P28352-X21 HPE SAS 2.4TB 10K RPM Internal Hard Drive 12GBPS

HPE SAS 12GBPS 2.4TB 10K RPM HDD

The HPE P28352-X21 is a high-performance internal hard disk engineered for enterprise workloads. With a robust design and advanced technology, it ensures reliability and speed for mission-critical applications.

General Details

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number: P28352-X21
• Device Type: Hard Disk Drive

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 2.4 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Interface: SAS 12Gbps
• Sector Size: 512 bytes
• Technology: Air-filled
• Plug Type: Hot Plug
• Format: 512e Advanced Format
• Carrier: Basic Carrier (BC)
• Workload: Mission Critical

Performance Details

Speed & Transfer Rates

• Transfer Rate: 12 Gbps external
• Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
• Max Sequential Throughput: 255 MiB/s

Connectivity & Expansion

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

Environmental Parameters

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

Power Consumption

• Idle: 4.80 Watts
• Random Read/Write: 6.00 Watts
• Sequential Read: 7.80 Watts
• Sequential Write: 6.60 Watts

Dimensions & Weight

• Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
• Width: 8.63 in (21.92 cm)
• Depth: 9.00 in (22.86 cm)
• Weight: 1.10 lbs (0.50 kg)

Compatibility Information

Supported HPE ProLiant DL Series Models

• DL325 Gen10 Plus V2 (2.5-inch)
• DL325 Gen10 Plus V2 Base (2.5-inch)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus Base (2.5-inch)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus Entry (2.5-inch)
• DL360 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)
• DL360 Gen10 Plus Network Choice (2.5-inch)
• DL365 Gen10 Plus (2.5-inch)
• DL380 Gen10 Plus Network Choice (2.5-inch)

P28352-X21 SAS 12GBPS 2.4TB 10K RPM Hard Drive Overview

The HPE P28352-X21 Internal SAS 2.4TB 10K RPM Hard Drive 12Gbps represents a powerful and enterprise-grade storage solution designed for data-intensive environments that demand speed, reliability, and scalability. As organizations continue to generate massive volumes of data across applications, virtualization platforms, and cloud infrastructures, the need for dependable internal storage drives has become more critical than ever. This category of hard drives is specifically engineered to meet the requirements of modern data centers, offering high capacity combined with fast rotational speeds and advanced SAS interface capabilities.

Built for compatibility with enterprise servers, this hard drive category is optimized for continuous operation, making it ideal for mission-critical workloads. Whether used in database management systems, transactional environments, or high-performance computing setups, these drives deliver consistent throughput and low latency. The 2.4TB storage capacity strikes a balance between performance and space efficiency, allowing businesses to store large datasets without compromising speed.

Enterprise-Grade SAS Technology and Its Advantages

Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) technology plays a pivotal role in defining the performance characteristics of this hard drive category. Compared to traditional SATA drives, SAS drives provide superior reliability, better error handling, and significantly higher data transfer rates. The 12Gbps interface ensures rapid communication between the storage device and the server, enabling faster read and write operations.

In enterprise environments, data integrity and uptime are paramount. SAS drives are designed with dual-port connectivity, which enhances redundancy and ensures continuous operation even in the event of a path failure. This feature is particularly beneficial in RAID configurations and clustered storage systems, where maintaining data accessibility is critical.

Enhanced Data Throughput and Low Latency

The 12Gbps SAS interface significantly improves data throughput compared to older 6Gbps systems. This improvement translates into faster application performance, reduced bottlenecks, and improved overall system efficiency. Low latency ensures that data retrieval and storage operations occur almost instantaneously, which is essential for applications such as financial transactions, real-time analytics, and virtual desktop infrastructures.

Key Benefits of 10K RPM Rotational Speed

One of the defining features of this hard drive category is its 10,000 revolutions per minute (RPM) rotational speed. This higher speed allows the drive to access data more quickly compared to standard 7.2K RPM drives. As a result, users experience faster file retrieval, improved multitasking capabilities, and reduced waiting times for data-intensive operations.

