HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD

HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD:

The HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD is a high-capacity enterprise-class HPE hard drive designed for HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA) storage systems. It uses SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high reliability, better data integrity, and dual-port connectivity for continuous availability in enterprise environments.

The 7.2K refers to its spindle speed of 7,200 RPM, optimized for large-capacity storage rather than ultra-high performance, making it ideal for archival, backup, and bulk data storage. LFF (Large Form Factor) means it is a 3.5-inch drive, suitable for storage enclosures that support bigger disks for higher capacities.

The M2 indicates the second generation of media type used for better performance and endurance. With 20TB of raw capacity, it is particularly suited for workloads requiring massive storage capacity with moderate performance demands, such as big data repositories, cloud storage, or secondary storage tiers in data centers.

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Introducing HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD:

This enterprise-grade internal hard disk drive delivers 20 TB of storage capacity in a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), specifically designed for seamless integration into HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA) environments. It operates at a rotational speed of 7,200 RPM and utilizes a 12Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, offering a robust and high-throughput connection with dual-port reliability.

Classified as a Midline (M2) drive, it strikes an ideal balance between cost-efficiency and capacity predominantly suited for near-line, backup, archival, and capacity-driven workloads. Measuring approximately 7.4 in × 12.9 in × 5.4 in (H × W × D) or roughly 18.75 cm × 32.71 cm × 13.67 cm, it weighs about 0.59 kg. The drive features a standard MSA carrier compatible with systems such as the HPE MSA 1060 and 2060 series. The external data transfer rate is up to 1.2 GB/s, enabling reliable throughput for data-intensive tasks.

It is not typically used directly in HPE ProLiant servers, because those servers usually require Enterprise-class (Mission Critical or Performance-oriented) drives, while this MSA drive is engineered for capacity-focused storage arrays.

Specifications of HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD:

• Massive 20 TB Capacity: Offers ample storage for large-scale needs, such as millions of images, hundreds of hours of video, or up to a million songs.
• 12 Gb/s SAS Interface: Ensures high-speed data transfer and enterprise-grade reliability through a full-duplex, dual-port design.
• 7,200 RPM Spindle Speed: The “midline” rotational speed strikes a balance between capacity and energy efficiency, optimized for bulk storage rather than heavy I/O workloads.
• Large Form Factor (3.5-inch, LFF): Provides maximum storage density per drive bay.
• Midline-Grade (M2) Classification: Ideal for capacity-focused use cases where cost-efficiency matters over extreme performance.
• Dimensions: Approximately 187.5 mm (W) × 136.7 mm (H) × 327.1 mm (D)
• Weight: 590 g
• Interface Standard: Supports full 12 Gb/s SAS protocol

Applications of HPE MSA 20TB SAS 7.2K LFF M2 HDD:

• Mass Data Storage: Ideal for organizations that need to store huge volumes of structured or unstructured data, such as databases, logs, and large media files.
• Backup and Archival: Perfect for nearline storage, backup repositories, and long-term archival, thanks to its high capacity and cost-efficiency.
• Tiered Storage Solutions: Commonly used in secondary storage tiers within HPE MSA systems, where high capacity matters more than ultra-high speed.
• Virtualized Environments: Supports virtual machine storage and virtualized workloads in environments requiring large, affordable disk pools.

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