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Axiom Q2R41A-AX 2.4TB 12Gb/s SAS 10K RPM 2.5" SFF 512e Hot-Swap HDD for HPE MSA 2040 Storage
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This hard drive provides 2.40 terabytes of raw storage capacity using traditional magnetic recording technology. The 10,000 RPM rotational speed reduces seek times and improves random I/O performance compared to lower-RPM drives.
The 12Gb/s SAS interface doubles the bandwidth of previous 6Gb/s generations, maximizing sequential transfer rates. The interface maintains full backward compatibility with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s SAS infrastructures. The drive is an internal device designed for installation in compatible storage enclosures or servers.
Relevant factors for this section include Storage Capacity, Disk Format, Spindle Speed (rpm). When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This drive combines enterprise-grade reliability with performance-optimized specifications. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed ensures responsive data access for transactional databases, virtualization hosts, and other I/O-intensive applications.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include High-Speed SAS Connectivity, Enterprise Hot-Swap Design.
High-Speed SAS Connectivity
The 12Gb/s SAS interface provides ample bandwidth for multi-drive arrays, preventing interface bottlenecks even during peak sequential transfers.
- Doubles 6Gb/s SAS bandwidth
- Backward compatible with existing infrastructure
- Full-duplex operation
Enterprise Hot-Swap Design
The drive supports hot-swap replacement in compatible enclosures, allowing failed drives to be replaced without powering down the storage system or interrupting service.
- Minimizes maintenance downtime
- Supports RAID rebuilds without shutdown
- Standard for enterprise storage arrays
Deployment / Use Cases
This drive is purpose-built for capacity expansion and replacement in HPE MSA 2040 storage systems. It serves as a performance-optimized tier within hybrid storage arrays, balancing capacity and speed.
Typical deployments include adding storage to existing MSA 2040 arrays, replacing failed drives with identical specifications, or building new storage shelves with consistent drive performance. The drive suits environments requiring reliable 10K RPM performance without the premium of 15K RPM drives.
Relevant factors for this section include Storage Capacity, Disk Format, Spindle Speed (rpm). When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
HPE MSA 2040 Storage Expansion
Add 2.4TB of 10K RPM storage to HPE MSA 2040 systems for applications needing responsive disk performance alongside solid-state caching.
Performance Storage Tier
Use as a middle tier between SSD caching and high-capacity nearline drives in tiered storage architectures for optimal cost-to-performance ratio.
Highlights
- 2.40 TB storage capacity for documents, media, and application data
- 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers high-speed data transfers
- 10,000 RPM spindle speed for reduced latency and faster access
- 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) for high-density storage deployments
- Hot-swappable design enables drive replacement without system downtime
- 512e disk formatting ensures compatibility with modern systems
- Validated for HPE MSA 2040 storage systems
- Enterprise-grade reliability for 24/7 operation
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | Q2R41A-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | MSA 2.4TB 12G SAS 10K SFF (2.5in) Enterprise 512e 3yr Warranty Hard Drive |
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Technical Information | |
| Storage Capacity | 2.40 TB |
| Disk Format | 512e |
| Drive Performance | |
| Spindle Speed (rpm) | 10000 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Wireless LAN | No |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Drive Interface | SAS |
| Drive Interface Standard | 12Gb/s SAS |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Drive Type | Internal |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Device Supported | Storage System |
| Compatibility | HPE MSA 2040 Storage |
FAQ
What storage capacity does this hard drive provide?
This Axiom hard drive provides 2.40 terabytes (TB) of raw storage capacity. This capacity is suitable for storing substantial amounts of business data, including documents, databases, virtual machine images, and multimedia files within enterprise storage arrays.
What is the rotational speed (RPM) of this drive?
The drive operates at 10,000 revolutions per minute (RPM). This higher rotational speed compared to 7,200 RPM drives reduces average seek times and improves random I/O performance, making it well-suited for transactional workloads and applications requiring responsive disk access.
What interface does this hard drive use?
This drive uses a 12 gigabit per second (Gb/s) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface. The SAS interface provides full-duplex communication, point-to-point connectivity, and advanced error recovery features ideal for enterprise storage environments. It maintains backward compatibility with 6Gb/s and 3Gb/s SAS infrastructures.
Is this a 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch form factor drive?
This is a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) drive. The 2.5-inch form factor allows for higher drive density within storage enclosures compared to traditional 3.5-inch drives, enabling more terabytes per rack unit in data center deployments.
Is this drive hot-swappable?
Yes, this drive supports hot-swap operation. When installed in a compatible storage enclosure with proper hot-swap backplanes and carriers, the drive can be inserted or removed while the system remains powered on and operational, minimizing downtime for maintenance or capacity expansion.
What systems is this drive compatible with?
This drive is specifically validated for use in Hewlett Packard Enterprise MSA 2040 storage systems. It is designed to work within the MSA 2040's drive bays and firmware environment. Always verify compatibility with your specific storage controller and firmware version before deployment.
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