Description
Key Features of the HPE SAS Hard Drive
The HPE SAS Hard Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for use in enterprise data centers. Some of the key features of this hard drive include:
- SAS Interface: The HPE SAS Hard Drive is equipped with a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high-speed data transfer and improved reliability compared to other data interfaces.
- 10K RPM: With a rotational speed of 10,000 RPM, the HPE SAS Hard Drive provides fast data access and improved performance compared to slower hard drives.
- Enterprise-Grade Quality: The HPE SAS Hard Drive is designed and built to meet the demanding requirements of enterprise data centers. It is engineered to deliver high reliability and durability, with features such as improved error correction and enhanced data protection.
- Hot-Plug Capability: The HPE SAS Hard Drive is hot-plug capable, allowing for easy replacement or insertion of the drive without requiring a system shutdown. This helps to reduce downtime and improve system reliability.
- SFF Form Factor: The HPE SAS Hard Drive is designed with a Small Form Factor (SFF) form factor, which allows for increased storage density in a compact form factor.
- Large Capacity: With a capacity of 900GB, the HPE SAS Hard Drive provides ample storage space for enterprise data centers.
- Compatibility: The HPE SAS Hard Drive is compatible with a wide range of HPE servers and storage arrays, making it an ideal solution for enterprise data centers.
Importance of SAS Interfaces in Data Centers
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interfaces play an important role in data centers due to their high-speed data transfer capabilities and improved reliability. The following are some of the key reasons why SAS interfaces are important in data centers:
- High-Speed Data Transfer: SAS interfaces provide fast and reliable data transfer, with speeds up to 6GB/s. This is crucial in data centers where large amounts of data need to be moved quickly and efficiently.
- Improved Reliability: SAS interfaces are engineered to deliver improved reliability compared to other data interfaces, with features such as increased link speeds and enhanced error correction. This helps to reduce the risk of data loss and improve system uptime in data centers.
- Scalability: SAS interfaces support up to 128 physical devices per SAS domain, making it possible to scale storage capacity as needed. This allows data centers to grow and adapt to changing storage requirements.
- Compatibility: SAS interfaces are compatible with a wide range of server and storage systems, making it easy to integrate SAS-based storage solutions into existing data center environments.
- Enhanced Data Protection: SAS interfaces provide enhanced data protection compared to other data interfaces, with features such as data redundancy and improved error correction. This helps to reduce the risk of data loss and improve data security in data centers.
Importance of SFF Form Factor
- The Small Form Factor (SFF) form factor is an important design consideration for storage solutions, particularly in data centers where space and power are limited. The following are some of the key reasons why the SFF form factor is important:
- Increased Density: SFF form factor drives are smaller and more compact than other form factors, allowing for increased storage density in the same amount of physical space. This makes it possible to store more data in the same amount of space, which can be critical in data centers where space is at a premium.
- Improved Power Efficiency: SFF form factor drives are typically more power-efficient than larger form factors, reducing the overall power consumption of the system. This can help to reduce operating costs and improve the energy efficiency of data center environments.
- Enhanced Scalability: SFF form factor drives are designed to work with a wide range of server and storage systems, making it easy to scale storage capacity as needed. This allows data centers to grow and adapt to changing storage requirements.
- Improved Cooling: SFF form factor drives generate less heat than larger form factors, which can improve the overall cooling efficiency of the system. This can help to reduce operating costs and improve system reliability in data centers.
- Reduced Weight: SFF form factor drives are lighter than larger form factors, reducing the overall weight of the system. This can be important in data center environments where weight restrictions may apply.
Product Information
- Part Number : 689287-004
- Type : Hard Drive (HDD)
- Sub-Type : 900GB 10K RPM SAS 6GBPS
- Manufacturer : Hewlett Packard Enterprise
- Brand Name : HPE
Technical Information
- Capacity : 900 GB
- Form Factor : 2.5 SFF
- Interface : SAS 6GB/S
- Data Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS
- Spindle Speed : 10000 RPM
- Dimensions (wxdxh) : 3.1 In X 4.7 In X 0.6 In
- Weight : 25.57 Oz
- Bundled With : HPE Smartdrive Carrier
Desingned For
- Proliant Bl420c Gen8, Bl460c Gen8, Bl465c Gen8, Bl660c Gen8, Bl660c Gen9, Dl160 Gen8, Dl180 Gen9, Dl20 Gen9, Dl320e Gen8, Dl360 Gen9, Dl360e Gen8, Dl360p Gen8, Dl380 Gen9, Dl380e Gen8, Dl380p Gen8, Dl385p Gen8, Dl560 Gen8, Dl560 Gen9, Dl580 Gen9, Microserver Gen8, Ml110 Gen9, Ml110e Gen8, Ml30 Gen9, Ml310e Gen8, Ml350 Gen9, Ml350e Gen8, Ml350p Gen8, Sl210t Gen8, Sl230s Gen8, Sl250s Gen8, Sl270s Gen8, Sl4540 Gen8, Ws460c Gen8, Ws460c Gen9, Xl170r Gen9, Xl190r Gen9, Xl220a Gen8, Xl230a Gen9, Xl250a Gen9
Extended Specifications
- Device Type : Hard Drive – Hot-swap
- Capacity : 900 GB
- Form Factor : 2.5 SFF
- Interface : SAS 6GB/S
- Bytes Per Sector : 512
Physical
- Width : 3 In
- Depth : 4.7 In
- Height : 0.6 In
- Weight : 25.57 Oz
Performance
- Drive Transfer Rate : 600 MBPS (external)
- Seek Time : 3.8 MS (average) / 7.4 MS (max)
- Track-to-track Seek Time : 0.21 MS
- Spindle Speed : 10000 RPM
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces : 1 X SAS 6 GB/S
- Compatible Bays : 2.5 SFF
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature : 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature : 95 °F
