516828-B21 – HPE 600GB 6G SAS 15K RPM LFF Dual-Port Enterprise Hard Drive

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Overview

The 516828-B21 HPE 600GB 6G SAS 15K RPM LFF (3.5-inch) Dual-Port Enterprise Hard Drive is an enterprise storage drive designed for compatible HPE ProLiant servers and supported storage platforms. It combines 600GB of capacity, a 6Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, and a 15,000 RPM rotational speed for applications requiring responsive access to frequently used business data.

Designed for enterprise workloads, this hot-plug drive is suitable for database applications, transaction processing, and other I/O-intensive workloads in compatible server environments. Its dual-port SAS architecture supports enterprise storage connectivity, while the large-form-factor design fits supported 3.5-inch drive bays.

The 516828-B21 is intended for maintaining or expanding compatible legacy HPE infrastructure. Before ordering, confirm the server generation, drive carrier, SAS controller, and firmware requirements to ensure compatibility with your existing configuration.

Key Features – HPE 516828-B21

• Processor: Not applicable; this is a hard disk drive.
• Memory: Not applicable.
• Storage: 600GB capacity.
• Controller: Requires a compatible SAS controller, such as a supported HPE Smart Array controller.
• Networking / Ports: 6Gb/s SAS interface with dual-port connectivity.
• Power & Cooling: Powered and cooled through a compatible server or storage drive bay.
• Management: Drive monitoring and health reporting depend on the host server and supported storage controller.
• Security: Hardware encryption is not confirmed for this SKU.
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), hot-plug enterprise HDD.

Technical Specifications

• Processor Type: Not applicable.
• Chipset / Platform: Compatible HPE ProLiant servers and supported storage platforms.
• Memory Technology: Not applicable.
• Storage Interface: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), 6Gb/s.
• RAID Support: RAID capabilities depend on the installed compatible HPE Smart Array controller or storage system.
• Expansion Slots: Not applicable; installs in a compatible drive bay.
• Networking: No Ethernet interface; uses SAS storage connectivity.
• I/O Ports: Dual-port SAS drive interface.
• Operating System Compatibility: Depends on the host server, storage controller, drivers, and supported operating system.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) enterprise hard drive.
• Weight:
  • 0.77 kg
  • 1.7 lbs
• Dimensions (W × D × H):
  • 110.7 × 188.7 × 26.4 mm (W × D × H)
  • 4.36 × 7.43 × 1.04 inches (W × D × H)
• Rack Compatibility: Does not mount directly in a rack; installs in a compatible HPE server or storage enclosure.

Ideal For

• Maintaining compatible HPE ProLiant server infrastructure.
• Replacing a failed drive in supported enterprise server configurations.
• Database and transaction-processing applications.
• Business applications with intensive storage access requirements.
• Enterprise environments using supported SAS storage controllers.
• Maintaining legacy server hardware where a complete infrastructure upgrade is not yet planned.

Warranty & Support

• Standard Manufacturer Warranty: HPE documentation identifies this drive as an enterprise model with a three-year warranty. Confirm the warranty applicable to the supplied unit and sales channel before purchase.
• Support Contract Compatibility: Eligibility depends on the installed HPE system, support agreement, product entitlement, and drive condition. Confirm coverage with HPE or Chicago Computer Supply.

FAQs – HPE 516828-B21

1. What is the storage capacity of the 516828-B21?
The drive provides 600GB of storage capacity.

2. What interface and rotational speed does it support?
It uses a 6Gb/s SAS interface and operates at 15,000 RPM.

3. Is the 516828-B21 hot-pluggable?
Yes. It is listed as a hot-plug drive for compatible HPE systems. Follow the server's approved drive-replacement procedures.

4. Which HPE servers support this hard drive?
HPE lists this drive among the supported options for selected ProLiant generations, including the DL380 G6/G7 and ML350 G6. Verify compatibility with your exact server model and configuration.

5. Can this SAS drive be installed in a SATA-only drive bay?
Do not assume compatibility. The controller and backplane must support SAS drives.

6. Is this drive suitable for high-transaction enterprise workloads?
Its 15,000 RPM rotational speed and SAS interface make it suitable for supported performance-oriented workloads. Actual performance depends on the server, controller, storage configuration, and application.