Hard Disk: Hewlett Packard Enterprise 2TB 6G SAS 7.2K LLF (698695-001)

Hard Disk: Hewlett Packard Enterprise 2TB 6G SAS 7.2K LLF (698695-001) is a 2TB enterprise-class SAS drive designed for use in HPE servers and storage arrays. With a 6 Gb/s SAS interface, 7,200 RPM spindle speed and low-level format (LLF), this drive provides consistent throughput and predictable performance for database, virtualization and archive workloads. The model number 698695-001 identifies the drive as compatible with HPE ProLiant and compatible server platforms that require an HPE-branded 2TB SAS HDD.

Advantages

The 6G SAS interface ensures stable, full-duplex data transfer at enterprise speeds while maintaining backward compatibility with existing SAS infrastructures. The 7.2K RPM spindle balance delivers moderate latency suitable for mixed read/write workloads, and the 2TB capacity offers a balance between storage density and performance. LLF configuration and HPE part numbering simplify compatibility and deployment in HPE server environments, reducing integration issues and easing fleet management.

Suitable for

• Server storage expansion in HPE ProLiant systems
• General-purpose databases and application servers
• Virtual machine hosts and hypervisor datastore
• Nearline archive and backup repositories
• RAID arrays requiring enterprise SAS drives

Key specifications

• Brand: HP Enterprise
• Model / MPN: 698695-001
• EAN: 5704174551874
• Capacity: 2 TB
• Interface: SAS 6 Gb/s (6G)
• Rotational speed: 7,200 RPM
• Low-level format: LLF (HPE-specific formatting)
• Category: HDD (enterprise)

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible HPE server bay or storage enclosure following the server manufacturer’s service manual. Ensure the server is powered down or follow hot-swap procedures if the enclosure supports hot-plug SAS drives. After physical installation, verify that the drive is recognized in the server BIOS/UEFI or storage controller management interface. Configure the drive as standalone, part of a RAID array, or as a datastore depending on your storage architecture, and initialize the disk using the operating system or controller management tools.

Usage recommendations

Use this HPE 2TB 6G SAS 7.2K LLF drive for enterprise workloads that require reliable, compatible HDDs in HPE server environments. For optimal reliability, deploy drives in RAID configurations where appropriate, monitor drive health via the server management software, and follow HPE guidelines for firmware and maintenance.