HPE 4TB SATA 6G 7.2K LFF Midline Hard Drive with Smart Carrier (869694-001)

With a 4TB capacity and 7200 RPM spindle speed, this HPE hard drive delivers reliable performance for capacity-optimized server workloads. The SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures fast data transfers, while the 3.5-inch LFF form factor fits standard server bays.

Overview

The HPE 869694-001 is a midline hard drive engineered for HPE ProLiant servers. It combines a 4TB storage capacity with a 7200 RPM rotational speed and a 128MB buffer, providing a balance of performance and cost-effectiveness. The drive uses a 512n sector size and offers hot-swap capability for easy maintenance.

What stands out

• 4TB capacity for ample storage in a single drive
• SATA 6Gb/s interface with 600 MB/s external data transfer rate
• 7200 RPM spindle speed with 4.16 ms average latency
• Hot-swap support with HPE Smart Carrier for quick replacement
• Capacity-optimized design for high-density storage environments

Technical details

• Form factor: 3.5-inch LFF (Large Form Factor)
• Drive type: Midline Hard Drive
• Buffer size: 128 MB
• Mean time between failures (MTBF): 2,000,000 hours
• Power consumption (idle): 6.5 W
• Power consumption (operating): 11.5 W

Our verdict

A dependable capacity-focused drive for ProLiant servers, offering a solid mix of storage, speed, and reliability.