HPE 2TB SAS 12Gbps Business Critical 7.2K LFF Smart Carrier Hard Drive – 872485-B21

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Overview

The HPE 872485-B21 2TB SAS 12Gbps Business Critical 7.2K LFF Smart Carrier Hard Drive is designed for compatible HPE server environments requiring reliable, high-capacity storage. It combines 2TB of capacity with a 7,200 RPM rotational speed and a 12Gbps SAS interface, making it suitable for business file services, backup repositories, data archiving, and general enterprise storage workloads.

Featuring a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) and an HPE Smart Carrier, this drive is designed for installation in supported HPE server drive bays. Its SAS interface supports enterprise storage configurations, while digitally signed firmware helps protect firmware integrity. The drive uses a native 512-byte sector format, so compatibility should be verified against the target server and storage controller.

For organizations maintaining or expanding HPE infrastructure, the HPE 872485-B21 provides a practical storage option for capacity-oriented workloads. Its hot-plug design supports drive servicing in compatible systems, helping IT teams manage storage maintenance according to the server manufacturer's procedures.

Key Features – HPE 872485-B21

• Processor: Not applicable; this is a hard disk drive.
• Memory: Not applicable.
• Storage: 2TB capacity.
• Controller: Requires a compatible SAS storage controller.
• Networking / Ports: SAS 12Gbps storage interface with dual-port support.
• Power & Cooling: Uses the power and cooling supplied by a compatible server drive bay.
• Management: Drive monitoring depends on the installed HPE server and storage controller.
• Security: Digitally signed firmware.
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF).
• Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier (SC).
• Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM.
• Sector Format: 512n.
• Workload Classification: Business Critical / Midline.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE).
• Manufacturer Part Number: 872485-B21.
• Product Type: Internal hot-plug hard disk drive.
• Storage Capacity: 2TB.
• Processor Type: Not applicable.
• Chipset / Platform: Designed for compatible HPE server and storage platforms.
• Memory Technology: Not applicable.
• Storage Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gbps.
• Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM.
• Sector Format: 512n (native 512-byte sectors).
• Carrier Type: HPE Smart Carrier.
• RAID Support: Depends on the compatible server and installed SAS RAID or storage controller.
• Expansion Slots: Not applicable to the drive itself.
• Networking: Not applicable; connects through the SAS storage interface.
• I/O Ports: Internal SAS drive connector.
• Operating System Compatibility: Depends on the server, storage controller, drivers, and supported operating system configuration.
• Hot-Plug Support: Designed for compatible hot-plug drive bays.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF with HPE Smart Carrier.
• Weight:
  • 1.36 kg.
  • 3.00 lbs.
• Dimensions (W × D × H):
  • 105.8 × 170.0 × 26.8 mm.
  • 4.16 × 6.69 × 1.06 inches.
• Rack Compatibility: Does not mount directly in a rack. Installs in a compatible 3.5-inch LFF drive bay within a supported rack-mounted server or storage enclosure.

Ideal For

• Enterprise file and application storage.
• Backup and disaster recovery repositories.
• Business data archiving.
• Storage expansion in compatible HPE servers.
• Replacement of supported 2TB SAS Smart Carrier drives.
• Data center deployments requiring high-capacity SAS storage.
• Enterprise environments using compatible SAS RAID controllers.

Warranty & Support

• Standard Manufacturer Warranty: HPE specifies a one-year limited warranty for this Business Critical hard drive category, regardless of the warranty period of the server in which it is installed.
• Support Contract Compatibility: Additional HPE support services may be available subject to product eligibility, region, and applicable contract terms.
• Compatibility Verification: Confirm the server model, storage controller, drive bay, and firmware requirements before ordering.

FAQs – HPE 872485-B21

1. What is the storage capacity of the HPE 872485-B21?
It provides 2TB of storage capacity for compatible HPE server and storage configurations.

2. Does the HPE 872485-B21 use SAS or SATA?
It uses a SAS 12Gbps interface. The intended server and storage controller must support SAS drives.

3. What does 512n mean?
512n means the drive uses native 512-byte sectors. Check the target server and storage controller documentation to confirm support for this sector format.

4. Does this drive support hot-plug replacement?
It is designed for hot-plug installation in a compatible HPE Smart Carrier drive bay. Follow the server manufacturer's instructions for safe drive replacement.

5. Can this drive be used in a RAID array?
It can be used in a supported RAID configuration when the installed HPE storage controller supports the drive and intended RAID level. Verify controller compatibility before deployment.

6. What warranty comes with the HPE 872485-B21?
HPE specifies a one-year limited warranty for this Business Critical drive category. Confirm the warranty coverage applicable to the specific unit with the seller before purchasing.