Brand: HPE | Category: Storage Systems
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. The included 1-year support term provides baseline coverage for enterprise deployments. 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 | Storage Systems |
| 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.