HPE 12 TB Hard Drive - 3.5-inch Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS)

Upgrade your data-center storage with the HPE 12 TB Hard Drive, a purpose-built 3.5-inch internal SAS drive designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays. This high-capacity, high-reliability hard drive delivers the density your infrastructure needs without sacrificing performance or uptime. With 12 TB of raw storage, a 7200 RPM rotational speed, and a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, it’s engineered to handle demanding workloads—from large-scale backups and archival storage to database logging, virtualization footprints, and media libraries. Built for continuous operation in data centers, this drive pairs robust reliability with scalable capacity, helping you consolidate storage, simplify management, and reduce total cost of ownership across multi-terabyte environments. Whether you’re expanding an existing array or building out a new storage solution, the HPE 12 TB SAS drive provides the foundation for flexible, resilient data growth.

• Massive capacity for growing data stores: 12 TB per drive enables storing millions of images, videos, databases, backups, and archival content without frequent expansion or added complexity.
• High-throughput enterprise performance: 7200 RPM spins combined with the SAS 12 Gb/s interface deliver steady, predictable bandwidth and I/O consistency for databases, virtual machines, file servers, and backup streams.
• Enterprise-grade reliability and endurance: engineered for 24x7 operation in demanding data-center environments, with advanced error detection and robust mechanical design to minimize downtime and data loss.
• Flexible deployment and easy integration: standard 3.5-inch form factor fits most enterprise servers and storage arrays; hot-swap compatibility with supported backplanes streamlines maintenance and upgrades.
• Energy-conscious design for data-center efficiency: optimized for lower energy per terabyte in large deployments, helping to reduce operating costs while maintaining performance and reliability.

Technical Details

• Capacity: 12 TB
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch internal drive
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Cache: 256 MB
• Technology: Enterprise-class HDD with enhanced error correction and data-protection features
• Data Transfer Rate: Sequential up to an industry-leading range suitable for data-center workloads
• Compatibility: Designed for storage systems and backplanes that support 3.5-inch SAS drives; suitable for HPE storage arrays and many third-party enterprise environments

how to install HPE 12 TB SAS Hard Drive

• Power down the server or storage enclosure if your backplane does not support hot-swapping, or confirm that your system supports hot-swapping with the drive bay in question.
• Open the drive bay or carrier, and prepare the SAS backplane interface for the new drive by ensuring the bay is clean and free of debris.
• Insert the HPE 12 TB SAS drive into the drive carrier, aligning the connectors with the backplane and sliding firmly into place until it seats securely.
• Secure the drive carrier with screws or use the locking mechanism provided by your chassis or backplane, following your system’s installation guide.
• Power on the system and, in the storage controller or operating system, initialize and format the new drive as needed. Verify the drive is recognized, perform a surface check if required, and monitor health via the system management tools.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the capacity of this drive? A: 12 TB of storage.
• Q: What interface does this drive use? A: SAS 12 Gb/s interface for high-bandwidth connections to enterprise backplanes and controllers.
• Q: What is the form factor? A: 3.5-inch internal drive, standard for most enterprise servers and storage arrays.
• Q: Is this drive suitable for 24x7 workloads? A: Yes. It is designed for enterprise environments that require continuous operation and high reliability.
• Q: Can I use this drive in a mixed-storage environment? A: It is compatible with many storage systems and backplanes that support 3.5-inch SAS drives; always verify compatibility with your specific vendor and model.
• Q: Does it come with enterprise-grade features like error recovery and data protection? A: Yes, it includes enterprise-class reliability features and enhanced error detection designed for data-center workloads.
• Q: What about performance in a virtualized environment? A: The 12 TB capacity, 7200 RPM speed, and SAS interface provide reliable throughput for virtual machines, databases, and consolidated workloads, reducing I/O bottlenecks and enabling smoother operations.
• Q: How does this drive help with cost of ownership? A: By delivering high capacity in a single drive, it reduces the number of drives needed to reach your storage targets, lowers cabling and management complexity, and can improve energy efficiency per terabyte in large deployments.