HPE 652753-B21 3.5" 7.2K RPM SAS 6Gb/s 1TB Internal HDD

Overview

The HPE 652753-B21 is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed to provide reliable storage capacity for HP ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers. With a 1TB capacity and a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, it supports consistent data throughput for enterprise workloads such as databases, virtual machines, and large file storage. The drive connects via a 6Gb/s SAS interface, ensuring a stable and fast data transfer rate suitable for demanding server environments.

Key features

• 1TB capacity that accommodates a variety of enterprise storage needs including databases and virtual environments
• 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers steady and predictable performance for transaction-heavy applications
• 6Gb/s SAS interface provides a reliable and high-bandwidth connection to the server host
• 3.5-inch form factor designed to fit seamlessly into HP ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 server drive bays
• Hot-plug capability allows for drive replacement without shutting down the server, minimizing downtime
• Includes an HPE SmartDrive Carrier for tool-less installation, speeding up maintenance and upgrades
• Built to enterprise-grade standards ensuring high availability and data integrity within the ProLiant ecosystem

Key specs

• Capacity: 1TB
• Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
• Interface: 6Gb/s SAS
• Form factor: 3.5-inch
• Compatibility: HP ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers
• Hot-plug support: Yes

Installation and setup

The drive comes pre-installed in an HPE SmartDrive Carrier, which allows for quick and tool-less installation into compatible ProLiant server bays. This design simplifies upgrades and replacements, enabling IT staff to perform maintenance efficiently whether in a central data center or a remote location. The hot-plug feature further supports seamless drive swaps without interrupting server operations.

Ideal uses and environments

This internal hard drive is well suited for enterprise environments that require dependable storage for critical workloads. It supports database management, virtual machine hosting, and large-scale file storage with consistent performance. Organizations running HP ProLiant Gen8 or Gen9 servers will find this drive a practical choice for expanding or refreshing their storage infrastructure while maintaining system uptime and data integrity.