HP 480942-002 MSA2 1TB 7.2K RPM 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive

Overview

The HP MSA2 1TB 7.2K RPM 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive (part number 480942-002) delivers reliable, high-capacity storage for enterprise and small business environments. Designed for the HP MSA2 storage array, this drive combines a proven 7.2K spindle speed with a 1TB capacity to provide a balanced mix of performance and space for critical data, backup, and archival workloads.

Key Features

• 1TB native capacity supports growing data sets and reduces the need for frequent drive upgrades
• 7.2K RPM spindle speed offers consistent read/write performance for mixed workloads
• 3.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays in the HP MSA2 enclosure
• SATA III 6Gb/s interface ensures fast data transfer rates and compatibility with modern storage controllers
• Enterprise-grade reliability with built-in error correction and advanced monitoring features
• Low power consumption helps lower operating costs in data center environments

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: 480942-002
• Capacity: 1TB (1000 GB)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch
• Interface: SATA III 6Gb/s (Serial ATA)
• Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
• Average Latency: 4.2 ms
• Cache Size: 64 MB
• Maximum Sustained Transfer Rate: 150 MB/s
• Operating Temperature: 0 deg to 55 deg C
• Power Consumption (Active): approx 5.5 W
• Power Consumption (Idle): approx 4.0 W

Typical Applications

• Primary storage for file servers, email servers, and database servers
• Backup and disaster recovery solutions in small to medium sized enterprises
• Archival storage for long-term retention of compliance data
• Virtualization hosts that require a balance of capacity and consistent performance
• High-density storage arrays such as the HP MSA2 for consolidated storage deployments