Description
Need a high-performance drive for your mission-critical workloads? The HPE 2.4TB SAS 12G Enterprise Hard Drive (881457-K21) delivers enterprise-grade reliability, speed, and security for your server environments. Engineered for demanding applications like transaction processing, big data analytics, and high-performance computing, this 2.5" Small Form Factor drive spins at 10,000 RPM and operates on a 12 Gb/s SAS interface.
With digitally signed firmware and the HPE SmartDrive Carrier, it combines physical security with intelligent monitoring to protect your data and minimize downtime. Backed by HPE’s 3.35 million hours of rigorous testing, this drive ensures consistent performance in even the most data-intensive IT environments.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 881457-K21 |
| Capacity | 2.4 TB |
| Interface | SAS 12 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" SFF (Small Form Factor) |
| Spindle Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Carrier | HPE SmartDrive Carrier |
| Data Format | 512e |
| Usage Classification | Mission Critical |
| Drive Type | Enterprise Hard Drive |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes |
| Warranty | 3-Year Limited Warranty |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 10 x 8.63 in |
| Weight | 3 lb |
Payment & Security
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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