HPE 652572-B21 SAS 6Gb/s 10000K RPM 450GB Enterprise HDD

Overview

The HPE 652572-B21 is an enterprise hard drive designed to deliver 450GB of reliable, high-speed storage for HPE ProLiant servers. Featuring a SAS interface with data transfer rates up to 6Gb/s and a spindle speed of 10,000 RPM, it ensures fast access to critical data and smooth performance for demanding workloads such as databases, virtualization, and transactional applications. Its compact 2.5-inch form factor allows for efficient use of rack space while reducing power and cooling needs compared to larger drives.

Key features

• 450GB capacity suitable for operating systems, databases, and virtual machine storage
• SAS interface delivering consistent throughput at speeds up to 6Gb/s
• 10,000 RPM spindle speed minimizes latency for quick data access
• Compact 2.5-inch size helps conserve rack space and lowers power consumption
• Comes in an HPE SmartDrive carrier for easy, tool-less installation and hot-swap capability
• Fully compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers for seamless integration
• Built to operate continuously in enterprise and data center environments, ensuring durability and reliability

Key specs

• Capacity: 450GB
• Interface: SAS 6Gb/s
• Spindle speed: 10,000 RPM
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers
• Installation: Hot-swap with HPE SmartDrive carrier

Installation and setup

The drive is delivered in an HPE SmartDrive carrier that fits directly into the hot-swap bays of ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers. This design eliminates the need for additional brackets or cables, allowing IT administrators to quickly replace or add storage without downtime. The tool-less installation simplifies maintenance and helps keep your data center running efficiently.

Ideal uses and environments

This hard drive is well suited for enterprise data centers and server environments where consistent performance and reliability are critical. It supports transactional database nodes, virtualization clusters, and branch office servers that require fast access to data and efficient use of rack space. Its design balances speed and capacity, making it a strong choice for workloads that demand low latency and continuous operation.