HPE 1.2TB SAS-6Gbps: Powering Enterprise Performance with Speed and Reliability

Overview of the HPE 1.2TB 10,000RPM 2.5-Inch SFF Dual Port SAS-6Gbps Smart Carrier Hard Drive

The HPE 1.2TB 10,000RPM 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Dual Port SAS-6Gbps Smart Carrier Enterprise Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers. This enterprise-grade hard drive combines speed, capacity, and reliability to meet the demands of modern data centers running mission-critical applications, virtualized environments, and data-intensive workloads. With its robust feature set, including a dual-port SAS interface and HPE’s Smart Carrier technology, this drive ensures seamless integration, enhanced redundancy, and simplified maintenance for enterprise environments.

Key Features

Capacity: 1.2TB, ideal for storing large datasets and supporting enterprise applications.

Spindle Speed: 10,000RPM, delivering low latency and fast data access for performance-critical tasks.

Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF, enabling high storage density and efficient use of server space.

Interface: Dual Port SAS-6Gbps, offering a data transfer rate of up to 600 MBps for high throughput.

Carrier Type: HPE Smart Carrier, featuring visual indicators for drive status and tool-less installation.

Hot-Swap Capability: Allows drive replacement without powering down the server, minimizing downtime.

Compatibility: Fully compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers, ensuring seamless integration.

Technical Specifications

The HPE 1.2TB SAS-6Gbps hard drive is engineered for enterprise environments where performance, reliability, and scalability are critical. Below are the detailed technical specifications:

Hardware Specifications

Device Type: Hard Drive - Hot-Swap

Capacity: 1.2TB

Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Interface: SAS-6Gbps (Serial Attached SCSI)

Spindle Speed: 10,000RPM

External Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBps

Bytes per Sector: 512

Seek Time: 4.6 ms (average), 8.9 ms (max)

Track-to-Track Seek Time: 0.3 ms

Average Latency: 4.6 ms

Interfaces: 2 x SAS 6Gb/s (Dual Port)

Compatible Bays: 2.5-inch SFF

Dimensions: 3.00 in (width) x 4.70 in (depth) x 0.60 in (height)

Weight: 25.57 oz

Bundled with: HPE SmartDrive Carrier

Environmental Specifications

Minimum Operating Temperature: 50°F

Maximum Operating Temperature: 95°F

Part Numbers

Option Part Number: 718162-B21

Spare Part Number: 718292-001

Model Numbers: EG1200FDJYT, EG1200FDNJT, EG1200JEHMC, EG1200JEMDA, EG1200JETKC, EG001200JWFUT

Assembly Numbers: 718159-002, 726480-001, 768788-004, 781514-002, 796365-004, 872283-003

HPE GPN: 693651-004

Performance and Use Cases

The HPE 1.2TB 10,000RPM SAS-6Gbps hard drive is designed for high-performance applications where speed and reliability are paramount. Its 10,000RPM spindle speed ensures low latency and fast access times, making it ideal for:

Key Applications

Transactional Databases: Rapid data access for high-speed database operations, such as customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.

Virtualized Environments: Supports multiple virtual machines with consistent performance, critical for virtualization platforms like VMware or Hyper-V.

Data Warehousing: Efficiently handles large datasets for analytics and reporting.

Enterprise Software: Powers mission-critical applications requiring high I/O throughput, such as email servers and financial systems.

Big Data Analytics: Enables real-time processing of large datasets for business intelligence and data-driven decision-making.

The dual-port SAS interface provides redundancy, ensuring continuous data availability even if one data path fails. This makes the drive suitable for environments where downtime is unacceptable.

Compatibility with HPE ProLiant Servers

The HPE 1.2TB SAS-6Gbps hard drive is compatible with a wide range of HPE ProLiant servers, ensuring flexibility and scalability for enterprise IT environments. Below is a list of compatible server series and models:

ProLiant DL Series

DL180 Gen9 (Base, Entry, Storage)

DL20 Gen9 (Entry, Performance)

DL320e Gen8 (Base, Entry, Performance, v2)

DL360 Gen9 (CMS, Entry)

DL360p Gen8 (CMS, Performance, Special Server)

DL380 Gen9 (Base, Entry, Performance)

DL380p Gen8 (Performance)

DL385p Gen8 (Dedicated Workload, Entry, Storage, Storage Centric)

DL560 Gen8 (Base, Entry, Performance)

DL560 Gen9 (Base, Entry, Performance)

DL580 Gen9 (Database, SAP HANA Scale-up Base Configuration)

ProLiant ML Series

ML110 Gen9 (Base, Entry)

ML30 Gen9 (Base, Performance)

ML310e Gen8 (Base, Entry, Performance, v2)

ML350 Gen9 (Base, Entry, Performance)

ML350e Gen8 (v2)

ML350p Gen8 (Special Server)

ProLiant SL Series

SL250s Gen8 (Left Tray, Right Tray)

ProLiant WS Series

WS460c Gen8

WS460c Gen9 (Graphics, Graphics Expansion)

ProLiant XL Series

XL170r Gen9

XL190r Gen9

XL230a Gen9 (Compute Tray, 12G, 6G, NHP Compute Tray)

XL250a Gen9 (Accelerator Tray)

Synergy Series

Synergy 480 Gen10 (Base, Entry, Performance, Premium Backplane, Standard Backplane, w/o Drives)

Synergy 660 Gen10 (Base, Entry, Performance, Premium)

For specific compatibility with your server or storage array, contact HPE support or your vendor to verify.

Benefits of the HPE Smart Carrier

The HPE Smart Carrier enhances the usability and manageability of the 1.2TB SAS-6Gbps hard drive. Key benefits include:

Visual Indicators

Drive Status LEDs: Provide real-time information on drive activity, errors, and failures, simplifying troubleshooting.

Hot-Swap Support: Enables drive replacement without powering down the server, reducing downtime.

Tool-Less Design

Simplifies installation and removal, minimizing maintenance time and improving data center efficiency.

Enhanced Manageability

Integrates with HPE server management tools, allowing administrators to monitor drive health and performance.

Reliability and Durability

HPE enterprise hard drives are built for 24/7 operation in demanding environments. The 1.2TB 10,000RPM SAS-6Gbps drive is designed to withstand continuous workloads, ensuring long-term reliability for mission-critical applications. The dual-port design enhances fault tolerance, maintaining data availability in the event of a port failure. Additionally, HPE’s rigorous testing ensures the drive meets enterprise standards for durability and performance.

Conclusion

The HPE 1.2TB 10,000RPM 2.5-inch SFF Dual Port SAS-6Gbps Smart Carrier Enterprise Hard Drive is a powerful and reliable storage solution for HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers. Its combination of high capacity, fast 10,000RPM spindle speed, dual-port redundancy, and HPE Smart Carrier technology makes it an ideal choice for enterprises running performance-intensive applications. Whether you’re managing databases, virtualized environments, or big data analytics, this drive delivers the speed, reliability, and scalability needed to keep your data center running smoothly. For businesses seeking a balance of performance, capacity, and manageability, this HPE hard drive is a top-tier choice.