Hewlett Packard Enterprise HDD 4TB 6G 7.2K SAS MDL 718302-001-RFB

The Hewlett Packard Enterprise HDD 4TB 6G 7.2K SAS MDL 718302-001-RFB is a 2.5-inch SAS hard disk drive engineered for use in HPE servers and storage arrays. With 4TB capacity and a 7200 RPM spindle speed, this drive is intended for high-availability enterprise environments that require reliable block-level storage and predictable performance. The drive supports 6 Gbps SAS interface connectivity and follows HPE compatibility and form-factor specifications for straightforward integration into compatible server bays and storage enclosures.

Advantages

This 4TB SAS drive provides a balance of capacity and rotational performance suitable for mixed workloads where sustained sequential throughput and reasonable access latency are required. Its 2.5-inch form factor allows higher drive density in server and storage chassis. Built to HPE specifications and identified by MPN 718302-001-RFB and EAN 5712505660898, the unit is intended to fit existing HPE platforms without modification.

Suitable for

• Enterprise server storage and dense drive enclosures
• Database and transaction logs with consistent I/O patterns
• Backup targets and archival tiers requiring large capacity
• Mixed virtualized environments hosting multiple virtual machines

Key specifications

• Brand: HP Enterprise
• Model / MPN: 718302-001-RFB
• EAN: 5712505660898
• Capacity: 4 TB
• Interface: 6 Gbps SAS
• Rotational speed: 7200 RPM
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Category: HDD

How to use

Install the drive into a supported HPE server or storage enclosure bay designed for 2.5-inch SAS drives following the server manufacturer’s installation procedure. Ensure the system is powered down or in hot-swap ready state per your hardware documentation before insertion or removal if applicable. After physical installation, configure RAID or storage volumes in the host controller or operating system according to your deployment plan. Monitor SMART and system logs to verify drive health and correct recognition by the host.

Usage recommendations

Use this HDD in environments where enterprise-grade compatibility with HPE hardware is required and where a balance of capacity and rotational performance is preferred over higher-cost SSD tiers. Regularly schedule backups and health checks, and follow HPE maintenance guidelines for firmware and firmware compatibility.