Brand: HPE | Category: Storage Systems
SKU: HPE-R3U72A | Part #: R3U72A | MPN: R3U72A
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The HPE R3U72A hard disk drive delivers the predictable performance and capacity density that data center SLAs demand in 4K random workloads, with proven 7,200 RPM spindle speed and SAS 12Gb/s interface responsiveness built into every unit. This HPE MSA 16TB SAS 12G Midline drive combines 16TB raw capacity in a standard LFF 3.5-inch form factor with the HPE Smart Carrier M2 mounting system, ensuring seamless physical and logical integration into HPE storage ecosystems. The R3U72A is factory pre-validated for HPE MSA series arrays, HPE 3PAR, and HPE Primera platforms, eliminating qualification delays and reducing deployment risk. Hot-plug capability enables non-disruptive drive replacement, and the included 1-year HPE manufacturer support entitlement provides direct vendor backing from day one.
Storage architects and IT procurement teams standardizing on HPE infrastructure select the R3U72A when capacity-tier economics and nearline performance align—particularly in backup, archive, and secondary storage deployments where midline-class drives balance cost-per-terabyte against access latency. Organizations running HPE MSA storage arrays or consolidating onto HPE 3PAR or Primera platforms benefit from the pre-validated design, which eliminates firmware compatibility testing and accelerates time-to-production. The drive's proven 7,200 RPM rotational speed and SAS 12Gb/s interface make it suitable for moderate-concurrency workloads where throughput and reliability matter more than ultra-low latency performance.
Omnixon Global supplies the HPE R3U72A (part number R3U72A) to enterprise customers across the UAE, GCC region, and beyond, with direct HPE channel partnerships ensuring authentic stock and full warranty support. For volume pricing, availability verification, and integration guidance specific to your HPE storage architecture, contact our sales team to submit an RFQ.
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Storage Systems |
| SKU | HPE-R3U72A |
| Part Number | R3U72A |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 16TB |
| Form Factor | LFF (3.5in) |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R3U72A |
| Drive Type | Hard Disk Drive (HDD) |
| Raw Capacity | 16TB |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 7,200 RPM |
| Drive Class | Midline (MDL) |
| Form Factor | LFF 3.5-inch |
| Carrier Type | HPE Smart Carrier (M2) |
| Compatible Arrays | HPE MSA series; HPE 3PAR; HPE Primera |
| Support Entitlement | 1-Year HPE Manufacturer Support |
| Drive Validation | HPE Factory Pre-validated for MSA/3PAR/Primera ecosystems |
| Hot-Plug Support | Yes |
| Product Line | HPE MSA Storage Drives |
| Drive Category | Nearline / Capacity Tier |
At 16TB, the HPE R3U72A - HPE MSA 16TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) M2 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 12G interface is supported by major server platforms.
Key specifications for the HPE R3U72A - HPE MSA 16TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) M2 1yr HDD: capacity 16TB; form factor LFF (3.5in); interface SAS 12G; 1 to 3 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number R3U72A. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
The HPE R3U72A - HPE MSA 16TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) M2 1yr HDD uses a SAS 12G 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.