature: 50 °F

Compatibility Information

• Large Solution with HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 (3.5-inch)
• Medium Solution with HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 (3.5-inch)
• Small Solution with HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 (3.5-inch)

HPE ProLiant DL Series

• DL20 Gen9 (Base, Entry, Performance, Solution, Special Server)
• DL360 Gen10 (Base, Entry, High Performance, SMB, Network Choice, Cohesity, CTERA, Weka, SAP HANA)
• DL380 Gen10 (Base, Entry, SMB, High Performance, Hybrid, Cohesity, Datera, SAP HANA, CTERA)
• DL385 Gen10 (Base, Entry, High Performance, SMB, Solution)
• DL388 Gen10
• DL60 Gen9 (Base, Entry)
• DL80 Gen9 (Base, Entry)

HPE 881785-H21 SATA 12TB 7.2K RPM Hard Disk Drive Overview

The HPE 881785-H21 SATA 12TB 7.2K RPM Hard Disk Drive represents a robust and scalable storage solution designed for enterprise environments that demand reliability, high capacity, and consistent performance. As data volumes continue to expand across industries, organizations require storage systems that can handle intensive workloads without compromising efficiency. This category of enterprise-grade hard disk drives is engineered to meet such needs by delivering a balance between storage density and operational stability. Built with advanced technologies and optimized firmware, the drive is particularly suitable for data centers, cloud storage infrastructures, and mission-critical applications.

Enterprise Storage Evolution and Demand

In recent years, the exponential growth of digital data has pushed organizations to seek high-capacity storage solutions capable of handling both structured and unstructured data. The 12TB capacity offered by this hard drive aligns with modern storage demands, allowing businesses to consolidate storage systems while minimizing physical footprint. The SATA interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of server architectures, making it a flexible choice for IT administrators seeking cost-effective scalability.

Importance of High-Capacity Drives

High-capacity drives such as the HPE 881785-H21 reduce the need for multiple smaller drives, thereby lowering power consumption, cooling requirements, and maintenance complexity. This contributes to improved operational efficiency within data centers. Organizations dealing with large-scale data analytics, video storage, backup systems, and archival solutions particularly benefit from such high-density storage configurations.

Data Growth and Storage Optimization

As enterprises increasingly adopt data-driven strategies, storage optimization becomes a critical component of IT infrastructure planning. Drives in this category are designed to handle continuous read and write operations, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy workloads. Their ability to store massive datasets while maintaining reliability makes them indispensable in modern computing environments.

Rotational Speed and Its Impact

A 7.2K RPM drive is widely regarded as a standard for enterprise storage solutions where performance must be balanced with power efficiency. While faster drives exist, they often consume more energy and generate additional heat. The 7,200 RPM speed ensures adequate performance for most enterprise workloads without significantly increasing operational costs.

Interface and Connectivity

The SATA interface used in this drive ensures ease of integration into existing systems. SATA remains one of the most widely adopted interfaces in enterprise environments due to its cost-effectiveness and reliability. It supports high data transfer rates while maintaining backward compatibility, allowing organizations to upgrade their storage infrastructure without extensive modifications.

Data Centers and Cloud Storage

In data center environments, storage reliability and scalability are paramount. The HPE 881785-H21 drive provides the capacity needed to store large volumes of data while ensuring consistent performance. Its compatibility with enterprise servers and storage arrays makes it a preferred choice for cloud service providers and hosting companies.

Reliability and Data Integrity

Reliability is a key consideration when selecting enterprise storage solutions. The HPE 881785-H21 SATA hard drive is designed to deliver consistent performance over extended periods, even in demanding environments. It incorporates advanced technologies to ensure data integrity and minimize the risk of data loss.

Durability and Longevity

Durability is another important factor in enterprise storage solutions. The HPE 881785-H21 drive is built to withstand continuous operation, making it suitable for 24/7 environments. Its robust design ensures long-term reliability, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimizing downtime.

RAID Compatibility

The drive’s compatibility with RAID configurations enhances its reliability by providing redundancy and fault tolerance. RAID systems allow data to be distributed across multiple drives, ensuring that data remains accessible even in the event of a drive failure.

Compatibility and Integration

The HPE 881785-H21 SATA hard drive is designed for seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures. Its compatibility with a wide range of servers and storage systems ensures that organizations can easily incorporate it into their existing setups.

Server Compatibility

The drive is compatible with various enterprise servers, making it a versatile choice for IT administrators. Its standardized interface ensures easy installation and configuration, reducing deployment time and complexity.