826551-001 HPE 2TB 6GBPS SATA 7.2K RPM 3.5inch LFF Midline Refurbished

HPE 826551-001 hard drive supports a range of RAID configurations, which can help to improve data reliability and performance by distributing data across multiple drives.

The specific RAID configurations that are supported may depend on the specific HPE server or storage system that the drive is installed in. However, some common RAID configurations that are supported by the HPE 826551-001 hard drive include:

• RAID 0: This configuration stripes data across multiple drives, which can improve performance but does not provide any redundancy.
• RAID 1: This configuration mirrors data across multiple drives, providing redundancy but sacrificing some storage capacity.
• RAID 5: This configuration stripes data across multiple drives with parity information, which can improve both performance and redundancy.
• RAID 6: This configuration is similar to RAID 5, but includes an additional parity block to provide more redundancy.
• RAID 10: This configuration combines both mirroring and striping, providing both performance and redundancy.

The HPE 826551-001 hard drive also supports hot-swapping, which allows you to replace a failed drive without powering down the server or storage system. This can help to reduce downtime and minimize the impact of drive failures.

The HPE 826551-001 hard drive comes with a Smart Carrier, which is a special tray designed to provide additional features and benefits beyond just holding the hard drive. Some of the key features and benefits of the Smart Carrier include:

• Status LEDs: The Smart Carrier includes status LEDs that provide visual feedback on the status of the hard drive, including power, activity, and fault conditions. This makes it easier to monitor and manage the hard drive, particularly in large-scale deployments.
• Integrated diagnostics: The Smart Carrier includes built-in diagnostics that can help to identify and troubleshoot issues with the hard drive. This can help to reduce downtime and improve overall system reliability.
• Tool-less installation: The Smart Carrier allows for tool-less installation of the hard drive, which can help to simplify and speed up the deployment process. This can be particularly useful in environments where a large number of drives need to be installed.
• Enhanced security: The Smart Carrier includes a locking mechanism that helps to secure the hard drive and prevent unauthorized access. This can help to improve overall data security and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Future compatibility: The Smart Carrier is designed to be compatible with future generations of HPE hard drives, providing investment protection and flexibility for future upgrades and expansion.

The HPE 826551-001 hard drive is a midline drive, which is one of several types of hard drives that HPE offers. Here are some key differences between midline drives and other HPE drive types:

• Enterprise-class drives: These are high-performance drives designed for use in mission-critical applications that require high performance and reliability. Enterprise-class drives typically have faster spindle speeds (10K or 15K RPM) and larger cache sizes than midline drives. They are also more expensive.
• Performance-optimized drives: These drives are designed for applications that require high performance but don't need the level of reliability offered by enterprise-class drives. Performance-optimized drives typically have faster spindle speeds (10K or 15K RPM) and larger cache sizes than midline drives, but may have a shorter lifespan and lower tolerance for heavy workloads.
• Entry-level drives: These drives are designed for low- to mid-level workloads and applications that require basic storage capacity at a lower cost. Entry-level drives typically have slower spindle speeds (5.4K or 5.9K RPM) and smaller cache sizes than midline drives.

Midline drives are a good choice for applications that require a balance of performance, capacity, and cost-effectiveness. They typically have a spindle speed of 7.2K RPM and a moderate cache size, making them suitable for a range of workloads and applications. Midline drives are also designed for 24/7 operation and have a longer lifespan than entry-level drives.

Optimizing your HPE hard drive can help to improve performance and reliability, especially in high-demand environments. Here are some tips for optimizing your HPE 826551-001 hard drive:

• Enable SMART monitoring: HPE hard drives come with SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) technology, which provides real-time monitoring of the drive's health and performance. Enabling SMART monitoring can help you identify and address any potential issues before they become major problems.
• Use RAID technology: RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) technology allows you to use multiple hard drives in a single array, providing increased performance and redundancy. Depending on the RAID level you choose, you can also achieve improved data protection and faster read and write speeds.
• Optimize disk caching: Disk caching can help to improve performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data on the hard drive's cache. Make sure that the disk caching settings are optimized for your specific workload and applications.
• Defragment your hard drive: Fragmentation can slow down disk access times and reduce performance. Regularly defragment your hard drive to keep it running smoothly.
• Use HPE storage optimization tools: HPE provides a range of storage optimization tools that can help you to fine-tune your hard drive's performance. For example, HPE SmartCache provides caching for frequently accessed data, while HPE StoreVirtual VSA provides virtual storage optimization for virtualized environments.
• Upgrade your hard drive firmware: HPE releases firmware updates for its hard drives periodically, which can improve performance and fix any known issues. Make sure to regularly check for and install any available firmware updates.

By following these tips, you can help to optimize your HPE 826551-001 hard drive for better performance and reliability, and ensure that it's running at its best.

Product Information

• Part Number : 826551-001
• Type : Hard Drive (HDD)
• Sub-Type : 2TB 6GBPS SATA 7.2K RPM
• Brand Name : HPE
• Manufacturer : Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)

Technical Information

• Capacity : 2 TB
• Form Factor : 3.5 LFF
• Interface : SATA 6GB/S
• Data Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
• Spindle Speed : 7200 RPM
• Bundled With : HPE Smartdrive Carrier

Performance

• Drive Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS (External)
• Spindle Speed : 72000 RPM

Expansion & Connectivity

• Interfaces : 1 X SATA 6 GB/S
• Compatible Bays : 3.5 LFF