HPE
HPE 765466-B21 2TB SAS 7200 RPM 2.5IN 12G 512E laptop hard drive
2 TB 2.5 inch SAS laptop drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 12 Gbps interface
- InterfaceSAS
- RPM7200 RPM
- 2 TB capacity stores large enterprise datasets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates transaction workloads
- 12 Gbit/s SAS interface maximises data throughput
- 5-inch small form factor fits dense server bays
- 512E sector format ensures broad OS compatibility
Server storage upgrade
The HPE 765466-B21 is a 2 TB enterprise hard drive built for 12 Gbit/s SAS back-planes. Its 7 200 RPM spindle and 512E formatting target high-transaction workloads in HPE ProLiant and Apollo platforms. The 2.5-inch small-form-factor design fits dense drive cages where hot-plug carriers are standard.
Midline array workloads
This drive suits administrators expanding midline storage pools that demand sustained throughput and rotational-latency consistency. It is not suited for systems lacking a 12 Gbit/s SAS controller or for environments that require solid-state latency. Buyers needing capacities beyond 2 TB or non-SAS interfaces should evaluate other SKUs.
12 Gbit/s SAS interface
The single specification that decides compatibility is the 12 Gbit/s SAS interface. The drive will only negotiate full speed when paired with a matching HBA, RAID controller or back-plane that supports this exact signalling rate.
Highlights
- 2 TB capacity stores large enterprise datasets
- 7200 RPM spindle speed accelerates transaction workloads
- 12 Gbit/s SAS interface maximises data throughput
- 5-inch small form factor fits dense server bays
- 512E sector format ensures broad OS compatibility
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Interface | SAS |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
Questions about this item
At what spindle speed does the 2 TB drive reach its sustained throughput limit?
The spindle speed is 7200 RPM, which sets the mechanical ceiling for sustained data rates.
How much acoustic noise and heat does the 7200 RPM SAS drive produce during continuous operation?
The 7200 RPM spindle generates typical enterprise midline noise and heat levels for a 2.5 inch SAS drive.
Which controller interface must the system provide for this 12G SAS drive to function?
A 12G SAS host bus adapter, RAID controller or backplane with a SAS connector is required.
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