HPE 834031-B21 internal hard drive 8 TB 7200

Detailed Specifications

This high-capacity 8TB hard drive is engineered for enterprise servers requiring a balance of storage density, reliability, and economic value. As a midline SAS drive, it is specifically designed for business-critical workloads that demand dependable data access and integrity within HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 server environments. It directly addresses the need for expansive bulk storage without the premium cost of high-performance mission-critical drives, making it an ideal solution for data archiving, disk-based backup, and managing large, unstructured datasets. The drive leverages a 12Gb/s SAS interface, providing a robust and high-speed data path between the drive and the server's storage controller. This dual-port interface ensures high availability and eliminates single points of failure, a crucial feature for environments that cannot tolerate downtime. Its 7200 RPM spindle speed offers reliable performance for sequential read/write operations common in tiered storage and data analytics applications. Furthermore, the inclusion of HPE Digitally Signed Firmware provides an essential layer of security by preventing unauthorized firmware modifications that could compromise data integrity or server security. Designed for seamless integration, this Large Form Factor (LFF) 3.5-inch drive comes mounted in an HPE Low Profile Carrier (LPC) for hot-pluggable serviceability. This allows for straightforward installation and replacement in compatible ProLiant servers and storage arrays without requiring server downtime. Management is simplified through integration with HPE server management tools, which report on drive activity and health status, enabling proactive maintenance to ensure continuous operation in demanding 24x7 data center environments.