HPE 450GB 3.5" 12G 15K SAS HDD

Overview

The HPE 737394-B21 is a 3.5-inch hard drive designed to provide fast and reliable storage for HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers. With a capacity of 450GB and a spindle speed of 15,000 RPM, it delivers quick data access suitable for database partitions, virtual machine volumes, and application data that require high performance without occupying excessive rack space. Its 12 Gb/s SAS interface ensures efficient data transfer, making it well suited for environments with demanding workloads.

Key features

• High spindle speed of 15,000 RPM for rapid response to mission-critical transactions and indexing tasks
• 12 Gb/s SAS interface that supports large data blocks and multiple small requests without bottlenecks
• Hot-swappable SmartDrive Carrier allows drive replacement or addition without shutting down the server
• Genuine HPE firmware ensures smooth integration with system utilities, diagnostics, and monitoring tools
• Compact 3.5-inch form factor with a low profile design to optimize rack space usage
• Certified compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers for reliable operation

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 450 GB
• Form factor: 3.5 inch
• Spindle speed: 15,000 RPM
• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers
• Firmware: Genuine HPE certified

Connectivity and compatibility

This hard drive connects via a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, providing a high-speed data path that supports both large sequential transfers and numerous small random requests. It is specifically designed to fit into HPE ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 server backplanes, ensuring seamless hardware and firmware integration. The SmartDrive Carrier supports hot swapping, which is essential for maintaining uptime during maintenance or capacity upgrades.

Ideal uses and environments

The HPE 737394-B21 is a strong choice for IT administrators managing branch office file servers, virtualization clusters, or data centers that run analytics and require consistent, high-speed storage. Its fast spindle speed and robust interface make it well suited to finance, healthcare, and e-commerce environments where rapid data access and reliability are critical. This drive helps reduce latency and boost throughput, keeping essential services responsive and stable under heavy workloads.