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1TB SATA 7200rpm Hard Drive - 2.5" - 1000 GB - 7200 RPM
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L3M56AA Overview
L3M56AA is a high-performance HDD engineered for demanding environments. It features a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface, a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, a 4 TB storage capacity, and a 128 MB cache, making it a robust solution for data-intensive applications.
L3M56AA is rated with an annual workload of 180 TB/yr and an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours for 24/7 reliability. Designed for desktop, server, NAS, and surveillance use, it delivers low power consumption while offering advanced features such as a helium-sealed design, vibration protection, and dual actuator technology for enhanced performance in data centers and enterprise systems.
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L3M56AA Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Brand
- Hpe
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 4 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 128 MB
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 180 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
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- L3M56AA
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 4.0 inches
- Depth
- 5.79 inches
- Weight
- 1.3 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| L3M56AA |  K4T76AA |  QK554AA |  QK555AA |  QB576AA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 / NAS | 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 / 2.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 10 TB | 8 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Annual Workload Rating | 180 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 7.0 Watts | 8 Watts | 6.0 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 Watts | 5 Watts | 5.0 Watts | 4 Watts | 4.5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | No | 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 | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | L3M56AA | K4T76AA | QK554AA | QK555AA 8TB SATA III HDD | QB576AA |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.02 inches |
| Width | 4.0 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Depth | 5.79 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs | 2.0 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.5 lbs | 2.4 lbs |
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Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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Reviews & Ratings
G
Gavin Cruz
5
Compact 1TB 2.5 inch HDD with steady performance.
A
Ariana Fox
4
Reliable 7200 RPM drive for business laptops.
B
Blake Turner
4
Consistent data storage and durability.
N
Nora Simmons
5
Stable throughput for daily operations.
W
Wesley Hart
4
Dependable small form factor storage.
Questions & Answers
What are the key specifications of the HP L3M56AA 1TB SATA 7200 RPM Hard Drive?
The L3M56AA is a 2.5″, 1000 GB SATA III hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with a 6 Gb/s interface and 128 MB cache.
Which devices are compatible with the L3M56AA 1TB SATA 7200 RPM Hard Drive?
This 2.5″ SATA III drive is compatible with laptops, small form-factor desktops, servers and storage arrays supporting 7 mm drive height and SATA III (6 Gb/s).
What performance can I expect from a 7200 RPM SATA hard drive?
At 7200 RPM, this drive delivers up to 150 MB/s sequential transfer rates and average seek times of 12 ms for fast data access.
How do I install the 1TB SATA hard drive in my laptop or server?
Power down your system, remove the drive bay cover, slide in the L3M56AA drive into the SATA connector, secure it with screws, then reboot.
Can I use the L3M56AA drive as an external hard drive?
Yes. With a compatible 2.5″ USB 3.0/3.1 or USB-C enclosure, you can repurpose the internal hard drive as an external storage device.
What operating systems support the HP L3M56AA 1TB SATA Drive?
This SATA III drive is natively supported by Windows, macOS, Linux and most UNIX distributions without additional drivers.
Is the L3M56AA hard drive durable for 24/7 operation?
Yes. Designed for enterprise use, it offers a 1.2 million-hour MTBF rating and operates reliably under continuous workloads.
What is the warranty period for the HP L3M56AA 1TB Hard Drive?
HP provides a 3-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
How much noise does a 7200 RPM 2.5″ hard drive produce?
This drive runs at ≤27 dBA during seek operations and ≤22 dBA when idle, ensuring quiet performance in desktops and laptops.
Does the L3M56AA support advanced S.M.A.R.T. monitoring?
Yes. It supports S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) for real-time drive health monitoring and predictive failure alerts.
Can I use this hard drive in RAID configurations?
Absolutely. The L3M56AA is RAID-compatible and can be deployed in RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 arrays for performance or redundancy.
What is the power consumption of the HP L3M56AA 1TB Drive?
The drive consumes 6.8 W during read/write and 0.8 W in idle, optimizing energy efficiency in mobile and server environments.
How do I optimize the drive performance after installation?
Enable AHCI mode in BIOS, install the latest chipset drivers, and defragment periodically for peak 7200 RPM performance.
What cooling requirements are recommended for this hard drive?
Maintain airflow of at least 5 CFM around the drive bay and ensure ambient temperatures stay between 5 °C and 55 °C.
How can I securely erase data on the L3M56AA hard drive?
Use ATA Secure Erase utilities or third-party disk-wiping software compliant with DoD 5220.22-M to overwrite all data sectors.
What is the expected lifespan of the HP L3M56AA 1TB SATA Hard Drive?
Under normal conditions, the enterprise-rated drive offers an expected lifespan of 5 to 7 years based on workload and operating environment.