HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD
Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise HDDs
SKU: HPE-872481-B21 | Part #: 872481-B21 | MPN: 872481-B21
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About the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD
With a 12 Gb/s SAS interface and 10,000 RPM rotational speed, the HPE 872481-B21 delivers sustained performance optimized for transactional workloads and high-frequency data access patterns. This 1.8TB enterprise-class drive combines 512e sector formatting with dual-port SAS connectivity, making it a proven fit for mission-critical storage architectures where uptime and predictable I/O throughput are non-negotiable. Storage architects and IT procurement teams specify this drive to balance capacity density with speed across HPE infrastructure deployments.
The HPE 872481-B21 ships in a hot-plug SmartDrive Carrier (SC) form factor and integrates directly with HPE Smart Array SAS controllers found across ProLiant and Synergy platforms. Rotational vibration compensation and T10 Protection Information support ensure data integrity under high-concurrency loads, while built-in iLO health reporting through Smart Storage Administrator provides real-time drive diagnostics without third-party tooling. Operating range of 0°C to 60°C suits standard datacenter environments. The DS designation confirms HPE digital signing for firmware authenticity and supply-chain integrity. Request an RFQ through Omnixon Global for volume pricing and lead-time confirmation on the HPE 872481-B21 and compatible enterprise storage solutions.
Typical Deployment Scenarios
- Mixed-workload SANs requiring fast random I/O and sequential throughput in compact 2.5-inch form factors
- HPE ProLiant Gen9, Gen10, and Gen10 Plus server deployments needing hot-plug drive redundancy
- HPE Synergy compute module environments where modular storage flexibility reduces capital expenditure
- Virtualization and database tiers where 10,000 RPM performance outweighs capacity-per-watt constraints
- Archive and backup appliances leveraging dual-port SAS for controller failover and non-disruptive maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise HDDs |
| SKU | HPE-872481-B21 |
| Part Number | 872481-B21 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 1.8TB |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 872481-B21 |
| Drive Type | Hard Disk Drive (HDD) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Capacity | 1.8 TB |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Sector Format | 512e (512-byte emulation) |
| Hot-Plug | Yes |
| Carrier Type | SmartDrive Carrier (SC) |
| Drive Designation | DS (DataSource / HPE digitally signed) |
| Interface Ports | Dual-port SAS |
| Data Transfer Rate (Interface) | 12 Gb/s |
| Rotational Vibration Compensation | Yes |
| T10 Protection Information (PI) | Supported |
| Compatible Controllers | HPE Smart Array SAS controllers |
| Server Compatibility | HPE ProLiant Gen9, Gen10 and Gen10 Plus servers; HPE Synergy compute modules |
| iLO Health Integration | Yes — drive health reporting via HPE iLO and Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Encryption | Not specified for this model (non-SED variant) |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD
What does the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD do?
At 1.8TB, the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The SAS 12G interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD?
Key specifications for the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD: capacity 1.8TB; form factor SFF (2.5in); interface SAS 12G; 1 to 3 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number 872481-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE 872481-B21 - HPE 1.8TB SAS 10K SFF SC 512e DS HDD uses a SAS 12G interface in a SFF (2.5in) form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.