HDD HPE 36GB 2.5 inch SAS 10000 RPM Single Port Hot Plug

The HPE 36GB 2.5" SAS 10000 RPM Single Port Hot Plug hard drive is a 2.5-inch enterprise-class disk designed for server and storage array use. It combines the reliability and management advantages of SCSI protocol with the Serial ATA-style electrical and physical interface of SAS to deliver consistent, high-performance storage in compact form factors.

Advantages

This 36 GB 2.5" SAS drive provides fast spindle speed at 10,000 RPM for improved random I/O and lower latency compared with lower-speed drives. The single-port SAS interface supports enterprise-grade connectivity and integration with server backplanes and RAID controllers, while hot-plug capability allows drive replacement without shutting down the system.

Suitable for

• Boot and system volumes in rack servers and blade systems
• Transactional databases and small-block random I/O workloads
• RAID arrays where compact 2.5" drives are required
• Environments that require hot-swap maintenance

When it may not be suitable

Because capacity is limited to 36 GB, this drive is not appropriate for bulk archival storage, large file repositories, or workloads that require high sequential throughput for very large files. For applications prioritizing maximum capacity or the highest sequential transfer rates, larger-capacity HDDs or SSDs may be more suitable.

Key specifications

• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Usable capacity: 36 GB
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), single port
• Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
• Feature: Hot-plug (hot-swap) capable

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible server or storage enclosure with a 2.5" SAS bay and a matching SAS backplane or controller. Ensure the system is configured to recognize SAS devices and, if required, configure RAID or logical volumes through the server management tools. Use hot-plug procedures defined by your hardware vendor when replacing drives to avoid data loss.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm your server or enclosure supports 2.5" SAS drives and single-port SAS connectivity
• Assess whether 36 GB capacity meets your data storage and growth requirements
• Verify compatibility with your RAID controller or storage firmware

Recommendations

Use this 36 GB 10K SAS drive for OS/boot volumes, database logs, or other latency-sensitive, low-capacity enterprise workloads where fast random I/O and hot-swap capability are required.