Description
Midline Hard Drives
Midline hard drives are a type of hard drive designed specifically for midrange storage applications. They are positioned between entry-level or desktop-class hard drives and high-end enterprise-class hard drives in terms of performance, capacity, and cost. Midline hard drives are typically used in servers, storage arrays, and other data center equipment that require reliable and high-capacity storage.
Compared to entry-level hard drives, midline hard drives usually offer higher capacity, faster data transfer rates, and better reliability. They are designed to operate 24/7 under heavy workloads and are optimized for RAID configurations. Midline hard drives are also less expensive than enterprise-class hard drives, making them a cost-effective solution for many data center applications.
One common feature of midline hard drives is their use of SATA (Serial ATA) interface, which provides a maximum data transfer rate of 6Gbps. However, some midline hard drives may still use the older SATA 3Gbps interface, which is slower but still sufficient for many midrange applications.
The MB2000ECVJF HPE 2TB 7.2K RPM 3.5inch LFF SATA-3GBPS Non Hot-Swap Midline Internal HDD For Servers is an example of a midline hard drive. It features a 2TB capacity, 7,200 RPM spindle speed, and a 3.5-inch form factor. It is designed to provide high-capacity storage for midrange servers and storage systems, offering a balance of performance and cost-effectiveness.
Data Security and Protection
The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive, like many other modern hard drives, includes several features that help ensure data security and protection. These features can help protect against unauthorized access, accidental loss or corruption, and other potential risks to data stored on the drive. Here are some of the key data security and protection features of the MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive:
- Encryption: The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive supports hardware-based encryption, which can help protect data stored on the drive in case of theft or loss. The encryption is performed using the AES 256-bit algorithm, which is considered to be highly secure.
- Secure erase: The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive supports secure erase, which allows users to completely erase all data on the drive. This can be useful when disposing of the drive or repurposing it for a different use, as it helps ensure that no sensitive data remains on the drive.
- S.M.A.R.T. monitoring: The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive includes Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (S.M.A.R.T.) monitoring, which can help detect potential issues with the drive before they cause data loss. S.M.A.R.T. monitoring can detect issues with the drive’s performance, such as bad sectors or other issues that could lead to data loss.
- RAID support: The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive supports RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks), which can help protect against data loss in case of a drive failure. When configured in a RAID array, data is distributed across multiple drives, so if one drive fails, data can be recovered from the remaining drives.
- Error correction: The MB2000ECVJF HPE hard drive includes error correction features, which can help detect and correct errors in data stored on the drive. This can help prevent data corruption and loss, even in the case of minor errors.
Storage Capacity and Scalability
The MB2000ECVJF HPE is a 2TB 3.5inch LFF SATA-3GBPS internal hard drive designed for servers. Storage capacity refers to the amount of data that can be stored on the hard drive. With a capacity of 2TB, the MB2000ECVJF HPE can hold a large amount of data, including documents, media files, and applications.
Scalability refers to the ability to expand the storage capacity of a server. The MB2000ECVJF HPE can be added to a server’s storage array to increase the amount of storage available. The non-hot-swap design of this hard drive means that it cannot be added or removed from the server while it is running. However, it can still be added to a server by shutting it down, installing the hard drive, and then restarting the server.
In terms of scalability, the MB2000ECVJF HPE can be used in conjunction with other hard drives to create a RAID array, which can provide redundancy and increased performance. RAID stands for Redundant Array of Independent Disks, and it allows multiple hard drives to work together as a single logical drive. By using RAID, server administrators can improve data availability and protect against data loss in the event of a hard drive failure.
Product Specifications
- Brand: HPE
- MPN: MB2000EBUCF
- Option Part Number: 507774-B21
- Spare Part Number: 508041-001
- SKU : MB2000EBUCF
- Assembly Number: 638516-001
Technical information
- Device Type: Hard Drive -Internal
- Capacity: 2 TB
- Interface: SATA-3Gbps
- Form Factor: 3.5 inch LFF
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
- External Data Transfer Rate: 300 MBps
- Carrier Type: Standard Carrier
- Enclosure: Non Hot Swap
- Bundled With: HPE Standard Carrier
Performance
- Drive Transfer Rate: 300 MBps (external)
- Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 1 x SATA 3 Gb/s
- Compatible Bays: 3.5inch
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility
- HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL120 Gen5 (3.5inch), DL120 Gen6 (3.5inch), DL120 Gen6 Base (3.5inch), DL120 Gen6 Entry (3.5inch), DL160 Gen6 (3.5inch), DL160 Gen6 Special Server (3.5inch), DL160se Gen6 (3.5inch), DL165 Gen6 (3.5inch), DL165 Gen7 (3.5inch), DL165 Gen7 Base (3.5inch), DL165 Gen7 Entry (3.5inch), DL165 Gen7 Special Server (3.5inch), MicroServer (3.5inch)
- HPE ProLiant ML Series: ML10 Entry (3.5inch), ML110 Gen5 (3.5inch), ML110 Gen6 (3.5inch), ML110 Gen6 Base (3.5inch), ML110 Gen6 Entry (3.5inch), ML110 Gen6 Performance (3.5inch), ML110 Gen6 Special Server (3.5inch), ML110 Gen7 (3.5inch), ML110 Gen7 Base (3.5inch), ML110 Gen7 Entry (3.5inch), ML115 Gen5 (3.5inch), ML150 Gen6 (3.5inch), ML150 Gen6 Entry (3.5inch), ML330 Gen6 (3.5inch), ML330 Gen6 Entry (3.5inch)
