HPE P40430-B21

Overview

The HPE P40430-B21 is a 300GB small form factor hard drive designed for mission critical storage in HPE servers. It features a 12G SAS interface that delivers fast data transfer speeds and a 10,000 rpm spindle speed to maintain responsiveness under heavy transactional workloads. Its 2.5-inch size fits seamlessly into HPE ProLiant server bays, making it an easy upgrade or replacement without requiring changes to your existing rack setup.

This drive is well suited for administrators managing databases, virtualization hosts, or business-critical applications that demand consistent performance and reliability. Its air-filled design helps keep power consumption low, ranging from approximately 3.8 watts when idle to 6.9 watts during active operations, which supports efficient cooling and energy management in dense server environments.

Key features

• High-speed 12G SAS interface ensures rapid data transfers for demanding workloads
• 10,000 rpm spindle speed provides quick access to frequently used data, reducing latency
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor optimizes server space without compromising capacity
• Air-filled design balances performance with power efficiency to reduce heat output
• Compatible with HPE ProLiant servers and mainstream HPE compute platforms for straightforward integration
• Shipped in a basic carrier that simplifies installation and future drive replacements
• Three-year limited warranty offers peace of mind for mission critical environments

Key specs

• Capacity: 300 GB
• Interface: 12G SAS
• Spindle speed: 10,000 rpm
• Form factor: 2.5 inch small form factor (SFF)
• Power consumption: approximately 3.8 W idle, 6.9 W active
• Data format: 512n
• Warranty: three-year limited HPE warranty

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive is engineered specifically for HPE ProLiant servers and other mainstream HPE compute platforms, ensuring seamless compatibility and reliable operation within these environments. The 12G SAS interface supports high-speed connections to server controllers, enabling efficient data flow for enterprise applications.

Installation and setup

The drive comes pre-installed in a basic carrier that slides directly into compatible HPE server bays. This design simplifies installation and future swaps, minimizing downtime and reducing the complexity of maintenance tasks. Its 2.5-inch size fits standard server slots, so no additional modifications are necessary.

Ideal uses and environments

This hard drive is a strong choice for data centers and IT administrators who require dependable storage for mission critical workloads such as databases, virtualization, and line-of-business applications. Its balance of speed, capacity, and power efficiency makes it well suited to dense server racks where managing heat and energy consumption is important.

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