HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G MIDLINE 7.2K LFF M2

HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G MIDLINE 7.2K LFF M2:

The HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF M2 is a high-capacity enterprise HPE Hard Server that designed for Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s MSA (Modular Smart Array) storage systems. It provides 18 terabytes of storage per drive, making it ideal for environments that require large amounts of data storage at a lower cost per terabyte compared to SSDs.

The SAS 12G (12 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI) interface ensures reliable and faster data transfer than traditional SATA drives, while still being compatible with enterprise storage infrastructures. Classified as Midline (MDL), this drive is optimized for bulk storage and less write-intensive workloads, such as archiving, backups, file storage, and media repositories.

With a 7,200 RPM rotational speed, it balances capacity and performance, while the Large Form Factor (LFF, 3.5-inch) design allows higher-capacity drives per storage bay. The M2 generation indicates it belongs to the second-generation models certified for MSA arrays, ensuring compatibility and reliability. Overall, this HDD is suited for organizations needing cost-effective, high-capacity storage for data that doesn’t demand the extreme performance of enterprise SSDs.

Introduction of HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G MIDLINE 7.2K LFF M2:

The HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF M2 is a high-capacity enterprise Hard server designed for HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA) storage systems. It offers a balance of large storage capacity and reliable performance for organizations that need cost-efficient solutions for archiving, backups, bulk data storage, and media workloads.

With its 12G SAS interface, this drive delivers stable connectivity and enterprise-class reliability while providing significantly higher storage density in 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) bays. As a Midline (MDL) drive, it is engineered for workloads with moderate performance needs but very high capacity requirements, making it an ideal fit for secondary storage and data protection tasks.

The HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF M2 is not a hard drive that goes directly into an HPE ProLiant server. Instead, it is designed specifically for HPE MSA (Modular Smart Array) storage systems, which are external storage arrays that connect to servers to provide shared storage.

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Use Case of HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G MIDLINE 7.2K LFF M2:

• Cost efficiency: Lower cost per TB compared to SSDs, making it suitable for budget-conscious environments.
• High capacity: Ideal for organizations that need to store large volumes of data, like healthcare imaging, video surveillance, or digital archives.
• Backup & recovery: Often used as part of a tiered storage strategy SSD for performance, HDD for long-term retention.
• Scalability: Easy to expand capacity in MSA systems as data grows.

Specifications of HPE MSA 18TB SAS 12G MIDLINE 7.2K LFF M2:

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Product Family: HPE MSA (Modular Smart Array)
• Capacity: 18 TB
• Interface: SAS 12G (12 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI)
• Form Factor: LFF (Large Form Factor, 3.5-inch)
• Drive Type: HDD (Hard Disk Drive)
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Category: Midline (MDL), optimized for capacity-driven, less write-intensive workloads
• Generation: M2, certified for latest HPE MSA arrays
• Hot-Swappable: Yes (can be replaced without shutting down the system)
• Workload Profile: Suitable for archiving, backups, file storage, and low-to-medium I/O environments
• Reliability: Enterprise-grade durability and error recovery features
• Use Cases: Data archiving, bulk storage, media repositories, and secondary storage in enterprise IT environments

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