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748387-B21 Overview

748387-B21 is a high-performance HDD engineered in a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface. It operates at a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, offers a capacity of 4 TB, and is equipped with a 128 MB buffer to ensure efficient data handling in demanding environments. Designed with enterprise storage in mind, this drive is built with a Dual Actuator and Helium-Sealed construction, complemented by vibration protection for optimal performance in data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance applications.

748387-B21 delivers an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr and is backed by a robust MTBF that reflects its continuous reliability during intensive operation. Ideal for desktop, server, and NAS deployments, the drive consumes 8.5 Watts during read/write operations and 5 Watts in idle mode, making it a balanced solution for high-demand and energy-efficient enterprise environments.

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748387-B21 Specifications

Product Type
Hard Drive
Drive Type
HDD
Use Case
Enterprise Storage
Interface
SATA III
Form Factor
3.5-inch
Storage Capacity
4 TB
Spindle Speed (RPM)
7200 RPM
Cache (Buffer Size)
128 MB
Average Latency
N/A
Data Transfer Rate
Up to 210 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating
550 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)
8.5 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)
5 Watts
Encryption Support
AES 256-bit
Helium Sealed
Helium-Sealed
Drive Bays Supported
Multi-bay
Vibration Protection
Yes
Advanced Features
Dual Actuator
Operating Temperature
5–55°C
Product Name
748387-B21 Enterprise 4TB HDD
Height
1.030 inches
Width
5.787 inches
Depth
4.016 inches
Weight
2.2 lbs

748387-B21 Use Case

High-Performance Virtualization in Enterprise Data Centers with HP 748387-B21 600GB 12G SAS 15K RPM Drive

Large enterprises deploy the HP 748387-B21 600GB 12G SAS 15K RPM SFF 2.5-INCH SC 512E drive in VMware and Hyper-V clusters to sustain 200,000+ IOPS under peak loads. This use case delivers consistent sub-2 ms latency for 500+ virtual machines, maximizes server consolidation ratios and ensures SLA compliance while reducing storage TCO by 20 %.

Accelerated OLTP Databases for E-Commerce Using HP 748387-B21 600GB SAS 15K RPM

Global online retailers integrate the HP 748387-B21 600GB drive into MySQL and SQL Server OLTP tiers, slashing average query response times by 45 %. This configuration supports 10,000+ transactions per second, enhances shopping cart throughput and boosts conversion rates by up to 12 % during peak traffic periods.

Enterprise Backup & Disaster Recovery Acceleration with HP 748387-B21 600GB 12G SAS Drive

Financial services and healthcare organizations leverage the HP 748387-B21 in high-density backup arrays to compress nightly backup windows from 8 hours to 5 hours. The drive’s 15K RPM spindle speed and robust error correction ensure a 6× improvement in restore reliability, meeting stringent RPO/RTO targets and regulatory compliance.

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

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HP 600GB 12G SAS 15K RPM SFF 2.5-INCH SC 512E ENTERPRISE HARD748387-B21HP 3.2TB SAS 12G MU SFF 2.5-INCH SC DS FIRMWARE SSDP09094-B21HP 3.84TB 12GB/S 2.5 SFF SAS RI_X000D_ PM5 DIGITALLY SIGNED (DS)P04521-B21HPE 3PAR 8000 1.92TB SAS SFF (2.5in) SSD With All-Inclusive Single-System SoftwareK2P89BHP G8-G10 1.92TB 2.5 SATA 6G MU SSDP09722-B21
Product TypeHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard Drive
Drive TypeHDDHDDHDDHDDHDD
Use CaseEnterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance
InterfaceSATA IIISATA IIISATA IIISATA IIISATA III
Form Factor3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch
Storage Capacity4 TB12 TB10 TB8 TB10 TB
Spindle Speed (RPM)7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM
Cache (Buffer Size)128 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB256 MB
Average LatencyN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Data Transfer RateUp to 210 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating550 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)8.5 Watts8 Watts8.5 Watts8 Watts8 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)5 Watts5 Watts5.0 Watts5 Watts4 Watts
Encryption SupportAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitNo
Helium SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-Sealed
Drive Bays SupportedMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bay
Vibration ProtectionYesYesYesYesYes
Advanced FeaturesDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual Actuator
Operating Temperature5–55°C5–60°C5–60°C5–60°C5–60°C
Product Name748387-B21 Enterprise 4TB HDDP09094-B21 Enterprise Helium-Sealed HDDP04521-B21 Enterprise HDDK2P89B Enterprise HDDP09722-B21 Enterprise SATA Hard Drive
Height1.030 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches
Width5.787 inches5.78 inches5.79 inches5.79 inches5.79 inches
Depth4.016 inches8.74 inches4.01 inches4.00 inches4 inches
Weight2.2 lbs2.2 lbs3.00 lbs1.65 lbs1.2 lbs

