HPE 882397-001 12TB 7.2k SAS 12Gbps HDD

HPE 882397-001 12TB 7.2K LFF SAS SmartCarrier Spare Drive

The HPE 882397-001 is a spare part: a 12TB, 7,200 rpm, 3.5in SAS hard drive in an HPE SmartCarrier, with helium construction and Digitally Signed Firmware. It is the service replacement for option kit 881779-B21 and runs on a 12Gb/s SAS link.

When a 12TB drive drops out of an HPE ProLiant Gen10 array, this is the number HPE support would send. IT staff, maintenance firms and repair shops use it to replace like with like, so the controller sees the same model it lost. The drive uses the 512e sector format and sits in HPE’s Business Critical (Midline) class.

At Euroland IT Store the 882397-001 is sold as New and as Refurbished, while stock lasts.

HPE 882397-001 Technical Specifications

What Is The HPE 882397-001?

HPE’s own short description for this spare is SPS-DRV HDD 12TB 7.2K LFF SAS SC HE DS. Read left to right, that means a spare drive (SPS-DRV), a hard disk of 12TB, 7,200 rpm, large form factor, SAS interface, SmartCarrier, helium (HE) and Digitally Signed firmware (DS). Each part of that string is a check you can make against the failed drive in your hand.

PartSurfer shows 882397-001 as the spare inside 881779-B21. It also appears in remanufactured 12TB SC drive kits and in several DL360 Gen10 and DL380 Gen10 server builds. Ordering by the spare number is the simplest way to stay on the HPE parts path.

Why Digitally Signed Firmware Matters

HPE QuickSpecs explain that Digitally Signed Firmware helps prevent malicious attacks by confirming that drive firmware comes from a trusted source. In practice, the drive will only accept a firmware image signed by HPE. That stops someone loading a tampered image onto a disk that holds company data.

For you, this means firmware updates for 882397-001 should come from HPE, normally through the Service Pack for ProLiant or Smart Update Manager. Keep all drives in the array on the same release where possible.

New HPE 882397-001

Choose a new spare if you want an unused disk for a critical server or need sealed stock to hold on site. Details of packaging and the warranty for new units are on the product page.

Refurbished HPE 882397-001

A refurbished 882397-001 brings the cost of a repair down, which is useful for servers past their HPE support term. It suits repair engineers and businesses that run older Gen10 hardware for backup or archive work. The condition grade and warranty are shown on the product page.

Compatible Systems

PartSurfer where-used records for 882397-001 include:

• HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10 (including an Azure Stack node build)
• HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen10 (including a ROBO build for Cohesity)
• OEM DL380 Gen10 server builds

Other servers with 3.5in SmartCarrier SAS bays may also accept it. Check the existing drive label, your server model and your controller before you buy.

Linked Parts

• HPE 881779-B21: the option kit for this spare.
• HPE 881787-B21: a SATA 6G version at the same 12TB size and 7.2K speed.
• HPE 868211-001: another 12TB 3.5in SATA 6G listing.
• HPE 882401-001: a 12TB SATA spare listing for SATA based arrays.
• HPE 861607-001: an 8TB SAS 12G spare in the same 7.2K LFF family.

Confirming the Match

1. Compare the spare number on the old drive with 882397-001.
2. Check the HPE description on the label for SAS, SC and 12TB.
3. Confirm the server is a model with 3.5in SC bays.
4. Make sure no other drive in the same array is showing a fault before you start.
5. Have the controller management tool open so you can watch the rebuild.

Storing a Spare Drive Correctly

Many businesses keep one spare per server so a failure can be fixed in minutes. Store it in its anti-static bag and box, flat, away from heat and damp. Before fitting a drive that has come in from a cold van or store room, let it reach room temperature for a while to avoid condensation. Record where it is kept, so whoever is on call can find it.

Buying HPE 882397-001 in the UK

We serve companies of every size, plus IT contractors, resellers and repairers, from Northern Ireland to Cornwall. Condition, warranty, stock and delivery information for this spare are shown on the product page. The site offers free delivery on UK mainland orders worth more than £100 + VAT. Send your server model and the numbers from the failed drive to our team, or dial 0203 209 6002 for advice.

882397-001 FAQ

Is 882397-001 the spare for 881779-B21?

Yes, HPE PartSurfer lists 882397-001 as the spare part in option kit 881779-B21, the 12TB SAS LFF SmartCarrier drive.

Which servers is the 882397-001 compatible with?

HPE where-used data includes DL360 Gen10 and DL380 Gen10 builds, and it suits other HPE servers with 3.5in SmartCarrier SAS bays once you have checked your model.

Why would I choose a Refurbished spare over a New one?

Refurbished spares lower the cost of repairs on older servers, whereas New spares suit critical systems where you want an unused drive.

Where is the warranty information for 882397-001?

Warranty details for New and Refurbished units are listed on the product page.

Can you ship 882397-001 to my site in the UK?

Yes, we ship across the UK, and orders over £100 + VAT go free to mainland addresses.