HPE P23608-B21

Overview

The HPE P23608-B21 is a 16TB enterprise hard drive designed to expand storage capacity in HPE servers and compatible mainstream compute platforms. It features a 12G SAS interface for high-speed data transfer and operates at 7200 RPM, delivering a balance of performance and energy efficiency. The helium-filled design reduces internal friction, helping the drive run cooler and quieter during extended use, while 512e sector formatting enhances storage efficiency for modern operating systems and applications.

Key features

• High-capacity 16TB storage ideal for growing file shares, backup targets, and archival data needs
• 12G SAS interface with dual-port support ensures reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity for demanding workloads
• 7200 RPM spindle speed provides consistent throughput while managing power consumption effectively
• Helium-filled construction reduces heat generation and power use, extending drive longevity and stability
• 512e sector formatting improves storage efficiency and compatibility with current software environments
• Instant Secure Erase feature allows fast and secure data sanitization, simplifying decommissioning processes
• Large form factor drive comes with a low-profile carrier for easy installation in HPE server bays
• Certified for business-critical workloads, supporting departmental databases, content repositories, and scale-out storage clusters
• One-year limited warranty from HPE offers peace of mind and support for enterprise deployments

Key specs

• Capacity: 16 TB
• Interface: 12G SAS
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Form factor: Large form factor (LFF) with low-profile carrier
• Sector format: 512e
• Drive type: Helium-filled hard disk drive
• Workload classification: Business critical
• Warranty: One-year limited HPE warranty

Connectivity and compatibility

This drive connects via a 12G SAS interface, providing dual-port capability for redundancy and improved data paths. It is designed to fit into large form factor bays commonly found in HPE ProLiant servers and other mainstream compute platforms, making it a straightforward upgrade for existing infrastructure. The 512e sector format ensures smooth integration with modern operating systems and storage applications.

Performance and reliability

With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, the drive delivers steady data throughput suitable for business-critical environments. The helium-filled design reduces internal friction and heat, which helps maintain consistent performance over long duty cycles and lowers power consumption. Instant Secure Erase adds a layer of security by enabling rapid, full-drive data wiping, which is essential for secure data lifecycle management.

Ideal uses and environments

This 16TB drive is well suited to organizations that require reliable, high-capacity storage for departmental databases, content repositories, and software-defined storage clusters. It fits well in environments where uptime and data integrity are critical, such as enterprise data centers and backup infrastructures. IT teams looking to expand storage without compromising on performance or reliability will find this drive a strong choice.

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