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    HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K-RPM SATA 6Gb/s LFF 3.5 HDD

    861683-B21

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    HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K-RPM SATA 6Gb/s LFF 3.5 HDD

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    HPE

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    861683-B21

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    Warranty: 1 Year (Return/Replacement)
    • 4TB Reliable Enterprise Storage
    • 7,200 RPM Business Critical Performance
    • Stable SATA 6Gb/s Interface
    • 3.5" LFF Low Profile Form Factor
    • 512n Format Support
    • Digitally Signed (DS) Firmware

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    HPE 861683-B21 4TB 7.2K-RPM SATA 6Gb/s LFF Hard Drive

    The HPE 861683-B21 is a genuine 4TB SATA Business Critical hard drive built for enterprise storage environments where capacity, reliability, and data integrity are absolutely critical. Spinning at 7,200 RPM with a 6Gb/s SATA interface and a data transfer rate of 600 MBps, it is engineered to deliver high sustained throughput and dependable performance for backup, archival, and bulk storage workloads.

    What sets this drive apart is its 512n format, ensuring broad compatibility with legacy operating systems and applications. The drive features Digitally Signed (DS) firmware, which provides the security and assurance that drive firmware comes from a trusted source and protects against malicious attacks. It also supports Native Command Queuing (NCQ) for optimized performance in multi-drive environments. As a Business Critical (BC) class drive, it offers enterprise-class reliability for 24/7 data center operations. It comes with an HPE Low Profile Carrier (LPc) pre-attached, featuring a genuine HPE serial number and security sticker, making it ready for hot-plug installation in compatible ProLiant systems.

    All HPE hard drives pass a rigorous qualification process, which certifies that every drive is proven to perform in your HPE ProLiant Server environments. Because this is a genuine HPE component rather than a generic or rebadged drive, it carries original HPE firmware and a genuine HPE security sticker. That matters when you're replacing a drive in a live production server — mismatched or unverified parts can cause RAID rebuild failures, performance degradation, or even system crashes.

    Specifications of HPE 861683-B21 SATA Hard Drive

    General Information

    Product Type
    Hard Drive

    Technical Information

    Storage Capacity
    4 TB
    Disk Format
    512n
    Maximum Data Transfer Rate
    6 Gb/s
    RPM
    7200
    Drive Type
    Internal
    Drive Width
    3.5"
    Swappable
    Yes

    Interfaces/Ports

    Drive Interface
    SATA
    Interface Standard
    6Gb/s SATA

    Physical Characteristics

    Form Factor
    LFF

    Miscellaneous

    Compliance Standards
    RoHS,WEEE

    Compatibility Guide for HPE 861683-B21 SATA Hard Drive

    This HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA hard drive is built for HPE ProLiant server environments requiring high-capacity 3.5" LFF storage with enterprise-grade reliability. It features a 6Gb/s SATA interface, 7,200 RPM spindle speed, 512n format, and Low Profile Carrier (LPc) compatibility for Gen10 through Gen12 server families with 3.5" LFF drive bays.

    HPE ProLiant Gen10 Servers:

    • ProLiant DL20 Gen10 (3.5")
    • ProLiant DL180 Gen10
    • ProLiant DL325 Gen10
    • ProLiant DL345 Gen10
    • ProLiant DL360 Gen10
    • ProLiant DL385 Gen10
    • ProLiant ML30 Gen10 (3.5")
    • ProLiant ML110 Gen10
    • ProLiant ML350 Gen10

    HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus Servers:

    • ProLiant DL20 Gen10 Plus
    • ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus
    • ProLiant DL345 Gen10 Plus
    • ProLiant DL360 Gen10 Plus
    • ProLiant DL380 Gen10 Plus
    • ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Plus

    HPE ProLiant Gen11 Servers:

    • ProLiant DL320 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL325 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL345 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL360 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL365 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL380 Gen11
    • ProLiant DL385 Gen11
    • ProLiant ML110 Gen11
    • ProLiant ML350 Gen11

    HPE ProLiant Gen12 Servers:

    • ProLiant DL380 Gen12
    • ProLiant ML350 Gen12

    HPE Apollo Servers:

