HPE 872485-B21 12G SAS Internal Hard Drive

The HPE 872485-B21 is a high-capacity, enterprise-class hard drive designed for HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers. It addresses the growing need for reliable and economical bulk data storage in modern data center environments. Engineered as a Midline drive, it provides a cost-effective solution for storing large volumes of non-mission-critical data, making it ideal for applications like archival, backup, and secondary storage where capacity and reliability are prioritized over raw speed. This drive leverages a 12Gb/s SAS interface, delivering a significant reliability and performance advantage over traditional SATA drives for demanding 24/7 workloads. A key feature is its Digitally Signed Firmware (DS), which prevents unauthorized firmware modifications, ensuring data security and protecting the server infrastructure from malicious attacks. The 7,200 RPM spindle speed provides a solid balance of performance and power efficiency, ensuring dependable access to data for business-critical applications. Intended for use in server environments, this hard drive features a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) and is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier (SC) for simplified installation and at-a-glance drive status diagnostics. Its hot-pluggable design allows for seamless installation and replacement without requiring server downtime, a crucial capability for maintaining continuous operations. Management and health monitoring are fully integrated into HPE server management platforms, providing administrators with critical insights to ensure data integrity.

• 12Gb/s SAS interface for enhanced data throughput
• Digitally Signed Firmware for robust data security
• 2TB capacity in a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
• Midline 7.2K RPM for balanced performance
• Hot-pluggable with HPE Smart Carrier for easy service