
HPE 12TB SAS 7.2K LFF SC He 512e MV HDD
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HPE 12TB SAS 7.2K LFF SC He 512e MV HDD.
Device Type: Hard drive - hot-swap. Capacity: 12 TB. Form Factor: 3.5" LFF. Interface: SAS 12Gb/s. Features: Advanced format 512e, Helium technology, Digitally Signed Firmware. Bundled with: HPE Smart Carrier. Drive Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps (external). Spindle Speed: 7200 rpm.
Specifications
- Capacity
- 12 TB
Highlights
- 12 TB high-capacity helium-sealed storage
- Fast 7200 rpm spindle speed with 12Gb/s SAS interface
- 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF) hot-swap design
- Includes HPE Smart Carrier (SC)
- Digitally Signed Firmware and 512e Advanced Format
General
- Device Type
- Hard drive - hot-swap
- Capacity
- 12 TB
- Form Factor
- 3.5" LFF
- Interface
- SAS 12Gb/s
- Features
- Advanced format 512e, Helium technology, Digitally Signed Firmware
- Bundled with
- HPE Smart Carrier
Compatibility Information
- Designed For
- HPE D3610
- Designed For
- HPE StoreEasy 1660, 1660 Performance
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s
- Compatible Bay
- 3.5" LFF
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 1 year
Performance
- Drive Transfer Rate
- 1.2 GBps (external)
- Spindle Speed
- 7200 rpm
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The HPE 12TB SAS 7.2K LFF SC He 512e MV HDD is an enterprise-grade 3.5-inch hot-swap hard drive designed for high-capacity server and storage environments. Featuring SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, helium technology, and digitally signed firmware, it is built for IT administrators scaling systems like the HPE StoreEasy 1660 and HPE D3610 enclosures.
Frequently asked questions
Which systems is this HPE 12TB SAS drive compatible with?
- This drive is designed for compatible HPE systems accepting 3.5-inch LFF hot-swap drives, such as the HPE StoreEasy 1660, 1660 Performance, and HPE D3610 storage enclosures.
What are the benefits of helium technology in this HDD?
- Helium technology reduces internal air turbulence and friction within the hard drive casing. This allows for higher platter density, offering a massive 12 TB capacity while maintaining standard 7200 rpm performance.
Does this hard drive come with a warranty in South Africa?
- Yes, it includes a 1-year limited warranty backed locally in South Africa when purchased via Server Hub.