HPE 12TB SAS 12Gbps Business Critical 7.2K LFF Smart Carrier Helium Hard Drive – 881779-B21

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Overview

The HPE 881779-B21 12TB SAS 12Gbps Business Critical 7.2K LFF Smart Carrier Helium Hard Drive is designed to provide high-capacity storage for compatible HPE server environments. With 12TB capacity, a 7,200 RPM rotational speed, and a SAS 12Gbps interface, this drive is suited to capacity-focused business workloads such as backup storage, data archiving, and large datasets.

This 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) drive uses helium technology and 512e sector formatting. Its HPE Smart Carrier supports integration into compatible HPE server drive bays, while digitally signed firmware helps protect firmware integrity. Compatibility depends on the server model, storage controller, drive bay, and supported firmware.

For businesses expanding server storage or replacing an existing drive, the HPE 881779-B21 offers high-capacity SAS storage for supported infrastructure. Its Business Critical classification makes it a capacity-oriented option for enterprise environments where storage density and cost-effective capacity are important.

Key Features – HPE 881779-B21

• Processor: Not applicable; this is a hard disk drive.
• Memory: Not applicable.
• Storage: 12TB capacity.
• Controller: Uses a compatible SAS storage controller; no separate controller is included as part of the drive specification.
• Networking / Ports: SAS 12Gbps storage interface.
• Power & Cooling: Designed for installation in a compatible server drive bay with supported server power and cooling.
• Management: Drive monitoring and management depend on the installed HPE server and storage controller.
• Security: HPE digitally signed firmware.
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), Smart Carrier.
• Drive Speed: 7,200 RPM.
• Sector Format: 512e.
• Drive Technology: Helium-filled HDD.

Technical Specifications

• Product Number: 881779-B21
• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Product Type: Internal hot-swap hard disk drive
• Capacity: 12TB
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)
• Maximum Synchronous Transfer Rate: 12Gbps
• Rotational Speed: 7,200 RPM
• Memory Technology: Not applicable.
• Storage Format: 512e
• Drive Technology: Helium
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier (SC)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Workload Classification: Business Critical / Midline
• RAID Support: Depends on the compatible HPE server and installed RAID or SAS controller.
• Expansion Slots: Not applicable to the drive itself.
• Networking: Not applicable; connects through the SAS storage interface.
• I/O Ports: SAS drive connector; no external networking ports.
• Operating System Compatibility: Depends on the HPE server, storage controller, drivers, and supported operating system configuration.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF with Smart Carrier.
• Weight:
  • 1.13 kg
  • 2.5 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 in a supported server or storage enclosure.

Ideal For

• Enterprise backup and recovery repositories.
• Long-term data archiving.
• High-capacity storage for business applications.
• Storage expansion in compatible HPE servers.
• Replacement of supported 12TB SAS Smart Carrier drives.
• Data center environments that prioritize storage capacity and economical bulk storage.

Warranty & Support

• Standard Manufacturer Warranty: HPE lists a one-year limited warranty for its Midline hard drive category, regardless of the warranty period of the system in which the drive is installed. Confirm the terms for the specific item before ordering.
• Support Contract Compatibility: HPE support or Care Pack eligibility depends on the product, server, region, and applicable service terms.
• Installation and Compatibility: Verify the server model, drive bay, controller, and firmware requirements before deployment.

FAQs – HPE 881779-B21

1. What is the storage capacity of the HPE 881779-B21?
The drive provides 12TB of storage capacity for compatible HPE server and storage configurations.

2. Does the HPE 881779-B21 use SAS or SATA?
It uses a SAS 12Gbps interface. Confirm that the intended server and storage controller support SAS drives before installation.

3. What is the difference between 512e and 4Kn?
A 512e drive uses 512-byte logical sectors while its physical sectors are larger. Compatibility with the operating system and storage controller should be checked before deployment.

4. Is the HPE 881779-B21 hot-swappable?
It is designed for a compatible hot-swap drive bay. Safe replacement while the server is running depends on the server configuration and supported maintenance procedure.

5. Can this drive be installed in any HPE server?
No. Compatibility depends on the exact server model, drive bay, SAS controller, firmware, and supported drive configuration. Check the applicable HPE documentation before purchasing.

6. What warranty is available for this drive?
HPE lists a one-year limited warranty for its Midline hard drive category. Confirm the warranty applicable to the specific unit and any additional support options with the seller.