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881787-B21
12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE 512E DS HDD PL CODE -SI
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881787-B21 Overview
881787-B21 is a high-performance HDD engineered in a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface, spinning at 7200 RPM to deliver a robust 4 TB capacity paired with a 256 MB buffer. It is built to support demanding workloads with an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr and an MTBF of 1,200,000 hours, ensuring the drive’s rated reliability in high-use desktop and server applications.
This drive features optimized power consumption with 8.5 Watts during read/write operations and 5.3 Watts when idle. Designed with advanced features such as helium sealing, vibration protection, and dual actuator technology, 881787-B21 is ideally suited for data centers, desktops, NAS environments, and surveillance systems.
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881787-B21 Specifications
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SATA III
- Storage Capacity
- 4 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Operating Temperature
- 5–55°C
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8.5 Watts
- Weight
- 2.20 lbs
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.3 Watts
- Product Name
- 881787-B21 High Performance HDD
- Depth
- 7.10 inches
881787-B21 Use Case
High-Density VMware vSAN Expansion with 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE Drive
Deploy the 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE 512E DS HDD in VMware vSAN clusters to boost capacity by 12 TB per disk while maintaining 7.2K RPM performance and helium-based energy efficiency. Outcome: Scalable, cost-effective virtualization storage with low watt-hours/TB and enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical workloads.
Regulatory Archive for Financial Audits Using 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE HDD
Implement the 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE HDD in a WORM-compliant archive appliance for SEC and GDPR audit trails. Benefit: Store multi-year transaction logs at 12 TB per drive, reduce data center OPEX with helium-optimized power consumption, and meet stringent retention policies with hot-swap reliability.
Smart City Video Surveillance Storage with 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE Disks
Leverage 881787-B21-12TB SATA 7.2K LFF LP HE drives in IP NVR clusters for 24/7 high-definition camera recording. Outcome: Achieve 12 TB of sustained sequential write per disk, minimize rack space with large form-factor density, and lower cooling costs thanks to helium-filled design—ideal for smart transportation and public safety deployments.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 881787-B21 |  872491-B21 |  843270-B21 |  861676-B21 |  804590-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 | 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 | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 16 TB | 4 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 | 256 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 | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.3 Watts | 4 Watts | 6 Watts | 5 Watts | 5 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 | Single |
| 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 | 881787-B21 High Performance HDD | 872491-B21 Enterprise HDD | 843270-B21 16TB Enterprise HDD | 861676-B21 Enterprise HDD | 804590-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 7.10 inches | 4.01 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.78 inches | 7.25 inches |
| Weight | 2.20 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 1.6 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.0 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rehan Yousaf
5
Quiet operation and stable speeds.
M
Matias Rojas
4
OEM firmware worked flawlessly.
A
Asif Javed
4
Good value for large storage needs.
R
Rikard Holm
4
Reliable midline HDD.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE 881787-B21 HDD?
The HPE 881787-B21 HDD provides 12TB of raw storage capacity, ideal for high-density data center applications.
Which interface does the 881787-B21 HDD use?
The 881787-B21 uses a SATA 6 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility with standard enterprise servers and storage arrays.
What form factor is the 12TB SATA 7.2K LFF HDD?
This drive is a 3.5-inch (LFF) low-profile form factor, compatible with standard full-height drive bays in rack and tower servers.
What is the rotational speed of SKU 881787-B21?
The drive spins at 7,200 RPM, balancing performance and power efficiency for mixed-workload environments.
What does LP HE mean on this hard drive?
LP HE stands for Low Profile, High Efficiency; the drive features optimized power-management circuitry to reduce energy consumption under typical workloads.
What is the 512e sector format on the 881787-B21?
512e denotes 4,096-byte native sectors with 512-byte emulation, providing legacy compatibility while improving error correction and efficiency.
Is the HPE 881787-B21 HDD hot-swappable?
Yes, this drive supports hot-plug insertion and removal in compatible drive enclosures without powering down the system.
What workload rating does the 12TB SATA HDD have?
The 881787-B21 is rated for up to 550 TB/year workload, making it suitable for 24/7 data-center operations.
What is the MTBF of the 881787-B21 drive?
This HDD has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours, reflecting enterprise-class reliability.
What is the power consumption of this 12TB SATA drive?
The 881787-B21 consumes approximately 9.6 W during read/write operations and 7.8 W in idle mode.
What are the operating temperature and humidity ranges?
The drive operates between 5 °C and 60 °C with 5–95% non-condensing humidity for data-center environments.
Is the HPE 881787-B21 compatible with HPE ProLiant servers?
Yes, this HDD is fully qualified for HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen11 servers when used with supported controllers.
Does the 881787-B21 support self-encrypting drive (SED) features?
No, this model does not include SED encryption; it is designed for high-capacity storage without built-in encryption.
What warranty does the 12TB HPE SATA HDD include?
HPE backs the 881787-B21 with a one-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Can I use the 881787-B21 in RAID configurations?
Yes, the drive is fully compatible with industry-standard RAID levels when paired with a supported RAID controller.
How do I install the HPE 881787-B21 12TB HDD?
Insert the drive into a compatible 3.5-inch hot-swap bay, secure the latch, and configure it via your server’s BIOS or HPE Smart Storage Administrator.