Form factor and size are two important considerations when selecting a computer component, such as a motherboard, power supply, or storage drive.
Form factor refers to the physical shape, size, and layout of a component. There are several standard form factors used in the computer industry, including ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX, and more. Each form factor has its own set of specifications for dimensions, mounting points, and power requirements, which must be matched to the corresponding component.
Size, on the other hand, refers to the actual physical dimensions of the component. For example, a storage drive might be 2.5 inches or 3.5 inches in size, while a motherboard might be designed for a certain size of computer case.
Selecting the right form factor and size for a component is important to ensure compatibility with other components and to fit within the physical constraints of the computer case. For example, a larger power supply might not fit in a small form factor computer case, while a smaller motherboard might not have enough expansion slots for all the necessary components.
It's also worth noting that some components, such as storage drives, may be available in different sizes and form factors, allowing users to choose the option that best fits their needs and constraints.
Interface and Transfer RateThe interface and transfer rate of a hard drive refer to the way the drive communicates with the host system and the speed at which data can be transferred between the two. The HPE 873010-B21 hard drive features a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which is a high-speed, point-to-point data transfer protocol that provides a reliable and efficient way to transfer data between the drive and the host system.
The SAS interface of the HPE 873010-B21 hard drive supports a maximum transfer rate of 12 Gbps, which is a significant improvement over the previous generation of SAS interfaces that had a maximum transfer rate of 6 Gbps. The increased transfer rate allows for faster data transfer, which can help improve the performance of the server or storage system.
In addition to its high-speed SAS interface, the HPE 873010-B21 hard drive also features a 10K RPM spindle speed. The faster spindle speed allows for faster access times and data transfer rates compared to slower hard drives, which can help improve the performance of the system.
Drive Speed and PerformanceDrive speed and performance refer to the ability of a storage device, such as a hard disk drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD), to read and write data quickly and efficiently. A faster drive speed and better performance can result in faster system boot-up times, faster program and file access, and quicker data transfer rates.
There are several factors that contribute to drive speed and performance, including:
- Drive Type: Solid-state drives are typically faster than hard disk drives due to their lack of moving parts, which allows for quicker access to data.
- Interface: The interface between the drive and the motherboard can affect performance. Common interfaces include SATA, SAS, and NVMe.
- RPM (for HDDs): Hard disk drives with faster rotational speeds can read and write data more quickly.
- Cache: A drive's cache can help improve performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data.
- File System: The file system used on the drive can also impact performance. For example, the NTFS file system used by Windows is generally faster than the older FAT32 file system.
- Operating System and Drivers: The performance of a drive can also be affected by the operating system and drivers installed on the computer.
selecting a high-quality drive with a fast speed and good performance can help improve the speed and efficiency of a computer system.
- Manufacturer Name: HPE
- MPN: 873010-B21
- Type: Hard Drive - Hot-Swap
- HDD Type: SAS-12GBPS
- SKU: 873010-B21
- Capacity: 600 GB
- Form Factor: 2.5 inch SFF
- Interface: SAS 12GBPS
- Bytes per Sector: 512
- Features: Dual Port, Advanced Format 512n, Digitally Signed Firmware
- Drive Technology (Fill): Air
- Format Type: 512n
- Carrier Type: Standard Carrier
- Workload Type: Enterprise
- Bundled with: HPE Standard Carrier
- Drive Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBPS (External)
- Seek Time: 3.92 MS (Average) / 8.33 MS (Max)
- Track-to-Track Seek Time: 0.32 MS
- Spindle Speed: 10000 RPM
Dimension and Weight
- Width: 2.8 Inch
- Depth: 3.9 Inch
- Height: 0.6 Inch
- Weight: 0.50 LBS
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature: 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature: 95 °F
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 2 x SAS 12 GB/S
- Compatible Bay: 2.5 Inch SFF
Compatibility
- HPE ProLiant BL Series: BL20p (G4) BL45p (G2) BL460c (G6 G7) BL465c (G1 G5 G6 G7) BL480c (BL620c G7) BL680c (G5 G6 G7) BL685c (G6 G7)
- HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL1000 DL120 (G6 G7) DL160 (G6 G7) DL160se (G6 G7) DL165 (G6 G7) DL170e (G6 G7) DL170h (G6 G7) DL180 (G6 G7) DL320 (G6 G7) DL360 (G4p G5 G6 G7) DL365 (G1 G5 G6 G7) DL370 (G6 G7) DL380 (G4 G5 G6 G7) DL385 (G1 G2 G3 G4 G5/G5p G6 G7) DL580 (G3 G4 G5 G6 G7) DL585 (G2 G3 G4 G6 G7) DL785 (G6)
- HPE ProLiant ML Series: ML 110 (G7) ML350 (G5 G6 G7) ML370 (G5 G6 G7) ML570 (G3 G4 G5)
- HPE ProLiant SL Series: SL390s (G6 G7)
- HPE ProLiant WS Series: WS460c (G6 G7)
- HPE Storage arrays: D2700 MSA 1040 MSA70 P2000 (G3) X1500 (G2) X16000 (G2) X1800 (G2) X3400 (G2) X3800 (G2) 2000i (G2) 2000sa (G2)
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