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HPE 8TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) SC 1yr Wty Helium 512e Digitally Signed Firmware HDD For Use with Gen8/Gen9 or Newer
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861590-B21 Overview

861590-B21 is a high-performance HDD with a robust 7200 RPM spindle speed and a 2 TB storage capacity, providing a 128 MB cache that ensures smooth data handling. Designed as a 3.5-inch drive with a SAS 12Gb/s interface, it meets the demands of enterprise storage, data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance applications with exceptional reliability and efficiency.

Engineered for continuous operation with a rated 8,760 hours per year and an impressive MTBF of 2,000,000 hours, 861590-B21 features optimized power consumption (8.0 Watts during read/write and 5.0 Watts when idle) along with advanced helium-sealed technology, built-in vibration protection, and dual actuator technology. These capabilities make it an ideal solution for high-demand environments requiring consistent performance and durability.

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861590-B21 Specifications

Product Type
Hard Drive
Brand
Hpe
Drive Type
HDD
Use Case
Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
Interface
SAS 12Gb/s
Form Factor
3.5-inch
Storage Capacity
2 TB
Spindle Speed (RPM)
7200 RPM
Cache (Buffer Size)
128 MB
Average Latency
4.17 ms
Data Transfer Rate
Up to 210 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating
550 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)
8.0 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)
5.0 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
861590-B21 2TB Enterprise HDD
Height
1.03 inches
Width
4.00 inches
Depth
5.79 inches
Weight
1.5 lbs

861590-B21 Use Case

Enterprise Backup & Disaster Recovery with HPE 861590-B21

A mid-sized financial services firm deploys eight HPE 861590-B21 8 TB SAS 12 G Midline HDDs in an HPE ProLiant Gen9 storage array to host nightly full-system backups and offsite replication. By leveraging 12 Gb/s SAS throughput and helium-filled platters, the solution reduces backup windows by 40%, cuts power consumption by 30%, and delivers enterprise-grade reliability with digitally signed firmware to meet stringent RTO/RPO SLAs.

High-Density Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Storage

An education provider consolidates 200 VMware Horizon desktops on ProLiant Gen8 servers using HPE 861590-B21 drives in an MSA 2050 SAN. The 8 TB capacity per drive and 7.2 K RPM midline performance ensure smooth login storms and steady IOPS, while helium technology lowers cooling costs. The result: a 50% reduction in storage footprint, consistent user experience under peak load, and simplified management with HPE firmware security.

24/7 Video Surveillance & Compliance Archiving

A retail chain upgrades its IP-camera archive on Gen9 servers with HPE 861590-B21 8 TB SAS HDDs to store high-resolution footage for 90 days. The high-capacity, sequential-optimized design supports continuous write streams, and 512e sector formatting maximizes usable space. Outcome: uninterrupted 24/7 recording, 20% lower rack-level power draw, and full compliance with audit requirements through digitally signed firmware verification.

Product Comparison Table

HPE 8TB SAS 12G Midline 7.2K LFF (3.5in) SC 1yr Wty Helium 512e Digitally Signed Firmware HDD For Use with Gen8/Gen9 or Newer861590-B21HP 1TB 3.5 LFF SATA 6GB/S 7.2K RPM_X000D_ 512N MDL HOT-PLUG HDD_X0858594-B21HP 240GB SATA 6G MU M.2 2280 DS SSD875488-B21HPE 240GB SATA 6G Read Intensive LFF (3.5in) SCC 3yr Warranty SSD804590-B218TB 12G SAS 7.2K LFF 512E SC MDL HDD PL=SI819201-B21
Product TypeHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard Drive
Drive TypeHDDHDDHDDHDDHDD
Use CaseDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageEnterprise Storage
InterfaceSAS 12Gb/sSATA IIISATA IIISAS 12Gb/sSAS 12Gb/s
Form Factor3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch
Storage Capacity2 TB8 TB4 TB8 TB12 TB
Spindle Speed (RPM)7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM
Cache (Buffer Size)128 MB256 MB64 MB256 MB256 MB
Data Transfer RateUp to 210 MB/sUp to 210 MB/sUp to 210 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating550 TB/yr550 TB/yr180 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)8.0 Watts8.5 Watts8 Watts8 Watts9.0 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)5.0 Watts5.5 Watts5 Watts5 Watts6.0 Watts
Encryption SupportAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bit
Helium SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-Sealed
Drive Bays SupportedMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-baySingleMulti-bay
Vibration ProtectionYesYesYesYesYes
Advanced FeaturesDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual Actuator
Operating Temperature5–60°C5–55°C5–60°C5–60°C5–60°C
Product Name861590-B21 2TB Enterprise HDD858594-B21 Enterprise HDD875488-B21 Enterprise HDD804590-B21 Enterprise HDDSeagate Exos Enterprise 12TB 819201-B21 SAS HDD
Height1.03 inches1.030 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches
Width4.00 inches4.010 inches4 inches5.79 inches5.79 inches
Depth5.79 inches5.789 inches5.79 inches7.25 inches4.02 inches
Weight1.5 lbs2.20 lbs1.5 lbs2.0 lbs3.3 lbs

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Reviews & Ratings

P
Philip Grant
4

SATA midline drive suited non critical workloads well.

A
Arslan Iqbal
5

Good capacity and stable performance.

D
Daniel Rossi
5

OEM part fit perfectly.

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Zain Ul Abidin
4

Reliable for backups.

P
Petar Markovic
4

Dependable HDD.

Questions & Answers

What are the capacity and form factor of the HPE 861590-B21 drive?

The HPE 861590-B21 offers 8 TB capacity in a 3.5-inch large form factor (LFF).

Which interface and transfer rate does this HDD support?

It uses a dual-port SAS 12 Gb/s interface for high-throughput connectivity.

What rotational speed does this midline SAS drive operate at?

It spins at 7,200 RPM to balance performance and power consumption.

What benefits does helium-filled technology provide?

Helium reduces internal friction, lowers power use, cuts noise and minimizes vibration.

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

512e uses 4 KB physical sectors with 512-byte emulation for broad OS and application compatibility.

What does digitally signed firmware ensure?

Digitally signed firmware guarantees authenticity and prevents unauthorized modifications.

Which HPE servers are compatible with this HDD?

It’s validated for ProLiant Gen8, Gen9 and newer rack, tower and storage servers.

Is this drive suitable for RAID configurations?

Yes. Its dual-port SAS design and HPE firmware optimize performance in RAID arrays.

What warranty coverage is included?

The drive comes with a 1-year limited warranty on parts and labor.

Can I hot-swap this drive without shutting down the server?

Yes. It’s hot-plug capable in any compatible HPE SAS drive bay.

What is the ideal use case for this midline SAS HDD?

It’s optimized for nearline storage, backups, archives and secondary-tier workloads.

What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for this HDD?

It’s rated up to 2 million hours MTBF for enterprise-class reliability.

Does this drive require additional firmware or drivers?

No. It ships with HPE-signed firmware and requires no extra downloads.

How do I install the HPE 861590-B21 in my server?

Insert it into an empty HPE SAS tray, engage the latches, and the server auto-detects the drive.

What are the power and cooling requirements of this HDD?

It consumes under 10 W active power and relies on standard server airflow for cooling.