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HP 793697-B21 6TB 7.2K-RPM SAS 12Gb/s LFF 3.5 HDD
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HP 793697-B21 6TB 7.2K-RPM SAS 12Gb/s LFF 3.5 HDD
- 6TB Massive Storage Capacity
- 7,200 RPM Spindle Speed
- SAS 12Gb/s Interface (1.2 GBps Transfer Rate)
- 3.5" LFF Form Factor
- Helium-Sealed for Lower Power Consumption
- Genuine HP Midline Drive with Smart Carrier
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HP 793697-B21 6TB 7.2K-RPM SAS 12Gb/s LFF Hard Drive
The HP 793697-B21 is a genuine 6TB SAS Midline hard drive built for enterprise storage environments where cost-per-gigabyte and dependable performance are essential. Spinning at 7,200 RPM with an 8.5ms average seek time, it's engineered to support server workloads, backup operations, and archival storage tiers with a balanced approach to speed and economy. The 12Gb/s SAS interface provides a stable, high-throughput connection with a data transfer rate of 1.2 GBps, which is exactly what ProLiant servers and D6000 storage enclosures are built around.
What sets this drive apart is its Helium-sealed design, which reduces power consumption and improves storage density. As a Midline (MDL) drive with 512e Advanced Format, it offers an ideal balance between performance and cost — more robust than desktop drives with better reliability for 24/7 operation, yet more affordable than high-performance Enterprise models. The drive features dual-port SAS connectivity for built-in redundancy and comes with an HP Smart Carrier (SC) pre-attached, making it ready for hot-plug installation in compatible ProLiant systems. The 512e Advance Format is ideal for 4KiB aligned operating systems and applications while also supporting legacy 512K native applications.
Because this is a genuine HP component rather than a generic or rebadged drive, it carries original HP firmware and a genuine HP security sticker. That matters when you're replacing a drive in a live server — mismatched or unverified parts can cause RAID rebuild failures or degraded performance.
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Compatibility Guide for HP 793697-B21 SAS Hard Drive
This HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS hard drive is built specifically for HP's ProLiant server architecture with Smart Carrier (SC) compatibility, which means it's designed to work within the storage enclosures and backplanes that were engineered to support SAS interfaces. It is compatible with a broad range of HP ProLiant server models across multiple generations.
HP ProLiant Gen5/Gen6/Gen7/Gen8/Gen9/Gen10 Servers (LFF Bays):
- ProLiant DL Series: DL20 (G9), DL60 (G9), DL80 (G9), DL120 (G8/G9), DL160 (G8/G9), DL180 (G8/G9), DL320e (G8/G9), DL360e (G8/G9), DL360p (G8/G9), DL360 (G10), DL380e (G8/G9), DL380p (G8/G9), DL380 (G6/G7/G8/G9/G10), DL385 (G8/G10/G10+), DL388 (G9/G10), DL560 (G8/G9/G10)
- ProLiant ML Series: ML15, ML110 (G8/G9), ML150 (G8/G9), ML310e (G8/G9), ML350 (G8/G9/G10), ML350e (G8/G9)
- ProLiant BL Series: BL420c (G8/G9), BL460c (G8/G9), BL465c (G8/G9)
- ProLiant SL Series: SL200t (G8/G9), SL230s (G8/G9), SL250s (G8/G9), SL270s (G8/G9), SL4540 (G8/G9), SL4545 (G8/G9)
HP Storage Systems:
- HP Disk Enclosure D6000 (3.5" LFF)
- HP Disk Enclosure D6000 with Dual I/O Modules (3.5" LFF)
- HP D6020 Disk Enclosure
- HP Apollo Gen10
- HP StoreVirtual 3000 / 3200
Compatibility Notes:
- For use with Gen7, Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers with Smart Carrier (SC)
- Backward compatible with G5/G6 servers using standard hot-plug carriers
- Not recommended for Gen11/Gen12 servers – use newer HP drives for Gen11/Gen12 deployments
- If unsure about compatibility, contact us for a free verification check
Why Buy the HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS Hard Drive?
When you're sourcing a replacement drive for an active server, the difference between a genuine part and an unverified clone shows up the first time you need to rebuild a RAID set. The HP 793697-B21 is HP-manufactured with a Helium-sealed design, 512e Advanced Format, a genuine HP security sticker, and an HP Smart Carrier included. This means it carries the firmware and mechanical tolerances your server's controller already expects — no compatibility guesswork, no risk of a failed rebuild because of a mismatched drive. Here's what makes this HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS hard drive worth choosing over a cheaper, unverified alternative:
- Genuine HP Midline Part with Security Sticker
- Massive 6TB Capacity for Bulk Storage
- Reliable 12Gb/s Throughput (1.2 GBps)
- Helium-Sealed Design for Lower Power Consumption
- 512e Advanced Format for Data Integrity
- Smart Carrier Included for Easy Installation
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
Where to Use the HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS Hard Drive
This HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS hard drive fits teams maintaining ProLiant server and storage infrastructure who need massive, dependable storage without downtime. Common deployment scenarios include:
- ProLiant Gen7/Gen8/Gen9/Gen10 LFF Server Deployments
- Bulk Data Storage and Cloud Infrastructure
- Backup and Archival Storage
- Non-Mission-Critical Applications
- HP D6000/D6020 Disk Enclosures
- HP StoreVirtual 3000/3200 Systems
- High-Performance Computing (HPC) Clusters
Why Choose Us for HP 793697-B21 6TB SAS Hard Drive
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- 100% Genuine HP 793697-B21 Parts with Security Sticker
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FAQs
Why should I buy the HP 793697-B21 from you instead of a cheaper generic drive?
You get a genuine HP drive with Helium-sealed technology, 512e Advanced Format, and a Smart Carrier included. Generic drives cause RAID failures — we back ours with a 90-day warranty and free compatibility check.
Is the HP 793697-B21 compatible with my ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, or Gen10 server?
Yes, it's fully validated for ProLiant Gen7, Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 servers with 3.5" LFF drive bays. Our free compatibility check confirms your exact server model and backplane revision before you order.
What if the HP 793697-B21 doesn't work in my server?
We stand behind every drive. Our 24/7 support team is ready to help, and our 90-day warranty covers free returns and replacements with no questions asked — your investment is fully protected.