Description
Engineered for demanding enterprise environments, the HPE 1.80 TB Hard Drive delivers a powerful blend of high-capacity storage, rapid access, and reliable performance in a compact 2.5" form factor. Designed for servers, data centers, and virtualization workloads, this enterprise-class SAS drive is built to handle high-transaction databases, large-scale backups, and multimedia libraries with ease. With a 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a 12Gb/s SAS interface, you get the speed, responsiveness, and bandwidth needed to keep critical applications running smoothly while maximizing rack density and energy efficiency.
- High-performance enterprise storage: 1.80 TB of usable capacity paired with a 10,000 RPM drive mechanism delivers consistently fast random and sequential I/O, reducing latency for read/write-heavy workloads and accelerating virtualization, databases, and analytics workloads.
- Dense 2.5-inch form factor: The compact 2.5" footprint enables higher drive density in hot-swappable bays and storage arrays, helping data centers scale capacity without sacrificing rack space or power efficiency.
- Industry-leading data access with SAS 12Gb/s: The 12Gb/s SAS interface ensures high-throughput transfers between the drive and host controllers, enabling quicker data access and shorter backup windows in even the most demanding environments.
- Enterprise reliability and data integrity: Built for continuous operation, this drive features enterprise-grade construction and non-volatile memory support to protect data integrity, improve caching behavior, and speed recovery after transient power events.
- Warranty and long-term value: Backed by a 3-year warranty, the HPE hard drive provides predictable support and a lower total cost of ownership, making it a solid choice for mission-critical deployments and scalable infrastructure.
Technical Details of HPE 1.80 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)
- Capacity: 1.80 TB
- Form factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
- Interface: SAS (12Gb/s SAS)
- Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
- Warranty: 3 years
- Cache and memory: Includes non-volatile memory features to protect data integrity, improve caching efficiency, and support rapid recovery after power interruptions
How to install HPE 1.80 TB Hard Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)
Installing this enterprise drive is straightforward in compatible servers and storage arrays equipped with 2.5" hot-swappable bays. Follow these steps to ensure a safe and reliable deployment:
- Power down the server or storage array and disconnect all power sources to prevent electrical shock or data loss.
- Identify a compatible 2.5" hot-swappable drive bay in the chassis that supports SAS front-end connectivity and enterprise-grade drives.
- If the system uses a drive carrier or sled, ensure it is clean and free of obstructions. Align the HPE drive with the carrier’s screw holes or latch mechanism.
- Gently slide the drive into the bay until it seats securely. If using a carrier, engage any latches or screws as required and confirm a solid connection.
- Connect the SAS reference cable and power cable to the drive backplane or controller, ensuring secure contacts and proper cable routing to avoid interference with fans or other components.
- Power on the system and enter the server’s management interface. Verify that the new drive is detected, then run a health check or SMART status assessment to confirm operational readiness.
- Initialize the drive as needed for your storage pool or RAID configuration, and proceed with the standard data provisioning for your environment.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What workloads is this drive best suited for? A: This 1.80 TB 2.5" SAS drive excels in databases, virtualization hosts, large backups, and media libraries where fast access, reliable throughput, and consistent performance are critical.
- Q: Is the drive hot-swappable? A: Yes. The 2.5" form factor with enterprise drive design supports hot-swappable bays typical of data center servers and storage arrays, enabling maintenance without downtime.
- Q: How does the 10,000 RPM speed impact performance? A: Higher rotational speed reduces seek times and delivers faster data access for read/write operations, improving application responsiveness and reducing latency under heavy workloads.
- Q: What about data integrity and caching? A: The drive incorporates non-volatile memory features that protect data integrity during power events, enhance caching behavior, and speed recovery after interruptions, which is essential for business-critical applications.
- Q: What is the warranty and total cost of ownership? A: It comes with a 3-year warranty, providing predictable support and service life, contributing to lower total cost of ownership by minimizing unplanned downtime.
- Q: What systems are compatible with this drive? A: The drive is designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays that accept 2.5" SAS drives and support 12Gb/s SAS interfaces, including HP/HPE platforms and compatible third-party enclosures.
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