Name: P54550-B21 HPE 10TB 7200RPM SATA 6Gb/s 512e LFF BC MV ISE Helium HS SC Hard Drive
Brand: HPE
SKU: P54550-B21
Price: 640.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE P54550-B21 hard drive offers 10TB of storage space using helium technology to enhance efficiency and reduce power consumption. It fits into enterprise storage setups requiring reliable, large-capacity drives that balance speed and endurance without the higher price of solid-state options.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P54550-B21

Technical Information
Capacity	10TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	256MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	2000000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028
Width	4.0
Depth	5.787
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE

Product Description
The HPE P54550-B21 is a high-capacity hard drive designed for bulk storage needs in enterprise environments. It provides a balance of storage space and reliable speed, making it suitable for data centers requiring efficient data management. Often found in servers and storage arrays, this drive supports environments where large volumes of data are accessed regularly but not necessarily at the highest speeds of SSDs. IT professionals managing enterprise storage benefit from its helium-filled design, which helps reduce power consumption and heat. Key Features Helium technology reduces drag and improves efficiency 512e sector size supports compatibility with modern systems Large capacity of 10TB accommodates extensive data needs 7,200 RPM speed balances performance with durability Interface via SATA 6Gb/s enables steady transfer rates This hard drive is typically deployed within enterprise storage solutions where reliable, large-scale storage is required without premium costs of flash storage. Its role in data centers and backup systems underscores its importance in maintaining data accessibility and integrity over time.

Use Cases
The HPE P54550-B21 10TB helium hard drive is designed for enterprise storage environments that require large capacity with efficient power consumption and dependable performance. It is ideal for data centers and IT infrastructures that manage high-volume, sequential data workloads where cost-effective scaling is critical. How It's Used: Deployed in data center storage clusters to optimize capacity per rack unit while maintaining power efficiency. Integrated into virtualization environments requiring reliable bulk storage for virtual machine image files and snapshots. Used by enterprise IT teams for archiving and backup solutions where high-capacity drives reduce physical footprint. Implemented in remote office or branch data storage systems that demand durable drives with consistent throughput. Employed in big data analytics nodes storing large datasets for processing with moderate random access patterns. This drive supports operational efficiency by balancing storage density and energy use, facilitating scalable storage infrastructure growth. Its compatibility with standard SATA interfaces ensures straightforward integration without compromising enterprise-grade reliability.