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802578-B21
HP 200GB 12G SAS WRITE INTENSIVE SFF 2.5-IN SC SOLID
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802578-B21 Overview
802578-B21 is a high-performance HDD engineered for demanding enterprise applications with a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface. It delivers a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a robust storage capacity of 8 TB, complemented by a 256 MB cache. The drive is designed to handle heavy data loads with an annual workload rating of 300 TB/yr, and it boasts an MTBF of 1,200,000 hours with reliability rated for continuous operation.
Featuring advanced design elements such as helium-sealed construction, vibration protection, and Dual Actuator technology, 802578-B21 offers efficient power consumption with 8.5 Watts during read/write operations and 6.7 Watts when idle. This versatile drive is ideally suited for a variety of use cases including data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance applications.
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802578-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- 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
- 300 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8.5 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 6.7 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- 802578-B21 Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 4.00 inches
- Depth
- 5.78 inches
- Weight
- 1.38 lbs
802578-B21 Use Case
Accelerating Financial Transaction Logging in Core Banking Systems
In a global banking environment processing thousands of transactions per second, deploying the HP 802578-B21 200GB 12G SAS write-intensive SFF 2.5-in SC SSD for transaction log volumes ensures sub-millisecond write latency, seamless RAID integration and predictable I/O performance. Benefit: Dramatically reduced end-of-day reconciliation time and improved regulatory compliance through fast, consistent log writes and minimized data-loss windows.
Optimizing VDI Boot Storms in Enterprise Desktop Virtualization
An enterprise IT department supporting 1,500 virtual desktops implements the HP 802578-B21 SSD on boot‐volume tiers to handle simultaneous login spikes. The drive’s sustained write throughput and 12G SAS interface eliminate I/O bottlenecks during “boot storms.” Benefit: 50% reduction in login times, higher user satisfaction, and lower help-desk overhead by delivering consistent performance under peak loads.
High-Throughput ETL Staging in Big Data Analytics Clusters
A data analytics firm uses the HP 802578-B21 200GB write-intensive SSD in Hadoop staging nodes to absorb millions of small-file writes from IoT sensors before batch processing. The drive’s enterprise-grade endurance (DWPD) and low latency optimize ETL workflows. Benefit: Faster data ingestion, shortened time-to-insight for analytic models, and extended drive life even under sustained write workloads.
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Product Comparison Table 
 802578-B21 |  Q1J36A |  785069-B21 |  Q8S85A |  832514-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | 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 | 4 TB | 10 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | 4.16 ms | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 300 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 8.5 Watts | N/A | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 6.7 Watts | 5 Watts | 5.0 Watts | N/A | 3.5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | 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 | Rotational Vibration Sensors | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C |
| Product Name | 802578-B21 Enterprise HDD | Q1J36A Enterprise HDD | 785069-B21 Enterprise Helium Sealed HDD | Q8S85A Enterprise Helium HDD | 832514-B21 Official HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.04 inches |
| Width | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 5.78 inches | 7.88 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Weight | 1.38 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 1.80 lbs | 1.65 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nida Parveen
5
Consistent performance for logging workloads.
K
Krzysztof Wrona
5
Predictable latency under stress.
F
Fahad Iqbal
5
Stable and dependable in production.
V
Victor Lane
4
Strong WI SAS option.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HP 802578-B21 SSD?
The HP 802578-B21 SSD offers 200 GB of usable storage capacity in a compact 2.5-inch form factor.
Which interface does the HP 200GB 12G SAS SSD use?
This drive uses a 12 Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface for high-performance enterprise storage connectivity.
What does 'write intensive' classification mean for this SSD?
‘Write intensive’ indicates the SSD is optimized for workloads with high sequential and random write demands, delivering up to 10 drive-writes per day (DWPD).
What form factor does the HP 802578-B21 SSD have?
The SSD is a small form factor (SFF) 2.5-inch drive with single-port SAS connectors, compatible with most enterprise servers.
What performance can I expect from the 200GB 12G SAS SSD?
You can expect up to 1,200 MB/s sequential reads and 500 MB/s sequential writes, plus over 150,000 random read/write IOPS.
Is the HP 802578-B21 SSD hot-pluggable?
Yes, this SSD supports hot-plug insertion and removal in compatible HP ProLiant server hot-swap bays.
What is the endurance rating of this write-intensive SSD?
Endurance is rated at 10 DWPD over a five-year lifespan, ensuring reliable performance for continuous write workloads.
Which operating systems support the HP 200GB 12G SAS SSD?
The SSD is supported by major enterprise operating systems, including VMware ESXi, Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
What is the MTBF for the HP 802578-B21 SSD?
This SSD has a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours, reflecting its enterprise-grade reliability.
Does the HP 200GB 12G SAS SSD support data encryption?
Yes, it offers optional self-encrypting drive (SED) functionality with AES-256 encryption to protect data at rest.
What warranty does the HP 802578-B21 SSD include?
HP backs this SSD with a standard five-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Can I install the HP 802578-B21 SSD in non-HP servers?
While the SSD uses standard 12 Gb/s SAS connectors, full compatibility and support are guaranteed within HP server environments.
What power consumption figures apply to this SSD?
The idle power draw is approximately 4 W, rising to 8 W under active read/write workloads, optimizing energy efficiency.
What are the physical dimensions of the HP 200GB 12G SAS SSD?
The drive measures 100 mm × 70 mm × 15 mm, fitting standard 2.5-inch drive bays in enterprise chassis.
Do I need a special controller for this 12G SAS SSD?
A compatible 12 Gb/s SAS HBA or RAID controller is required; HP Smart Array controllers are recommended for optimal performance.
Which workloads are best suited for this write-intensive SSD?
Ideal workloads include database transaction logs, virtualization boot volumes, and high-frequency caching applications.