Functionality and compatibility
The HPE 652611‑B21 drive is a 2.5″ SFF format storage solution designed to deliver high performance in demanding business environments. With a spin speed of 15,000 rpm and a 6 Gb/s SAS interface, it provides fast response times and reliable performance for critical applications. Thanks to the integrated SmartDrive cart, it can be easily installed or removed from ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers in hot-plug mode, with visual (LED) signaling and secure locking.
Physical and technical characteristics.
The disk has a capacity of 300 GB and uses 512-byte sectors. It offers an average search time of 2.9 ms and a track-to-track of just 0.4 ms, reaching transfer speeds of up to 600 MB/s. Its 2.5″ (SFF) construction allows for densifying storage in compact servers. Approximate dimensions (W × D × H) are 3 × 4.7 × 0.6 inches (~75.7 mm × 118.7 mm × 15.6 mm) and it weighs about 25.6 oz (≈726 g). Includes SmartDrive holder for easy removal, LED indicator and “do not remove” sign during activity, ideal for uninterrupted operation. It complies with international regulations such as WEEE and is optimized for continuous use in business environments.
Technical characteristics
- Brand: HPE
- Part number: 652611-B21
- Form factor: 2.5” SFF
- Storage capacity: 300 GB
- Data transfer speed: 6 Gb/s
- Interface: SAS
- Rotation speed (RPM)/SSD: 15000