The increased rotational speed is particularly advantageous for workloads that require frequent read and write operations. Applications such as database management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and virtualization platforms benefit greatly from the improved performance offered by 10K RPM drives.

Balanced and Power Efficiency

While higher RPM drives generally consume more power, enterprise-grade designs like this category are optimized to balance performance with energy efficiency. Advanced power management features help reduce energy consumption without compromising speed, making these drives suitable for large-scale data centers aiming to maintain operational efficiency.

Capacity and Scalability for Growing Data Needs

The 2.4TB storage capacity offers a substantial amount of space for storing critical business data. This capacity is ideal for organizations that require high-density storage solutions without the need for excessive drive installations. By consolidating storage into fewer drives, businesses can reduce hardware complexity and improve system organization.

Scalability is another key advantage of this category. These drives can be integrated into existing storage infrastructures, allowing organizations to expand their storage capabilities as needed. Whether deployed in standalone servers or large-scale storage arrays, the drives provide flexibility and adaptability to meet evolving data requirements.

Efficient Data Management

With increasing data volumes, efficient data management becomes essential. The 2.4TB capacity enables businesses to store large datasets while maintaining quick access times. This efficiency supports better data organization and retrieval, which is critical for analytics, reporting, and decision-making processes.

Reduced Hardware Footprint

By offering higher capacity within a single drive, this category helps reduce the overall hardware footprint in data centers. Fewer drives mean lower cooling requirements, reduced power consumption, and simplified maintenance, all of which contribute to cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

Compatibility with Enterprise Servers and Storage Systems

The HPE P28352-X21 category is designed to seamlessly integrate with enterprise-grade servers and storage systems. Compatibility with various server architectures ensures that businesses can deploy these drives without extensive modifications to their existing infrastructure. This ease of integration makes them a practical choice for organizations looking to upgrade their storage capabilities.

These drives are often certified for use with specific server models, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Firmware optimization further enhances compatibility by aligning the drive’s operation with the host system’s requirements.

Integration with RAID Configurations

RAID configurations are commonly used in enterprise environments to enhance data redundancy and performance. This hard drive category is fully compatible with various RAID levels, allowing businesses to implement customized storage solutions that meet their specific needs. Whether prioritizing performance, redundancy, or a balance of both, these drives provide the flexibility required for effective RAID deployment.

Support for Virtualized Environments

Virtualization has become a cornerstone of modern IT infrastructure. These drives are optimized to support virtualized workloads, ensuring consistent performance across multiple virtual machines. High IOPS and low latency contribute to smooth virtualization performance, enabling efficient resource utilization and improved system responsiveness.

Durability and Longevity in Demanding Environments

Enterprise storage solutions must withstand continuous operation and demanding workloads. This category of hard drives is built with durability in mind, featuring robust components and advanced engineering that ensure long-term reliability. Designed for 24/7 operation, these drives can handle the rigors of data center environments without compromising performance.

Longevity is a key consideration for businesses seeking to maximize their return on investment. High-quality construction and rigorous testing processes ensure that these drives maintain consistent performance over time, reducing the need for frequent replacements.

Resistance to Wear and Tear

Continuous read and write operations can lead to wear and tear over time. Enterprise-grade drives incorporate technologies that minimize mechanical stress and enhance durability. This resistance to wear ensures that the drives remain reliable even in high-demand environments.

Data Centers and Cloud Infrastructure

Data centers rely heavily on high-performance storage solutions to manage vast amounts of data. These drives provide the speed and capacity needed to support cloud services, ensuring seamless data access and efficient resource management. Their reliability makes them a trusted choice for critical infrastructure.

Data Protection Mechanisms

Data protection is a critical aspect of enterprise storage. These drives incorporate mechanisms that prevent data loss and ensure accurate data storage. Error correction technologies and redundancy features contribute to maintaining data integrity.