HP Enterprise 4TB 6G SATA 7.2K 3.5 inch 512e Smart Carrier HDD (793665-B21)

With a massive 4TB capacity and a fast 6Gb/s SATA interface, this HP Enterprise hard drive delivers the storage density and throughput needed for demanding server environments. The 3.5-inch form factor and 7200 RPM spindle speed ensure reliable performance for data-intensive applications.

Overview

The HP 793665-B21 is a midline hard drive engineered for HP ProLiant servers. It features a 512e advanced format, which emulates 512-byte sectors for compatibility with legacy systems while maximizing areal density. The drive is equipped with an HP Smart Carrier for easy hot-swap installation and enhanced airflow.

What stands out

• 4TB capacity for nearline storage and archiving
• SATA 6Gb/s interface with 600 MB/s maximum data transfer rate
• 7200 RPM spindle speed for balanced performance and power consumption
• 512e sector emulation for broad compatibility
• Hot-swap support via HP Smart Carrier
• High reliability with 2,000,000 hours MTBF

Technical details

• Capacity: 4 TB
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Advanced Format: 512e
• Hot-Swap: Yes
• Carrier Type: HP Smart Carrier (SC)
• Workload Type: Midline
• Data Transfer Rate: 600 MB/s
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Technology: Perpendicular Magnetic Recording (PMR)

Our verdict

A dependable high-capacity drive for HP ProLiant servers, offering excellent storage density and hot-swap convenience for enterprise environments.