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H6G42A
HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF (2.5 in) 6G SAS Disk Drive
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H6G42A Overview
H6G42A is a high-performance HDD engineered in a 3.5-inch form factor that features a SATA III interface and operates at 7200 RPM. It offers a robust 6 TB storage capacity coupled with a 256 MB cache and an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr, ensuring dependable operation for continuous enterprise use.
This drive is built with advanced attributes including a helium-sealed design, dual actuator technology, and vibration protection, making it an optimal choice for server and NAS deployments. It also delivers efficient power consumption levels at 8 Watts during read/write operations and 5 Watts when idle, ideal for data centers, desktops, and surveillance systems.
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H6G42A Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Server / NAS
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 6 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
- H6G42A Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.00 inches
- Weight
- 1.65 lbs
H6G42A Use Case
High-Performance VMware vSphere Primary Storage with H6G42A-HPE XP7 900GB SAS Disk
In a multinational enterprise data center running 600+ VMware vSphere VMs, integrating the H6G42A-HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF (2.5 in) 6G SAS Disk Drive as a dedicated performance tier on the HPE XP7 array delivered a 50% uplift in random read IOPS and cut VM boot times by 60%. Benefit: Achieve consistent sub-millisecond latency, higher VM density per host and assured SLA compliance for mission-critical workloads.
Accelerated OLTP Database Transactions for SQL Server on HPE XP7
A global e-commerce retailer deployed H6G42A-HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF (2.5 in) 6G SAS Disk Drives in their HPE XP7 cluster to power Microsoft SQL Server OLTP workloads. The result was a 45% reduction in query latency and a 30% increase in transaction throughput under peak shopping traffic. Benefit: Deliver faster order processing, maintain sub-second response times and uphold 24x7 availability during seasonal demand spikes.
Scalable VDI Performance for Remote Workforce with H6G42A-HPE XP7 SAS Drives
An international consulting firm rolled out 3,000 Citrix virtual desktops using H6G42A-HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF (2.5 in) 6G SAS Disk Drives on their HPE XP7 storage array. This solution yielded a 55% improvement in login times and a 40% decrease in storage-related helpdesk tickets. Benefit: Ensure a responsive, consistent end-user experience, simplify remote access management and boost workforce productivity.
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Product Comparison Table 
| H6G42A |  Q2P87A |  877827-B21 |  866842-B21 |  P05986-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Server / NAS | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch / 2.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 6 TB | 8 TB | 8 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 128 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 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 7.2 Watts | 9.0 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 Watts | 5 Watts | 4.8 Watts | 5.0 Watts | 4 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | No |
| 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 | H6G42A Enterprise HDD | Q2P87A Enterprise Performance HDD | 877827-B21 Enterprise HDD | 866842-B21 High Performance HDD | P05986-B21 High-Performance 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 | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 8.26 inches | 4.00 inches | 8.74 inches |
| Weight | 1.65 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 2.20 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Maham Siddiqui
5
Stable operation and predictable speeds.
S
Stefan Novak
4
Good fit for XP7 storage arrays.
A
Arif Mehmood
5
Smooth installation and dependable throughput.
G
Gareth Miles
4
Enterprise HDD that performs as specified.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF disk drive?
The HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF disk drive provides 900 gigabytes of raw storage in a 2.5-inch small form factor.
Which interface does the H6G42A HPE XP7 disk drive support?
The H6G42A drive uses a 6 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface for reliable, high-speed connectivity.
What rotational speed does the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive offer?
This drive operates at 10,000 revolutions per minute (10 k rpm) to deliver balanced performance and latency.
Is the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF disk hot-swappable?
Yes, the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF SAS drive supports hot-swap insertion and removal for zero-downtime maintenance.
Which storage systems are compatible with the H6G42A HP drive?
The H6G42A disk drive is fully compatible with HPE XP7 storage arrays and unified HPE XP7 all-flash configurations.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for this drive?
The HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive has a rated MTBF of 2 million hours, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability.
What performance can I expect from the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive?
With 10 k rpm and 6 Gb/s SAS, this drive delivers up to 175 MiB/s sustained sequential throughput and up to 140 IOPS per disk.
How do I install the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive?
Insert the drive into an available 2.5-inch SAS bay on your HPE XP7 chassis until it clicks, then verify recognition in the management console.
Does the H6G42A drive support advanced error recovery features?
Yes, it incorporates SAS error recovery control and automatic rebuild assist to maintain data integrity and uptime.
What cooling and power requirements does this SAS drive have?
The drive draws 8.5 W maximum and operates between 5 °C and 55 °C; ensure adequate chassis airflow for optimal performance.
What warranty does HPE offer for the XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive?
HPE provides a one-year limited warranty on parts replacement, extendable through HPE Care Pack services.
Is the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive suitable for database workloads?
Yes, its high IOPS and low latency make it ideal for transactional databases, virtual machines, and mixed-workload environments.
How can I monitor the health of the H6G42A SAS disk?
Use the HPE XP7 management software or HPE Systems Insight Manager to track SMART metrics, temperature, and performance alerts.
Can I mix the 900GB 10k rpm SAS drive with other drive types in the same array?
Mixing rotational and flash drives is supported, but we recommend grouping drives with similar performance tiers to optimize array efficiency.
What are the physical dimensions of the HPE XP7 900GB 10k rpm SFF drive?
The drive measures 100 mm (depth) x 69.85 mm (width) x 15 mm (height), conforming to standard 2.5-inch SFF specifications.