HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD with Tray - Proliant Gen9/Gen10

HPE Enterprise 1.8 TB Hard Drive Features

Key Specifications

• Product Name: HPE Enterprise Hard Drive - 1.8 TB SAS 12Gb/s
• Type: Hot-swappable hard disk for quick replacements
• Storage Capacity: 1.8 TB, ideal for data-intensive applications
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s for high-speed connectivity
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 1.2 Gbps for rapid data movement
• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM for efficient performance
• Special Features: Digitally Signed Firmware for enhanced security
• Bundled Accessory: Includes HPE SmartDrive Carrier for easy installation

Extended Specifications

Device Details

• Device Type: Hot-swappable hard drive, ensuring minimal downtime
• Storage Capacity: 1.8 TB for significant data storage needs
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF for compact integration
• Interface Type: SAS 12Gb/s for optimized data transfer speeds
• Bytes Per Sector: 512 bytes for efficient data management
• Included Features: Digitally Signed Firmware for security and integrity
• Bundled with: HPE SmartDrive Carrier for seamless integration

Performance

Speed and Efficiency

• Drive Transfer Rate: Capable of 1.2 Gbps for external data transfer
• Spindle Speed: Operates at 10,000 RPM for quick access and retrieval

Expansion and Connectivity Options

Interface and Compatibility

• Interface: One SAS 12Gb/s port for fast and reliable connectivity
• Compatible Bays: Designed for 2.5-inch SFF slots

Optimal Solutions

• Compatible with Nimble Storage DHCI large solutions utilizing HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10
• Medium solutions with HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10
• Small solutions with HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10
• HPE ProLiant BL460c Gen10 and Gen9
• HPE ProLiant DL180 Gen10, DL20 Gen10, and DL20 Gen9
• HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10, DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, and DL385 Gen10
• HPE ProLiant DL388 Gen10 and Gen9
• HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen10 and DL580 Gen10
• HPE ProLiant ML110 Gen10, ML30 Gen10, and ML30 Gen9
• HPE ProLiant ML350 Gen10
• HPE ProLiant XL270d Gen9 and Synergy 480 Gen10
• HPE ProLiant 660 Gen10

Compatibility

The HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD Hard Drive is specifically designed for compatibility with the Proliant Gen9/Gen10 servers. This compatibility feature ensures seamless integration and optimal performance when used with these server models.

Benefits of Proliant Gen9/Gen10 Compatibility

Enhanced Performance

The compatibility with Proliant Gen9/Gen10 servers ensures that the HPE 1.8TB SAS HDD operates at its full potential. With a perfect fit for these servers, users can experience enhanced performance, faster data access, and improved overall efficiency. This compatibility eliminates any potential bottlenecks and allows for maximum utilization of the hard drive's capabilities.

Reliability and Stability

By using a hard drive specifically designed for Proliant Gen9/Gen10 servers, users can rely on the stability and reliability of their system. The compatibility ensures seamless communication between the server and the hard drive, minimizing the risk of data corruption or loss. This reliability is crucial for businesses that require continuous operation without any interruptions.

Simplified Integration and Management

The compatibility feature simplifies the integration process and makes it easier for IT administrators to manage the system. With plug-and-play functionality, users can quickly install the hard drive into their Proliant Gen9/Gen10 server without any additional configuration or complex setup procedures. This saves valuable time and resources, allowing IT teams to focus on other critical tasks.

Future-Proof Investment

Investing in a compatible hard drive ensures that your infrastructure is future-proofed. As technology advances and server models evolve, having a compatible hard drive means that you can easily upgrade your system without worrying about compatibility issues. This flexibility allows businesses to adapt to changing needs and scale their infrastructure efficiently.

Interface

The HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD Hard Drive features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface. This interface provides several benefits and is an essential feature for users seeking high-performance storage solutions.

Benefits of SAS Interface

High Data Transfer Rates

The SAS interface offers high data transfer rates, making it an ideal choice for applications that require fast and reliable storage performance. With a 12Gbps data transfer rate, users can experience significantly faster data access, reduced latency, and improved overall system responsiveness. This is particularly important in scenarios where quick access to data is critical, such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing.

Scalability and Flexibility

The SAS interface provides excellent scalability and flexibility. With support for multiple devices connected in a daisy-chain configuration, users can easily expand their storage capacity without the need for additional controllers or complicated setups. This flexibility allows businesses to scale their storage infrastructure as their needs grow, ensuring they can accommodate increasing data volumes without hassle.

Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure

The SAS interface is backward compatible with SATA (Serial ATA), making it compatible with a wide range of existing storage systems. This compatibility ensures that users can leverage the benefits of SAS technology without requiring a complete overhaul of their infrastructure. It allows for a smooth transition from SATA to SAS, providing an upgrade path for users who require higher performance and reliability.

Capacity

The HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD Hard Drive offers a capacity of 1.8TB. This generous storage capacity provides users with ample space to store large amounts of data, ensuring they have enough room for their growing storage needs.

Benefits of 1.8TB Capacity

Expanded Storage Options

With a capacity of 1.8TB, users can store a vast amount of data, including documents, multimedia files, databases, and more. This expanded storage option allows businesses to consolidate their data onto a single drive, reducing the need for multiple drives and simplifying storage management. It also provides ample space for future growth and ensures that users won't run out of storage anytime soon.

Streamlined Data Organization

Having a larger storage capacity enables users to organize their data more efficiently. They can allocate specific sections or partitions for different purposes, such as separating operating systems, applications, and user data. This streamlined organization enhances data accessibility and simplifies backup and recovery processes. Users can easily locate and retrieve specific files or folders without wasting time searching through a cluttered storage system.

Reduced Hardware Costs

By utilizing a high-capacity hard drive like the HPE 1.8TB SAS HDD, users can reduce their hardware costs. With fewer drives needed to achieve the desired storage capacity, businesses can save on initial investments and ongoing maintenance expenses. Additionally, having a single drive instead of multiple smaller drives reduces power consumption, cooling requirements, and overall physical space requirements.

Speed

The HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD Hard Drive operates at a speed of 10K RPM (Rotations Per Minute). This high rotational speed contributes to faster data access and improved system performance.

Benefits of 10K RPM Speed

Fast Data Access

The 10K RPM speed ensures that data is accessed quickly, resulting in reduced latency and improved application responsiveness. It is particularly beneficial for I/O-intensive tasks and applications that require frequent data access, such as databases, virtualization, and online transaction processing. Users can experience smoother operation and faster execution of tasks, enhancing overall productivity.

Optimized Performance

The high rotational speed of 10K RPM optimizes the performance of the hard drive. It enables faster reading and writing of data, resulting in shorter loading times for applications and files. This optimized performance translates into improved user experience, as users can work with large files or run resource-intensive applications without experiencing significant slowdowns or performance bottlenecks.

Enhanced Multitasking

The 10K RPM speed allows the hard drive to handle multiple tasks simultaneously more efficiently. With faster data access, the hard drive can quickly retrieve and process data from different applications or files, enabling seamless multitasking. This benefit is crucial for users who often work with multiple applications simultaneously or engage in resource-demanding tasks that require efficient data retrieval.

Hot Swap

The HPE 1.8TB SAS 12GBPS 10K RPM Hot Swap Enterprise HDD Hard Drive features a hot swap capability, allowing users to replace or add drives without powering down their server. This feature offers several benefits and is highly valued in environments where uninterrupted operation is critical.

Benefits of Hot Swap Capability

Minimized Downtime

The hot swap capability minimizes downtime by allowing users to replace or add drives on the fly. In case of a drive failure, the faulty drive can be easily removed and replaced with a new one without interrupting the server's operation. This ensures continuous availability of services and prevents any potential loss of data or productivity due to extended system downtime.

Improved Fault Tolerance

By enabling hot swapping, users can enhance the fault tolerance of their system. In a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) configuration, hot swapping ensures that the failed drive is swiftly replaced with a new one, allowing for automatic data recovery and maintaining data integrity. This feature is particularly crucial in mission-critical environments where data redundancy and fault tolerance are paramount.

Efficient Maintenance and Upgrades

Hot swapping simplifies maintenance and upgrades by eliminating the need to power down the server. IT administrators can easily add or replace drives while the system is running, saving time and avoiding disruptions. This feature is especially valuable in scenarios where scheduled maintenance or regular upgrades are required, as it allows businesses to keep their infrastructure up to date without sacrificing uptime.

Flexibility and Scalability

The hot swap capability offers flexibility and scalability, allowing users to adapt their storage infrastructure to changing needs. It enables effortless expansion of storage capacity by adding new drives without interrupting ongoing operations. This flexibility ensures that businesses can scale their storage infrastructure efficiently, accommodating growing data volumes without causing disruptions or requiring significant investments in additional hardware.