HDD HPE 4TB 3.5" SAS 7200 RPM 872487-B21

The HPE 4TB 3.5" SAS 7200 RPM (MPN 872487-B21) is a server-class midline hard drive designed for bulk storage in HPE ProLiant environments. With a 4 TB capacity, 3.5-inch form factor and 7200 RPM spindle speed, this SAS drive balances capacity and performance for data‑intensive applications. It is qualified for HPE servers, supports SMART and HPE Systems Insight Manager, and includes HPE digitally signed firmware for enhanced firmware integrity.

Advantages

This midline drive provides a high-capacity, cost-efficient storage option with enterprise-class reliability measures such as rotational vibration sensors and firmware signing. It is optimized and tested for compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers and offers a lower $/GB for entry and SMB deployments while maintaining sustained performance at 7200 RPM and SAS connectivity.

Suitable for

• Bulk data storage and archival
• Entry-level and SMB file and application servers
• Cloud and web infrastructure requiring large-capacity drives
• Environments where compatibility with HPE ProLiant systems is required

Key specifications

• Capacity: 4 TB (4000 GB)
• Form factor: 3.5-inch (Large Form Factor, LFF)
• Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
• Rotation speed: 7200 RPM
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 872487-B21
• EAN: 4549821073481
• Warranty: standard one-year warranty

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible HPE server or storage enclosure following the server vendor’s installation guide. Ensure the server firmware and controller drivers support SAS drives and recognize the device. After physical installation, verify the drive is detected by the system BIOS/UEFI or storage controller, and configure RAID or logical volumes as required for your deployment. Enable SMART monitoring and integrate the drive into HPE Systems Insight Manager for ongoing health checks.

Recommendations

Use this HPE midline drive where large, economical capacity is needed without requiring highest-tier mission-critical performance. For mixed workloads, pair with appropriate RAID levels and monitor vibration and drive health using SMART and HPE management tools to maintain reliability.