HPE 819203-B21 8TB 7.2K SATA LFF 3.5in Midline HDD

Usage Area

The HPE 819203-B21 8TB 6G 7.2K rpm HPL SATA LFF (3.5in) Smart Carrier 512e Midline 1yr Warranty HDD is a server-grade hard disk drive designed for deployment in HPE ProLiant server systems. It is intended for bulk storage tasks such as data archiving, backup repositories, and nearline data workloads where high capacity is prioritized over maximum performance. The 3.5-inch LFF form factor ensures compatibility with standard server drive bays, making it suitable for enterprise data centers and mid-range server environments in Poland and the EU. This midline drive provides a cost-effective storage tier for applications that require reliable, high-density data retention.

Construction Features

• 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF) enclosure for standard server chassis integration
• Smart Carrier design for tool-less installation and secure drive handling
• SATA 6G interface supporting hot-plug deployment in compatible HPE enclosures
• 512e (512 emulation) sector format for enhanced capacity and compatibility
• Midline classification balancing capacity and operational efficiency
• Built-in 128 MB buffer for improved data throughput in sequential workloads

Technical Parameters

• Nominal capacity: 8000 GB
• Formatted capacity: 7451 GB
• Rotational speed: 7200 rpm
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• External data transfer rate: up to 600 MB/s
• Buffer size: 128 MB
• Dimensions: 105.8 x 26.8 x 170 mm

Standards & Certification

The HPE 819203-B21 HDD complies with HPE enterprise hardware specifications and is certified for use in HPE ProLiant server platforms. It meets applicable European Union directives for electromagnetic compatibility and safety, including CE marking requirements under EN standards. The drive adheres to SATA-IO interface specifications and HPE Smart Carrier mechanical standards, ensuring interoperability within certified server environments.