HPE 200 GB 2.5 inch SAS SSD K2Q45A

The HPE 200 GB 2.5 inch SAS solid state drive provides 200 GB of usable storage in a 2.5" form factor with a 12 Gbit/s SAS interface. Designed for enterprise mainstream use, this internal SSD delivers fast data access and consistent performance for business storage arrays and server environments.

Advantages

This SSD offers low-latency access and higher throughput compared with traditional spinning disks, enabling quicker read/write operations for transactional and database workloads. Its 2.5" form factor and SAS interface make it compatible with many enterprise storage enclosures, while the compact size helps optimise rack and chassis space.

Suitable for

• Enterprise SAN/NAS arrays and storage systems
• Database and transaction-heavy server workloads
• Virtualisation hosts and hyperconverged infrastructures
• High-performance caching and tiered storage

When it may not be suitable

This 200 GB drive is intended for performance-focused enterprise use; it may be too small for primary capacity-driven storage needs where large volumes of archival or bulk data are stored. It is also not suitable for systems that require SATA interface drives or consumer-grade NVMe form factors.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 200 GB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch (SFF)
• Interface: 12 Gbit/s SAS
• Weight: 0.46 kg
• Colour: Black

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible 2.5" SAS bay in your server or storage array following the manufacturer’s hardware installation guidelines. Configure the drive within your storage controller or operating system, allocate it to RAID or logical volumes as required, and monitor drive health using enterprise management tools. Ensure firmware and controller drivers are up to date for optimal compatibility and performance.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm your server or storage enclosure supports 2.5" SAS drives at 12 Gbit/s.
• Assess whether 200 GB capacity meets your application and retention requirements.
• Check compatibility with your RAID controller, firmware version, and drive management tools.

Recommendations

Use this 200 GB SAS SSD as a performance tier for hot data, cache, or metadata in enterprise storage systems. Regularly monitor SMART attributes and replace drives according to your storage policy to maintain consistent performance and reliability.