Reviews & Ratings

J
Jonathan Miles
5

Strong 15K SAS performance with excellent reliability. Ideal for transactional workloads where low latency and consistency are critical.

R
Rashid Nawaz
5

Installed in a production server and it runs flawlessly. Stable speeds and no errors during continuous operation.

C
Claire Whitman
4

Enterprise-grade drive that performs exactly as expected. Smooth RAID integration and predictable performance.

H
Haris Mehmood
4

Noticeable performance improvement over older disks. Reliable choice for business-critical applications.

S
Steven Patel
4

Well-built SAS drive with consistent throughput. Suitable for demanding server environments.

Questions & Answers

What are the key specifications of the HP 600GB 12G SAS 15K RPM SFF 2.5-inch SC 512e enterprise hard drive?

The HP 748387-B21 offers 600GB capacity, 12Gb/s SAS interface, 15,000 RPM spindle speed, 2.5-inch small form factor, single-ported (SC) 512e sector format and enterprise-grade reliability for high-performance server applications.

Is the HP 748387-B21 compatible with HP ProLiant servers?

Yes. This drive is fully validated for HP ProLiant Gen8, Gen9 and Gen10 servers using SAS backplanes and supports hot-swap drive bays for seamless maintenance.

What does the 12G SAS interface mean for performance?

A 12 Gb/s SAS interface delivers up to 1.2 GB/s sequential throughput and low latency, ensuring faster data transfers and improved server responsiveness compared to 6 Gb/s drives.

How does the 15K RPM spindle speed benefit enterprise workloads?

At 15,000 RPM, this drive achieves higher IOPS and lower seek times, optimizing performance for transactional databases, virtualization and latency-sensitive applications.

What is SC 512e sector format and why is it important?

SC (single-ported) 512e uses 512-byte emulation on 4 KB physical sectors, improving storage efficiency, compatibility with legacy operating systems and error correction on large-sector media.

Is this HP enterprise hard drive hot-swappable?

Yes. The drive supports hot-swap insertion and removal in compatible SAS backplanes, enabling zero-downtime maintenance and upgrades in live server environments.

What are common use cases for the HP 600GB 15K SAS drive?

Ideal for high-transaction databases, virtualization hosts, email and web servers, and any enterprise workload requiring consistent low-latency access and high IOPS.

What is the reliability rating (MTBF) of the HP 748387-B21?

This drive is rated for an MTBF of 2 million hours, reflecting enterprise-class durability and designed for continuous 24×7 operation.

How does the 600GB capacity support data center requirements?

600GB provides a balance of capacity and performance, allowing dense storage configurations in 2.5-inch bays while maintaining high I/O throughput.

Can I use the HP 748387-B21 in non-HP servers?

Yes. While certified for HP environments, the drive uses standard 12 Gb/s SAS protocols and can function in any compatible SAS backplane, though firmware features may vary.

What warranty coverage is offered for this HP enterprise drive?

HP backs the 748387-B21 with a standard three-year limited warranty. Extended support and on-site replacement options are available through HP Care Pack services.

How energy efficient is the HP 600GB 15K SAS drive?

Designed for data center efficiency, it consumes approximately 8.5 W active and 3 W idle, reducing overall power and cooling costs compared to larger-format drives.

What performance metrics can I expect (IOPS and throughput)?

Typical sustained throughput reaches 205 MB/s, with random 4K read/write performance up to 210/70 IOPS (in RAID configurations, these may vary).

How do I install the HP 748387-B21 in a server bay?

Slide the drive into an empty SAS hot-swap bay until it clicks, ensure the drive activity LED is visible, then power on or recognize it in your RAID controller utility.

Where can I purchase genuine HP 748387-B21 drives?

Authorized HP resellers, HP’s official online store, and certified data center hardware distributors carry this SKU. Always verify HP part numbers to ensure authenticity.