{"product_id":"hpe-msa-2tb-12g-sas-7-2k-sff-hard-drive","title":"HPE MSA 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF Hard Drive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE MSA 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF Hard Drive\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE MSA 2 TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF hard drive\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for enterprise storage environments requiring reliable midline capacity. This 2.5-inch small form factor disk delivers consistent performance in HPE MSA storage systems, combining 12G SAS connectivity with 7,200 RPM spindle speed for balanced throughput and cost-efficiency. Ideal for organizations deploying mixed workloads across virtualization, databases, and general-purpose storage, this \u003cstrong\u003e512e sector format drive\u003c\/strong\u003e maximizes compatibility while reducing total cost of ownership in mid-range storage arrays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2TB capacity in small form factor (2.5-inch) design for space-efficient deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12G SAS interface for high-speed data transfer and enterprise reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7,200 RPM spindle speed optimized for midline storage performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e512e sector format ensuring broad compatibility with HPE MSA systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-grade reliability for 24\/7 continuous operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced power consumption compared to high-performance alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJ9F51AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5-inch SFF (Small Form Factor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12G SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpindle Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7,200 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSector Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e512e (512-byte emulation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMidline Hard Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE MSA Storage Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a 12G SAS hard drive used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 12G SAS hard drive like this HPE MSA model is used in enterprise storage arrays for reliable data access across mixed workloads. The 12G SAS interface provides fast, consistent connectivity for virtualization, databases, and general-purpose storage in data centers and server environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE MSA 2TB drive compatible with my storage system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drive is specifically designed for HPE MSA storage systems. The 2.5-inch SFF form factor and 12G SAS interface ensure compatibility with MSA arrays. Verify your system model supports this capacity and interface type before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does 512e sector format mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e512e (512-byte emulation) is a sector format that maintains backward compatibility with legacy systems while supporting modern storage efficiency. This HPE MSA drive's 512e format ensures seamless integration with existing HPE storage infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does 7,200 RPM performance compare for enterprise storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 7,200 RPM, this midline hard drive balances performance and power efficiency for general enterprise workloads. It provides reliable throughput for mixed I\/O patterns while consuming less power than 10K or 15K RPM alternatives, making it cost-effective for HPE MSA deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41710685552715,"sku":"J9F51AR","price":1806.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/hpe-msa-2tb-12g-sas-7-2k-sff-hard-drive","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}