Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise HDDs
SKU: HPE-Q2R42A | Part #: Q2R42A | MPN: Q2R42A
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The HPE Q2R42A supports iSCSI and SMB protocols, positioning this midline hard disk drive as an archive-class storage solution for capacity-intensive workloads. Built on HPE's proven MSA platform, the Q2R42A delivers reliable, cost-effective bulk storage for organizations requiring scalable capacity without premium performance overhead. This 12TB LFF 3.5-inch drive is engineered for environments where sequential throughput and availability matter more than sub-millisecond latency, making it ideal for backup, archival, and general-purpose data retention scenarios.
Storage architects and IT procurement teams evaluating midline storage solutions will find the Q2R42A a dependable choice for HPE MSA deployments. The drive features hot-plug capability and HPE Smart Carrier integration, enabling seamless field replacement and reduced downtime. With 12Gb/s SAS connectivity and 7,200 RPM spindle speed, this midline drive balances performance with energy efficiency across large-capacity arrays. HPE SmartDrive technology enhances reliability and compatibility within HPE infrastructure ecosystems, while the 512e sector emulation ensures broad compatibility with modern storage controllers. Whether expanding existing HPE MSA arrays or building new archive-tier capacity, the Q2R42A (part number Q2R42A) delivers predictable, manageable storage economics.
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| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise HDDs |
| SKU | HPE-Q2R42A |
| Part Number | Q2R42A |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 12TB |
| Form Factor | LFF (3.5in) |
| Interface | SAS 6G |
| Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q2R42A |
| Drive Type | Midline Hard Disk Drive (HDD) |
| Form Factor | LFF 3.5-inch |
| Capacity | 12 TB |
| Interface | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Spindle Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Sector Size | 512e (512-byte emulation, 4K physical sectors) |
| Hot Plug | Yes |
| Carrier Type | HPE Smart Carrier (SC) |
| Compatible Arrays | HPE MSA, HPE 3PAR StoreServ, HPE Primera |
| Drive Bay Compatibility | LFF (3.5-inch) drive bays |
| Included Support Term | 1 Year |
| HPE SmartDrive | Yes |
| Product Line | HPE MSA Midline |
| Encryption | None (non-SED) |
At 12TB, the HPE Q2R42A - HPE MSA 12TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 512e 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.
Key specifications for the HPE Q2R42A - HPE MSA 12TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 512e 1yr HDD: capacity 12TB; form factor LFF (3.5in); interface SAS 6G; 1 to 3 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number Q2R42A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
The HPE Q2R42A - HPE MSA 12TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF (3.5in) Midline 512e 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.
