R3U72A HPE Msa 16TB SAS 12GBPS 7.2K RPM LFF Midline Hot Swap Hard Drive

Manufacturer Information

• Brand: HPE
• Model: R3U72A
• Device Type: Hot-swappable hard disk

Performance Metrics

• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 Gbps
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM

Supported Storage Systems

• Modular Smart Array 2060 10GbE iSCSI LFF Storage
• Modular Smart Array 2060 12Gb SAS LFF Storage
• Modular Smart Array 2060 16Gb Fibre Channel LFF Storage
• Modular Smart Array 2060 SAS 12G 2U 12-Disk LFF Drive Enclosure
• Modular Smart Array 2062 10GbE iSCSI LFF Storage
• Modular Smart Array 2062 12Gb SAS LFF Storage
• Modular Smart Array 2062 16Gb Fibre Channel LFF Storage

Interface & Connectivity

• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 3.5-inch LFF
• Connectivity: 1 x SAS 12Gb/s

Overview of HPE R3U72A Hot Swap LFF Hard Drive

The HPE R3U72A Midline Hot Swap Enterprise Hard Drive With Tray Msa 16TB SAS 12GBPS 7.2K RPM LFF represents a powerful and reliable storage solution designed for enterprise environments. This category of enterprise hard drives is engineered to deliver high capacity, consistent performance, and seamless integration with Hewlett Packard Enterprise storage systems. With its large form factor design, hot swap capability, and advanced SAS interface, it is tailored for businesses that require scalable storage infrastructure to handle demanding workloads and mission-critical applications.

Capacity 16TB Data-Intensive Applications

At 16TB, the HPE R3U72A provides substantial storage space, making it ideal for organizations managing large datasets, multimedia content, or extensive databases. This capacity ensures that enterprises can store and access vast amounts of information without compromising efficiency or reliability. The HPE R3U72A Enterprise Hard Drive offers an impressive storage capacity of 16 terabytes (TB). This massive amount of storage space allows users to store a vast amount of data, including documents, images, videos, and more. Whether you are a small business or a large enterprise, the 16TB capacity ensures that you will have more than enough space to meet your storage needs.

7.2K RPM Speed

The 7.2K RPM rotational speed balances performance and energy efficiency. While higher RPM drives may offer faster access times, the 7.2K RPM design of this drive is optimized for midline enterprise workloads, offering consistent throughput while reducing power consumption and heat generation.

SAS 12GBPS Interface

The SAS 12GBPS interface enhances data transfer rates, ensuring rapid communication between the drive and the server. This interface supports enterprise-grade reliability, error correction, and scalability, making it superior to consumer-grade alternatives. The SAS protocol is particularly suited for environments where multiple drives operate simultaneously, providing robust performance under heavy workloads.

Hot Swap Design

The hot swap capability allows IT administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the system. This feature minimizes downtime and ensures continuous availability of data, which is critical in enterprise environments where interruptions can lead to significant operational losses.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

HPE enterprise hard drives are built with rigorous testing and quality assurance standards. The R3U72A model is designed to withstand continuous operation, offering durability and resilience in demanding data center environments. This reliability ensures that businesses can depend on the drive for critical applications such as virtualization, cloud storage, and enterprise resource planning systems.

Large Form Factor (LFF)

The LFF design accommodates higher capacity drives, making it suitable for enterprise storage arrays. This form factor ensures that businesses can maximize storage density within their infrastructure.

Scalability

Enterprises can easily scale their storage infrastructure by adding additional drives like the R3U72A. This scalability ensures that businesses can adapt to evolving data requirements without overhauling their entire system. The hot swap capability minimizes downtime, allowing IT teams to perform maintenance or upgrades without disrupting operations. This feature is particularly valuable in industries where continuous availability is essential.

Compatibility with HPE Systems

The drive is designed for seamless integration with HPE MSA storage arrays and other enterprise systems. This compatibility simplifies deployment and ensures that businesses can leverage the full potential of their HPE infrastructure.