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793669-B21
HPE 4TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) SC 1yr Warranty 512...
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793669-B21 Overview
793669-B21 is a high-performance HDD designed in a 3.5-inch form factor, featuring a SATA III interface and a 7200 RPM spindle speed that delivers robust performance for demanding applications. It comes with an 8 TB storage capacity and a 256 MB cache, making it a reliable choice for environments that require high-capacity storage and sustained performance.
Tailored for use in data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance systems, 793669-B21 is engineered for durability with an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr and an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours. With advanced features such as being helium-sealed, equipped with vibration protection and dual actuators, this drive ensures efficient power consumption (8 Watts during read/write and 5 Watts when idle) and dependable 24/7 operation.
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793669-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 8 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8 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
- 793669-B21 Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.8 inches
- Depth
- 8.3 inches
- Weight
- 1.8 lbs
793669-B21 Use Case
Enterprise Database Acceleration with HPE 4TB SAS 12G Midline HDD
In a financial services firm running high-concurrency SQL databases, the 793669-B21 HPE 4TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) SC 1yr Warranty 512e HDD delivers consistent 12 Gb/s throughput and low seek times. This integration reduces query latency by up to 30%, ensuring real-time analytics, improved transaction performance, and SLA compliance for mission-critical trading platforms.
Virtualization Storage Tier for SMB Cloud Infrastructure
An IT managed services provider deploys the 793669-B21 HPE 4TB SAS 12G Midline HDD in HPE ProLiant servers as a cost-effective capacity tier for VMware ESXi clusters. The high-density 3.5in SAS drives deliver reliable 7.2K RPM performance, enabling 40% lower storage TCO while maintaining 99.9% uptime and seamless VM provisioning for small and mid-sized business workloads.
Regulatory Archive and Compliance Storage
A healthcare organization uses the HPE 793669-B21 4TB SAS 12G Midline HDD array for long-term patient record archiving. The enterprise-grade 512e sector size and 1-year warranty ensure data integrity and audit readiness. This solution meets HIPAA retention requirements while reducing cold-storage costs by 50% and guaranteeing instant retrieval during compliance audits.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 793669-B21 |  872491-B21 |  658071-B21 |  P07928-B21 |  H6G53A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 8 TB | 4 TB | 8 TB | 8 TB | 8 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 9.0 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 Watts | 4 Watts | 5.5 Watts | 5 Watts | 4 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | SED | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 793669-B21 Enterprise HDD | 872491-B21 Enterprise HDD | 658071-B21 Enterprise Helium-Sealed HDD | P07928-B21 Enterprise HDD | H6G53A Enterprise Helium-Sealed HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.030 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.8 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.789 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 8.3 inches | 4.01 inches | 4.014 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Weight | 1.8 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 2.0 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 1.6 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zeeshan Raza
4
Stable speeds for daily operations.
M
Matteo Ricci
4
Easy integration and solid performance.
U
Usama Latif
4
Good enterprise storage option.
L
Lennart Holm
4
Consistent and dependable.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE 793669-B21 HDD?
The HPE 793669-B21 delivers 4 TB of raw storage capacity.
Which interface does the HPE 793669-B21 use?
It uses a 12 Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface for high-speed data transfer.
What is the rotational speed of this HDD?
The drive spins at 7,200 RPM, balancing performance and power efficiency.
What form factor is the HPE 793669-B21?
It features a large form factor (LFF) 3.5-inch design.
What workload is the HPE 793669-B21 optimized for?
This HDD is optimized for midline and archive workloads, offering reliable capacity at lower cost.
What sector size does the HPE 793669-B21 support?
It supports 512e (512-byte emulation) sectors for broad compatibility.
Does the HPE 793669-B21 come with a warranty?
Yes, it includes a one-year limited HPE warranty.
Is the HPE 793669-B21 hot-swappable?
Yes, the drive is designed for hot-swap operation in compatible HPE servers.
What maximum throughput does the HPE 793669-B21 offer?
It delivers up to 12 Gb/s throughput per port over the SAS interface.
Which HPE servers are compatible with this HDD?
It is compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 and HPE Apollo systems with 3.5-inch SAS bays.
What is the recommended operating temperature range?
The drive operates reliably between 10 °C and 35 °C (50 °F–95 °F).
What power consumption does the HPE 793669-B21 require?
Typical active power is 7 W, and idle power is 5 W.
Is this drive self-encrypting?
No, the 793669-B21 is a standard 512e HDD without hardware encryption.
Can I use the HPE 793669-B21 in RAID configurations?
Yes, it is fully supported in all HPE SAS RAID controller configurations.
What duty cycle is specified for this HDD?
It is rated for a 24×7 duty cycle, making it suitable for continuous operation.
How do I install the HPE 793669-B21 in my server?
Slide the drive into a compatible 3.5-inch SAS bay and secure it; the system will auto-detect it on boot.