HGST
HGST Ultrastar He8 HUH728060AL4200 6 TB 3.5 SAS 12 Gbps 7200 RPM internal hard drive
A 6 TB helium-sealed 3.5-inch SAS drive rated for 550 TB per year workloads and 7200 RPM server use
- InterfaceSAS 12Gb/s
- Capacity6TB
- RPM7200 RPM
- UsageIdeal for Servers
- Form Factor3.5"
- 6 TB capacity supports large server datasets
- Helium-sealed design enables 550 TB yearly workload rating
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent throughput
- SAS 12 Gbps interface provides high-speed connectivity
- 5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays
Enterprise SAS Hard Drive
The HGST Ultrastar He8 HUH728060AL4200 is a 6 TB 3.5-inch internal hard drive with a SAS 12 Gbps interface spinning at 7200 RPM. It uses HelioSeal helium-filled technology to fit more platters in the standard enclosure while reducing power and cooling demand. The drive is rated for workloads up to 550 TB per year and is supplied in new condition. It is built for continuous operation in data-centre and server environments.
Server Workloads and Capacity Limits
This drive suits administrators deploying high-capacity storage arrays, backup targets or nearline archives that require the dual-port reliability of a 12 Gbps SAS connection. It is not for systems that lack a SAS host bus adapter or backplane, for installations limited to 2.5-inch bays, or for workloads that exceed the 550 TB annual write rating. Desktop PCs and consumer NAS units without SAS support cannot use this drive.
SAS 12 Gbps Interface
The single specification that decides compatibility is the SAS 12 Gbps interface, which requires a matching controller or backplane that speaks the SAS protocol at 12 Gbps. Without that connection the drive will not function, regardless of physical fit or capacity needs.
Highlights
- 6 TB capacity supports large server datasets
- Helium-sealed design enables 550 TB yearly workload rating
- 7200 RPM spindle delivers consistent throughput
- SAS 12 Gbps interface provides high-speed connectivity
- 5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays
Specifications
| Brand | HGST |
|---|---|
| Series | Ultrastar He8 |
| Model | HUH728060AL4200 |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Capacity | 6TB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Usage | Ideal for Servers |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
Questions about this item
Will the 3.5-inch form factor fit my server's standard drive bay?
Yes, the 3.5-inch form factor matches the industry-standard drive bay used in most servers and storage arrays.
What is the correct way to connect the SAS 12Gb/s interface to avoid link errors?
Use a SAS 12Gb/s rated cable and backplane; the common mistake is using older 6Gb/s cables that cause the link to negotiate down to a slower speed.
How often should I monitor the drive given the 550 TB per year workload rating?
Plan to review SMART attributes and run surface scans at least quarterly; drives consistently near the 550 TB annual limit may need replacement sooner than lightly used units.
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