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HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD
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Q2T63A Overview
Q2T63A is a high-performance HDD engineered for versatile applications and available in both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch form factors. It features a SATA III interface, a robust 7200 RPM spindle speed, 10 TB of storage capacity, a 256 MB cache, an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr, and an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours for reliable, continuous operation.
Designed for demanding environments, Q2T63A is ideal for desktops, servers, NAS, surveillance systems, and data centers. Its advanced features include a helium-sealed design, vibration protection, and dual actuators, while maintaining efficient power consumption with 8.5 Watts during read/write operations and 6.0 Watts at idle.
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Q2T63A 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
- 10 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)
- 8.5 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 6.0 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–55°C
- Product Name
- Q2T63A 10TB Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.00 inches
- Weight
- 2.2 lbs
Q2T63A Use Case
Tiered Enterprise SAN Storage with Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS HDD
In a global financial services data center, IT architects deploy Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD as the mid-tier in an HPE 3PAR StoreServ SAN. By offloading less-latency-sensitive workloads (archival logs, compliance snapshots) onto these high-density drives, the organization frees up all-flash tiers for mission-critical trading applications. Outcome: 30% reduction in overall storage TCO, consistent 12G SAS throughput, and simplified capacity scaling without performance bottlenecks.
Cost-Optimized Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) with Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS HDD
A large university deploys HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 servers equipped with Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD to host over 2,000 student desktops via VMware Horizon. The drives’ balance of 512n sector efficiency and 7.2K RPM rotational speed delivers predictable IOPS for boot storms and login peaks. Outcome: 25% lower per-desktop storage cost, consistent user experience during high concurrency, and streamlined maintenance through hot-swap drive bays.
High-Capacity Backup & Disaster Recovery with Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS HDD
A retail enterprise implements nightly backups on an HPE StoreOnce backup appliance populated with Q2T63A-HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD. Each 2TB drive reliably stores de-duplicated snapshots of point-of-sale databases and ERP logs, while 12G SAS ensures rapid ingest during backup windows. Outcome: 40% faster backup completion, 3:1 data reduction ratio, and robust disaster recovery readiness with minimal incremental hardware investment.
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Product Comparison Table 
| Q2T63A |  P09098-B21 |  652589-B21 |  875474-B21 |  765464-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 | 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 | 10 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 10 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 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 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 9 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 6.0 Watts | 5 Watts | 6 Watts | 6 Watts | 5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | No | 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 | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | Q2T63A 10TB Enterprise HDD | P09098-B21 | 652589-B21 Enterprise 4TB HDD | 875474-B21 Enterprise HDD | 765464-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.043 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 4.00 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.80 inches | 5.78 inches |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
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Nusrat Jahan
5
Quiet operation and steady throughput.
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Marek Zielinski
5
Reliable SAS HDD for capacity needs.
A
Ammar Rafi
5
Stable performance since deployment.
G
Gordon Hughes
5
Good enterprise HDD option.
Questions & Answers
What is the HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD (SKU Q2T63A)?
The HPE MC990 2TB 12G SAS 7.2K SFF 512n HDD (SKU Q2T63A) is a 2.5-inch small form factor enterprise-class hard drive offering 2 TB capacity, 12 Gb/s SAS interface, 7 200 RPM performance and 512 byte native sectors for data centers and server applications.
What are the key technical specifications of the HPE MC990 2TB SAS HDD?
Key specifications include 2 TB capacity, 12 Gb/s SAS interface, 7 200 RPM rotational speed, 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF), 512 byte native sector size, 6 G track density and a 1.2 million hours MTBF rating.
Which HPE servers and storage systems are compatible with this HDD?
The MC990 2TB SAS HDD is certified for HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen11 servers, HPE Synergy compute modules, HPE Apollo systems and HPE MSA, 3PAR and Nimble storage arrays with 12 Gb/s SAS backplanes.
What interface and data transfer rate does this drive support?
This drive uses a 12 Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface delivering up to 1 200 MB/s sustained data transfer rates, optimized for enterprise workloads.
What form factor does the HPE MC990 HDD use?
The drive uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, measuring 15 mm in height for high-density server and storage chassis.
How much storage capacity does the MC990 HDD provide?
This model provides 2 TB of formatted capacity, suitable for large-scale data storage, backup and archival applications.
What is the rotational speed of this drive?
The MC990 operates at 7 200 RPM, balancing high sequential throughput with lower latency compared to 5 400 RPM options.
What does the term 512n mean in the drive specification?
512n denotes native 512-byte physical sectors, ensuring compatibility with legacy operating systems and optimized I/O efficiency.
Is the HPE MC990 HDD hot-swappable?
Yes, the MC990 supports hot-swap functionality when installed in compatible HPE hot-plug drive bays, enabling drive replacement without system downtime.
Which workloads are best suited for this 2TB 12G SAS HDD?
It is ideal for general-purpose enterprise workloads, virtualization, database logging, sequential data streaming and tier-2 storage in data center environments.
Can the MC990 HDD be configured in RAID arrays?
Yes, it is fully supported in RAID configurations via HPE Smart Array controllers and HPE storage arrays, offering RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10 options.
What is the reliability and MTBF rating of this drive?
The MC990 is rated for an MTBF of 1.2 million hours and a workload rating of 550 TB/year, delivering enterprise-grade reliability.
What is the typical power consumption of the MC990 HDD?
Typical power consumption is 6.9 W during active read/write operations and 4.5 W in idle mode, optimized for energy-efficient data centers.
Does this HDD require any special cooling or operating environment?
No special cooling is required beyond standard HPE server or storage system air-flow specifications; the drive operates between 5 °C and 55 °C.
What warranty coverage does HPE provide for this HDD?
HPE offers a standard 3-year parts and labor limited warranty for the MC990 2TB HDD when used in supported HPE hardware platforms.
How can I purchase or order the HPE MC990 2TB SAS HDD (SKU Q2T63A)?
You can order the MC990 HDD through authorized HPE channel partners, HPE’s official online store or by contacting HPE sales representatives with SKU Q2T63A.