Description
Introduction to 862129-001 HPE 3TB Hard Drive
The “Introduction to 862129-001 HPE 3TB Hard Drive” subheading provides an overview of the product, including its basic specifications and key features. The 862129-001 is a 3TB hard drive from HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) that is designed for use in data centers and other high-performance computing environments.
This drive features a 7.2K RPM spin speed and a SATA-6GBPS interface, providing fast data transfer speeds and reliable performance. It is designed as a 3.5 inch large form factor (LFF) drive, which is a common size for internal hard drives in servers and storage devices. Additionally, it features a hot swap design, which allows for easy replacement of the drive in the event of a failure, without having to shut down the system.
The 862129-001 is a midline grade drive, providing a cost-effective storage solution for customers who need a large amount of storage capacity but do not require the highest performance levels. It is also designed to be energy efficient, with low power consumption, and is backed by a 3-year warranty, offering peace of mind to customers.
7.2K RPM Spin Speed and SATA 6GBPS Interface
The “7.2K RPM Spin Speed and SATA-6GBPS Interface” subheading refers to two key technical specifications of the 862129-001 HPE 3TB hard drive. These specifications are important factors that determine the drive’s performance and data transfer speeds.
The 7.2K RPM spin speed indicates the speed at which the drive’s disks spin, measured in rotations per minute (RPM). A higher RPM means faster data access times, which translates to improved performance. With a 7.2K RPM spin speed, the 862129-001 provides fast data access times, making it a suitable choice for demanding applications such as data center storage and high-performance computing.
The SATA-6GBPS interface refers to the type of data transfer interface used by the drive. SATA (Serial ATA) is a standard for connecting storage devices to a computer, and the 6GBPS version provides faster data transfer speeds compared to older SATA interfaces. The SATA-6GBPS interface used by the 862129-001 provides fast and reliable data transfer, ensuring that large amounts of data can be moved quickly and efficiently.
3.5 Inch LFF (Large Form Factor) Drive Size
The “3.5 Inch LFF (Large Form Factor) Drive Size” subheading refers to the physical size of the 862129-001 HPE 3TB hard drive. The drive is 3.5 inches in size, which is a common form factor for internal hard drives used in servers and storage devices.
The Large Form Factor (LFF) designation is used to distinguish 3.5 inch drives from the smaller, 2.5 inch drives that are typically used in laptops and other portable devices. The larger size of LFF drives provides more room for more disk platters, which in turn enables the drives to store larger amounts of data.
In data center and high-performance computing environments, LFF drives are often preferred over smaller drives due to their larger storage capacity and improved performance. The 3.5 inch LFF size of the 862129-001 HPE 3TB hard drive provides ample storage space, making it a suitable choice for customers who require large amounts of data storage.
Product Information
- Manufacturer Name: HPE
- MPN: 862129-001
- Type: Hot-Swap Hard Drive
- HDD Type: SATA-6GBPS
- Option Part Number: 861693-B21
- Spare Part Number: 861695-004
- Model Number: MB3000GVYZH
- Assembly Number: 846522-003
- SKU: 862129-001
Technical Information
- Capacity: 3 TB
- Form Factor: 3.5 inch LFF
- Bytes per Sector: 512
- Drive Technology (Fill): Air
- Plug Type: Hot Plug
- Format Type: 512n
- Carrier Type: Smart Carrier (SC)
- Workload: Midline
- Features: Digitally Signed Firmware, Native Command Queuing (NCQ), Advanced format 512n
- Bundled with: HPE SmartDrive Carrier
Performance
- Transfer Rate Synchronous (Max): 6Gb/sec
- Seek Time: 7.45 ms (average) / 14.2 ms (max)
- Track-to-Track Seek Time: 0.32 ms
- Spindle Speed: 7200 rpm
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s – 7 pin Serial ATA
- Compatible Bay: 3.5inch LFF
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature: 50 °F (10°C)
- Max Operating Temperature: 95 °F (35°C)
Dimension and Weight
- Width : 4 Inch
- Depth : 5.8 Inch
- Height : 1 Inch
- Weight : 1.52 Lbs
Compatibility Information
- HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL120 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL120 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch), DL160 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL160 Gen9 Base (3.5 inch), DL160 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch), DL160 Gen9 Performance (3.5 inch), DL20 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL20 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch), DL20 Gen9 Performance (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 Base (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 Entry (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 High Performance (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 Low (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 Performance (3.5 inch), DL360 Gen10 Solution (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 Base (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 Entry (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 High Performance (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 Performance (3.5 inch), DL380 Gen10 Solution (3.5 inch), DL388 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL388 Gen9 Base (3.5 inch), DL60 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL60 Gen9 Base (3.5 inch), DL60 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch), DL80 Gen9 (3.5 inch), DL80 Gen9 Base (3.5 inch), DL80 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch) Servers
- HPE ProLiant ML Series: ML150 Gen9 (3.5 inch), ML150 Gen9 Base (3.5 inch), ML150 Gen9 Entry (3.5 inch), ML150 Gen9 Performance (3.5 inch) Servers





