HP
500GB 6G SATA SFF 2.5" SC Midline Server Hard Drive (655708-B21)

HP 500GB 6G SATA SFF 2.5" SC Midline Server Hard Drive

Key features and benefits

HP 6G SATA Midline Hard Drives provide a host of storage and performance advantages that make it a faster, smarter, and more efficient option to previous generations.

Higher performance

The HP 6G SATA Midline Drive defines a new standard for performance that’s characterized by the doubling of data transfer speed, expanded storage capacity of up to 4 TB, and advanced stability with enhanced rotational vibration tolerance. Additionally, performance is boosted with native command queuing (NCQ), which allows the disc to optimize the order in which read/write commands are executed, and smart data services, which conduct real-time, workload-aware analysis to optimize storage performance.

Enhanced reliability

As an HP qualified option, the HP 6G SATA Midline Drive is designed for compatibility with HP ProLiant environments, which reduces the possibility of drive failures that can occur with third-party drives. And with proper usage at workloads of 40 percent or less, the SATA Midline Drive provides twice the reliability of the SATA Entry Drive.

Simplified manageability

The Smart Carrier option features an enhanced LED and animation panel that simplifies management on site, making it easier to monitor the condition of the drives. And when used with SMART Array Controller and Systems Insight Manager software, HP drives can alert you to potential problems before the drive fails. HP drives feature embedded smart data protection technologies that predict drive failures, and ProLiant systems automatically activate spare drives to prevent long-term outages and data loss.

Low acquisition cost

The 6G SATA Midline Drive features the lowest cost per GB. And with a form factor that’s reduced by 10 to 15 percent, data centers can accommodate more drive bays in the existing space. It’s possible to fit 114 TB per square foot in the data center footprint.

Ideal environment

HP 6G SATA Midline Hard Drives are tailored to deliver economical reliability and performance for non-mission-critical applications, including external storage, backup servers, and archival applications.

Best price advantage

These enterprise-class, high-capacity drives provide the lowest cost per GB in low workload environments of 40 percent or less. With the new Midline Drives, expect 2x data transfer rate, offered at the same price as previous generation SATA drives.

An HP qualified option

HP 6G SATA Drives are proven to perform in HP ProLiant Gen8 servers, passing a rigorous qualification procedure for compatibility and functionality. These drives also support . Self Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) and HP Systems Insight Manager software