HPE 300GB SAS 12G Mission Critical 10K SFF SC HDD

Overview

The HPE 872475-B21 is a 300GB SAS hard drive designed for mission-critical applications that demand both speed and reliability. Operating at 10,000 rpm with a 12G SAS interface, it delivers fast data transfer rates to maintain smooth server performance. Its 2.5-inch small form factor fits easily into enterprise server bays, and the included Smart Carrier simplifies installation while providing clear status indicators for monitoring drive health.

Security is enhanced through digitally signed firmware, protecting the drive from unauthorized tampering and ensuring data integrity. This drive is tailored for environments where uptime and consistent performance are vital, such as data centers and enterprise servers. Full compatibility with HPE compute platforms makes it an excellent choice for existing HPE infrastructure, backed by a 3-year limited warranty for added confidence.

Key features

• High-speed 12G SAS interface that supports rapid data transfers to reduce bottlenecks in demanding workloads
• 10,000 rpm spindle speed providing quick access times and improved overall system responsiveness
• Smart Carrier design that eases installation and offers visual status icons to monitor drive health and activity
• Digitally signed firmware to safeguard against unauthorized modifications and enhance data security
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor suitable for dense server environments and space-constrained setups
• Engineered specifically for mission-critical workloads, ensuring reliability under continuous heavy use
• Seamless integration with HPE compute platforms for straightforward deployment and management
• 3-year limited warranty providing long-term support and peace of mind

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 300 GB
• Interface: 12G SAS
• Spindle speed: 10,000 rpm
• Form factor: 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF)
• Firmware: Digitally signed for security
• Warranty: 3-year limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive uses a 12G SAS interface, which supports high-speed data transfers essential for enterprise storage systems. It is fully compatible with HPE compute platforms, ensuring smooth integration into existing server environments without compatibility issues. The 2.5-inch form factor fits standard small form factor bays commonly found in modern servers.

Ideal uses and environments

The HPE 872475-B21 is well suited to enterprise data centers and IT environments where mission-critical applications require dependable storage with fast access times. It works effectively in setups that demand continuous uptime and consistent performance, such as virtualization hosts, database servers, and transactional systems. IT professionals and system administrators will find this drive a reliable option for upgrading or expanding server storage with a focus on security and speed.