HPE 16TB SAS 12Gb/s Business Critical 7.2K LFF LP 512e Hard Drive

Enterprise storage administrators managing dense data growth in HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems rely on this 16TB SAS hard drive for bulk storage, backup, and archival workloads where cost-per-terabyte is critical. The drive combines high capacity with business-critical reliability, engineered for 24x7 operation in large form factor (LFF) server chassis. Its low-profile design fits space-constrained environments, while the 512e sector format ensures compatibility with legacy applications.

Key specifications

• Storage capacity: 16 TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Form factor: 3.5-inch LFF (Large Form Factor)
• Drive type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
• Workload type: Business Critical (Midline/Nearline)
• Hot-swap support: Yes
• Buffer size: 512 MB
• Sector format: 512e (512-byte emulation)
• External data transfer rate: 1200 MB/s
• Average latency: 4.16 ms
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power consumption (idle): ~7.5 W
• Power consumption (operating): ~12.5 W
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 60°C (41°F to 140°F)
• Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
• Operating shock: 70G / 2ms
• Non-operating shock: 300G / 2ms
• Low profile (LP): Yes
• Manufacturer warranty: 1 Year

Why choose it

This HPE drive delivers consistent performance and endurance for business-critical applications. With a 2 million hour MTBF and advanced error recovery, it ensures data integrity and minimal downtime. The 512e sector format bridges legacy and modern systems, supporting large capacity drives without compatibility issues. Its low-profile design maximizes storage density in space-constrained server chassis, and the SAS 12Gb/s interface provides high throughput for demanding workloads.

Ideal use cases

• Bulk data storage and backup in enterprise servers
• Archival systems requiring high capacity and reliability
• Business-critical applications needing 24x7 operation
• Dense storage environments with space constraints

Good to know

The drive is hot-swappable, allowing for easy replacement without downtime. It operates efficiently with low power consumption, reducing total cost of ownership. The 1-year manufacturer warranty covers defects, and the drive is validated for use in HPE ProLiant servers and storage systems, ensuring seamless integration and support.