HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD

Brand: HPE | Category: Storage Systems

SKU: HPE-J9F43A | Part #: J9F43A | MPN: J9F43A

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About the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD

The HPE J9F43A delivers the predictable I/O performance and latency characteristics that infrastructure teams require when architecting storage solutions around defined SLAs. This HPE MSA 6TB midline hard disk drive combines proven 12Gb/s SAS connectivity with 7,200 RPM rotational speed to meet the throughput demands of business-critical workloads. Built in the industry-standard 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF), the J9F43A integrates seamlessly into HPE MSA storage arrays while maintaining compatibility across HPE 3PAR and HPE Primera platforms. The dual-port SAS interface ensures redundant I/O paths, and hot-plug support enables non-disruptive capacity expansion or maintenance. With 512e sector emulation and a 1-year manufacturer support entitlement included, this drive is engineered for sustained performance in nearline environments where capacity and reliability take precedence over high-speed random access workloads.

Storage architects and IT procurement teams standardize on the HPE J9F43A when right-sizing mid-tier storage infrastructure for virtualization, backup, and general file serving use cases. Organizations deploying HPE MSA arrays benefit from the tested compatibility and warranty alignment that manufacturer-supplied drives provide, eliminating integration risk and simplifying support escalation. The midline drive class offers a cost-effective alternative to high-performance options while delivering the SAS-3 (12Gb/s) interface speed required by modern data center environments. Enterprises seeking to balance capacity, availability, and total cost of ownership consistently select this form factor and performance tier.

The HPE J9F43A (part number J9F43A) represents a foundational building block for distributed storage deployment. To request a detailed quote, specify your array configuration, required quantity, and preferred delivery timeline, and Omnixon Global's storage specialists will provide pricing and availability from our Dubai headquarters.

Technical Specifications

BrandHPE
CategoryStorage Systems
SKUHPE-J9F43A
Part NumberJ9F43A
ConditionNew
Capacity6TB
Form FactorLFF (3.5in)
InterfaceSAS 6G
Speed7,200 RPM
Manufacturer Part NumberJ9F43A
Drive TypeMidline Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Raw Capacity6 TB
Form FactorLarge Form Factor (LFF) 3.5-inch
Interface12Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Rotational Speed7,200 RPM
Interface PortsDual Port SAS
SAS Interface GenerationSAS-3 (12Gb/s)
Drive ClassMidline (Nearline)
Support Entitlement1 Year Manufacturer Support
Compatible ArraysHPE MSA, HPE 3PAR, HPE Primera
Hot-Plug SupportYes
Sector Size512e (512-byte emulation)
EncryptionNone (non-SED variant)

Frequently Asked Questions about HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD

What does the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD do?

At 6TB, the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The SAS 6G interface is supported by major server platforms.

What are the headline specs of the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD?

Key specifications for the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD: capacity 6TB; form factor LFF (3.5in); interface SAS 6G; 1 to 3 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number J9F43A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD compatible with my infrastructure?

The HPE J9F43A - HPE MSA 6TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 1yr HDD uses a SAS 6G interface in a LFF (3.5in) 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.