    • Apollo 4200 Gen9
    • Apollo 4510 Gen9
    • Apollo 4520 Gen9
    • Apollo 4530 Gen9

    HPE SimpliVity:

    • SimpliVity 325 Gen10

    HPE Nimble Storage dHCI:

    • Nimble Storage dHCI Medium Solution with HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10

    Compatibility Notes:

    • For use with Gen10, Gen10 Plus, Gen11, and Gen12 servers with 3.5" LFF Low Profile Carrier (LPc) drive bays.
    • Not for use with 2.5" SFF drive bays — use the correct SFF drive model instead.
    • Not for use with HPE MSA storage arrays without the correct carrier.
    • This drive includes a Low Profile Carrier (LPc) that is different from standard Smart Carrier (SC) designs.
    • This item was discontinued by HPE on June 07, 2025 — limited stock available. Contact us for current availability before ordering.
    • If unsure about compatibility, contact us for a free verification check.

    Why Buy the HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA Hard Drive?

    When you're expanding storage in an active production server, the difference between a genuine HPE drive and an unverified clone shows up the first time you need to rebuild a RAID set. The HPE 861683-B21 is HPE-manufactured with Digitally Signed Firmware, 512n format, Native Command Queuing (NCQ), a genuine HPE security sticker, and an HPE Low Profile 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 HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA hard drive worth choosing over a cheaper, unverified alternative:

    • 100% Genuine HPE Business Critical Part
    • 4TB Reliable Capacity Storage
    • 7,200 RPM Business Critical Performance
    • Stable SATA 6Gb/s Throughput
    • 512n Format Support
    • Digitally Signed (DS) Firmware
    • Native Command Queuing (NCQ)
    • HPE Low Profile Carrier Included
    • Hot-Swap Capable Design
    • Broad Gen10-Gen12 Compatibility

    Where to Use the HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA Hard Drive

    This HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA hard drive fits teams maintaining ProLiant server infrastructure who need reliable, high-capacity storage for demanding workloads. Common deployment scenarios include:

    • ProLiant Gen10-Gen12 LFF Server Deployments
    • Backup and Archival Systems
    • Cold Storage and Data Lakes
    • Data Warehousing and Analytics
    • Virtualized Server Environments (VMware)
    • Enterprise Backup Server Systems
    • Bulk Storage and RAID Arrays
    • Surveillance and Video Archiving

    Why Choose Us for HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA Hard Drive

    We are a trusted provider of genuine enterprise storage solutions including the HPE 861683-B21 4TB SATA hard drive, with a focus on quality, compatibility, and customer satisfaction.

    • 100% Genuine HPE Parts
    • Free Compatibility Verification Service
    • 90-Day Warranty on Refurbished
    • 1-Year Limited New Warranty
    • Same Day Shipping Available
    • 24/7 Expert Technical Support
    • HPE Low Profile Carrier Included
    • Trusted by 500+ Enterprises
    • 5-Star Rated Service for HPE

    FAQs

    Why should I choose the HPE 861683-B21 over a cheaper generic SATA drive for my Gen10 server?

    The HPE 861683-B21 delivers genuine HPE Business Critical firmware, 4TB capacity, 7.2K RPM reliability, 512n format, Native Command Queuing (NCQ), and a Low Profile Carrier included that generic drives cannot match. We back it with a 1-year warranty and free compatibility check to ensure a perfect fit for your server.

    Is the HPE 861683-B21 compatible with my ProLiant Gen11 server?

    Yes, the HPE 861683-B21 is fully validated for ProLiant Gen10, Gen10 Plus, Gen11, and Gen12 servers with 3.5" LFF drive bays, including DL360 Gen10, DL380 Gen10, DL325 Gen11, DL380 Gen11, and ML350 Gen12 models. Our free compatibility verification confirms your exact server model and backplane revision before shipping.

    What warranty and support do you offer with the HPE 861683-B21?

    Every HPE 861683-B21 comes with a 90-day warranty on refurbished units and a 1-year limited warranty on new units, plus access to our 24/7 expert technical support team. If the drive does not work in your system, we cover free returns and replacements with no questions asked.

    Product Compatibility

    For HPE ProLiant Gen9 Server