Description
Interface type and connectivity options
The interface type and connectivity options of a hard disk drive (HDD) are important factors to consider when selecting a drive for a particular system or application. The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS LFF HDD offers a SATA 6Gbps interface and several connectivity options, which make it compatible with a wide range of systems and applications.
The SATA 6Gbps interface is a high-speed interface that provides a data transfer rate of up to 600 megabytes per second (MB/s). This interface is compatible with a wide range of systems, including desktop computers, servers, and some network-attached storage (NAS) devices.
The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB HDD also offers several connectivity options, including:
- Hot-plug capability: The drive supports hot-plug capability, which means that it can be connected and disconnected from a system without having to shut down the system.
- Backward compatibility: The drive is backward compatible with SATA 3Gbps and SATA 1.5Gbps interfaces, which allows it to be used with older systems that may not support the SATA 6Gbps interface.
- RAID support: The drive supports RAID configurations, which can help improve data reliability and performance in a variety of applications.
Spindle speed and rotational latency
Spindle speed and rotational latency are important specifications to consider when selecting a hard disk drive (HDD). The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS LFF HDD offers a spindle speed of 7,200 revolutions per minute (RPM) and a rotational latency of 4.16 milliseconds (ms), which contribute to its high performance and fast data access times.
The spindle speed refers to how fast the disks inside the drive rotate, and a higher spindle speed generally means faster data access times. The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB HDD’s spindle speed of 7,200 RPM is considered to be a fast speed for an HDD, which means that data can be accessed quickly and efficiently.
Rotational latency is the amount of time it takes for a sector of data to rotate under the read/write head. The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB HDD has a rotational latency of 4.16 ms, which is relatively low and contributes to its fast data access times.
Cache size and buffer management
Cache size and buffer management are important considerations when selecting a hard disk drive (HDD), as they can impact the drive’s performance and ability to handle large amounts of data. The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS LFF HDD offers a large cache size and advanced buffer management features, which contribute to its high performance and reliability.
The drive has a large cache size of 256 megabytes (MB), which means that frequently accessed data can be stored in the cache for quick retrieval. This can help improve data transfer rates and reduce data access times, particularly for applications that require frequent access to the same data.
The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB HDD also features advanced buffer management features, including:
- Adaptive read-ahead: The drive’s adaptive read-ahead feature anticipates which data is likely to be requested next and preloads it into the cache, which can help improve data transfer rates and reduce access times.
- Write-back cache: The drive’s write-back cache allows data to be written to the cache and held there until it can be written to the disk. This can help improve data transfer rates and reduce access times, particularly for write-intensive applications.
The MB8000GEQUU HPE 8TB 7.2K RPM SATA 6GBPS LFF HDD’s large cache size and advanced buffer management features make it a high-performance and reliable storage solution for a variety of applications, including database management, content creation, and video editing.
Product Information
- Brand Name: HPE
- MPNr: MB8000GEQUU
- Type: Hard Disk Drive
- Sub-Type: SATA-6GBPS
- SKU: MB8000GEQUU
Technical Information
- Capacity : 8 TB
- RPM: 8TB-7.2K
- Form Factor : 3.5 Lff
- Interface : Sata 6gb/S
- Data Transfer Rate : 600 Mbps
- Spindle Speed : 7200 Rpm
- Features : Advanced Format 512e, Filled With Helium
- Dimensions (Wxdxh) : 4.4 In X 7.4 In X 1 In
- Bundled With : Hp Smartdrive Carrier
Environmental Parameter
- Min Operating Temperature : 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature : 95 °F
