HPE P28028-B21 300GB 12G Hard drive

HPE P28028-B21

300GB 12G Hard Drive

The HPE P28028-B21 is a high-performance **300GB 12G Hard Drive** designed for mission-critical applications in enterprise server environments. This 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) drive is engineered to deliver exceptional speed and reliability for demanding workloads like online transaction processing (OLTP), databases, and high-performance computing (HPC). With a fast **15,000 RPM** spindle speed and a **SAS 12Gb/s** interface, it provides the low latency and high throughput required for business-critical operations.

This Hard Drive is a genuine HPE part that has undergone rigorous testing and qualification to ensure seamless compatibility and reliable performance in HPE ProLiant servers. It is a hot-swappable drive, which simplifies maintenance and allows for easy replacement without taking the server offline. The drive's digitally signed firmware adds a layer of security, protecting against unauthorized firmware modifications and ensuring the integrity of your data.

Features :

The **P28028-B21** is built for extreme performance. Its **15,000 RPM** speed is one of the highest available for enterprise Hard Drive, which translates to a significant reduction in access time and a noticeable improvement in I/O performance. The **12G SAS** interface doubles the data transfer rate compared to 6G SAS, maximizing the throughput for data-intensive applications. The 300GB capacity is suitable for applications that prioritize speed over large storage volume. The hot-swap feature, combined with HPE's Smart Carrier, provides a user-friendly and reliable method for drive management in a server rack.

Advanced Options :

For IT professionals, the **HPE P28028-B21** represents a strategic choice for optimizing server performance. While SSDs have become common for high-performance storage, 15K RPM SAS drives still offer a compelling combination of speed, cost-effectiveness, and reliability for specific use cases. They are especially suitable for applications with high I/O demands that are sensitive to latency, where an SSD's capacity might be overkill or too expensive. By deploying this drive, businesses can enhance their server's responsiveness, accelerate database queries, and ensure a stable and consistent performance for their most important applications, ultimately improving overall IT efficiency.