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HPE

HPE 846514-B21 6 TB 3.5" SAS 12Gb/s 7200 rpm internal hard drive

SKU CH-0H13-HHXFJ

A 6 TB 3.5-inch SAS 12 Gb/s internal hard drive spinning at 7200 rpm for high-capacity server storage

  • 6 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 12Gb/s SAS interface enables fast data transfer
  • 7200 rpm spindle speed supports responsive performance
  • 5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Optimised for 24x7 operation in HPE server platforms

6 TB SAS drive for 24x7 workloads

This HPE hard drive provides 6 TB of storage on a 3.5 inch form factor with a SAS 12Gb/s interface. It spins at 7200 rpm and is designed for workloads that demand reliable performance in continuous operational environments. The drive suits small business servers and larger enterprise arrays where capacity value matters.

Enterprise qualification and SAS connectivity

HPE runs an industry-leading testing and qualification programme that verifies ruggedness for demanding needs. The SAS 12Gb/s interface connects directly to compatible server backplanes and controllers for dual-port redundancy. Retail or OEM packaging may vary depending on the supply channel.

Midline capacity ceiling at 10 TB

The Midline product line tops out at 10 TB, so this 6 TB model leaves headroom for future expansion within the same drive family. The 12Gb/s SAS standard sets the maximum interface throughput, which can limit sustained transfer rates on heavy sequential workloads. Buyers who need more storage per bay must wait for higher-capacity releases.

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Price $206.99
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Brand nameHPE

Questions about this item

What does the 12Gb/s SAS interface cap in practice?

The 12Gb/s SAS link limits the drive to a maximum theoretical throughput of twelve gigabits per second, though sustained rates depend on the 7200 rpm spindle speed and the host controller.

What physical space does the 3.5-inch form factor need to fit or mount?

The 3.5-inch drive requires a standard 3.5-inch drive bay with SAS data and power connectors, plus clearance for the 7200 rpm mechanism and airflow.

How is the 846514-B21 installed, and what step do people get wrong?

Slide the drive into the bay, secure it with screws or a tool-less latch, attach the SAS data and power cables, then configure the logical volume in the RAID controller before use.

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