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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

HPE

HPE 861693-B21 3 TB 7200 rpm 3.5" SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-FGCN-91N5F

3 TB 7200 rpm 3.5" SATA internal hard drive with hot-plug support for server storage systems

  • 3 TB capacity stores large datasets
  • 7200 rpm spindle speed delivers responsive data access
  • SATA 600 interface provides 6 Gb/s transfer bandwidth
  • Hot-pluggable 3.5 inch form factor enables drive swaps without server downtime
  • Compact 1.1 inch height fits dense storage arrays

Capacity and interface

This HPE 861693-B21 internal hard drive provides 3 TB of storage on a SATA/600 interface. The 3.5-inch form factor spins at 7200 rpm for desktop and server workloads. Hot-pluggable support allows drive insertion or removal without powering down the host system.

System compatibility checks

Verify that the server or storage chassis accepts 3.5-inch hot-plug bays with SATA backplane connections. Confirm the drive cage height clearance matches the 1.1-inch drive height. Ensure the operating system and RAID controller recognise SATA/600 speeds for full throughput.

Hot-plug tray and firmware

The unit ships in a carrier tray designed for HPE server hot-plug bays, so no separate caddy is required. Firmware is pre-loaded for HPE storage systems, enabling immediate integration with Smart Array controllers. Retail or OEM packing may vary, but the drive itself is ready for deployment.

How it compares

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Price $250.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameHPE

Questions about this item

Does the HPE 861693-B21 ship with mounting screws or a SATA cable, or must they be bought separately?

The drive is supplied in retail or OEM packaging that may vary; mounting hardware and data cables are not included and must be sourced separately.

Should I choose the 3 TB 7200 rpm model or a different capacity for a server storage array?

The 3 TB capacity at 7200 rpm suits general-purpose server storage; select a larger capacity only if the array requires more raw space per bay.

What does the SATA/600 rating mean for actual throughput inside a server backplane?

SATA/600 provides a 6 Gbit/s link; real-world sustained transfer will be lower and limited by the 7200 rpm mechanical speed and the server controller.

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