Detailed Specifications
HPE P23608-B21 16 TB SAS 12G Helium Business-Critical HDD
Overview
The HPE P23608-B21 is a high-capacity, enterprise-grade hard drive built for large-scale storage deployments. It uses helium technology to reduce power consumption and supports a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, making it efficient for sequential and bulk data storage. With a 7,200 RPM spindle speed and 512e sector format, it delivers a balance of performance and reliability. This drive is suitable for HPE ProLiant servers in data center and archival applications with its large 3.5-inch form factor and hot-swap capability.
Key Features
16 TB of storage in a 3.5″ large form factor
SAS 12 Gb/s interface for high data throughput
Helium-filled for lower power and reduced vibration
7,200 RPM spindle speed for consistent performance
Instant Secure Erase (ISE) and digitally signed firmware
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | HPE |
| Part Number | P23608-B21 |
| Product Type | Enterprise HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 16 TB |
| Interface | SAS 12 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5″ (LFF) |
| Spindle Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Sector Size | 512e |
| Drive Technology | Helium |
| Carrier Type | Low Profile |
| Power Consumption | Idle ~5.7 W, Random read/write ~9.6 W, Sequential ~8.2 W |
| Workload Rating | Business Critical / Midline |
| Hot-Swap | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Compatible Platforms | HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10/Gen11 etc. |
