Hard Drive HP MSA 1.8TB SAS 12G 10K RPM 2.5" SFF Enterprise, 3-year warranty

HP MSA 1.8TB SAS 12G 10K RPM 2.5" SFF Enterprise hard drive is a 2.5-inch (SFF) enterprise-class HDD with 1.8 TB capacity, a 12 Gbit/s SAS interface and a 10,000 RPM spindle speed. It is designed for integration into storage arrays and rack-mounted enclosures to deliver high-performance block storage appropriate for databases, virtualization hosts and transactional workloads. The drive is supplied with a manufacturer 3-year warranty and is intended for use in enterprise server and storage environments.

Advantages

The drive combines a high spindle speed and a SAS 12G interface to provide consistent low-latency access to block storage and support demanding I/O patterns. Its 2.5" small form factor allows higher drive density in storage enclosures and servers, enabling efficient use of rack space and simplified array scaling. The 1.8 TB capacity balances usable storage per drive with performance characteristics appropriate for mixed workload environments.

Suitable for

• Storage arrays and SAN systems
• Database servers and OLTP workloads
• Virtualization hosts and hyper-converged infrastructure
• High-density rack-mounted storage enclosures

Key specifications

• Capacity: 1.8 TB (1800 GB)
• Form factor: 2.5" (Small Form Factor)
• Interface: SAS 12 Gbit/s
• Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
• Target use: Enterprise-class block storage for arrays and servers
• Warranty: Manufacturer 3-year warranty

How to use

Install the HP MSA 1.8TB SAS drive into a compatible 2.5" drive bay or storage enclosure according to your server or array vendor’s installation instructions. Connect to a host or controller that supports SAS 12 Gbit/s to achieve optimal throughput and configure RAID or volume settings via your storage management software. Ensure firmware compatibility with the target array and perform any recommended firmware updates before placing the drive into production. Observe standard electrostatic discharge precautions when handling the drive.

Usage recommendations

For reliable operation in enterprise environments, use the drive within the operating temperature and vibration tolerances specified by your server or array vendor, place it in appropriate RAID configurations for redundancy and performance, and include the drive in regular monitoring and maintenance routines such as SMART checks and firmware updates.