HPE 8TB SAS 12G Business Critical 7.2K LFF SC 512e Multi Vendor HDD (819201-K21)

This HPE 8TB hard drive stands out with its Business Critical classification, engineered for workloads that demand reliable, always-on performance. It combines a 7200 RPM spindle speed with a 12Gb/s SAS interface and a 512e sector format, delivering a balance of capacity and throughput for enterprise environments.

Highlights

• 8TB storage capacity in a 3.5-inch LFF form factor
• SAS 12Gb/s interface for high-speed data transfers
• 7200 RPM rotational speed with 256 MB buffer
• 512e Advanced Format sector emulation for compatibility
• Hot-swap support with HPE Smart Carrier (SC)
• Business Critical drive class for 24x7 operation

In daily use

Designed for HPE ProLiant servers, this drive handles up to 550 TB per year, making it suitable for data-intensive applications. The 2,000,000 hour MTBF rating reflects its durability, while the CMR recording technology ensures consistent write performance. Hot-plug capability allows for easy replacement without downtime.

Full specifications

• Storage Capacity: 8 TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Drive Class: Business Critical
• Sector Format: 512e
• Hot-Plug Support: Yes (HPE Smart Carrier)
• Carrier Type: HPE Smart Carrier (SC)
• Data Transfer Rate (External): 1200 MB/s
• Buffer Size: 256 MB
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 2,000,000 hours
• Workload Rating: Up to 550 TB/year
• Power Consumption (Idle): ~7.5 W
• Power Consumption (Operating): ~10.5 W
• Recording Technology: CMR
• Average Latency: 4.16 ms
• Drive Type: HDD

Final note

Backed by a 1-year warranty, this multi-vendor HDD offers a reliable storage solution for your server infrastructure.