Detailed Specifications
HPE Q2R41A MSA 2.4TB 12G SAS 10K SFF Hard Drive
Overview
The HPE Q2R41A is an enterprise-grade hard drive designed for high-performance and reliability within HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA) storage environments. This drive directly addresses the need for dependable, high-speed data access for mission-critical applications by providing a robust Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface and a 2.4 TB capacity point, balancing performance with storage density. It is specifically engineered for transactional workloads, databases, and virtualization where data integrity and uptime are paramount. At its core, this drive utilizes a 12Gb/s SAS interface, which provides the high-throughput connectivity required to prevent I/O bottlenecks in demanding SAN environments. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed delivers lower latency and faster seek times compared to midline drives, translating directly into improved server response times and the ability to process more transactions per second. This technical design ensures consistent performance for workloads that require rapid access to stored data. Physically, the Q2R41A is built on a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) chassis, making it ideal for dense storage configurations in modern data centers. It is a hot-swappable component, allowing for seamless replacement and upgrades without system downtime. Designed for integration with HPE MSA storage systems, this drive is managed and monitored through the array's native management utility, ensuring compatibility and simplifying lifecycle management within the existing infrastructure.
