P18438-H21 HPE 3.84TB 2.5" DS SATA 6GBPS SC Mixed Use SSD

HPE P18438-H21 3.84TB SATA 6GBPS SSD

The HPE P18438-H21 3.84TB SATA 6GBPS Mixed Use SFF 2.5-inch Solid State Drive is engineered for high performance and reliability. This versatile storage solution is designed to cater to a variety of enterprise applications.

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 3.84 Terabytes (TB)
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s for seamless data transfer
• Drive Height: 7mm ultra-slim design
• Form Factor: Small Form Factor (SFF) – 2.5-inch
• Flash Memory Type: Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND
• Hot-Plug Support: Yes, allows convenient drive swaps
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier (SC)
• Connector: Single-port configuration

HPE P18438-H21 3.84TB SSD

The HPE P18438-H21 represents the pinnacle of enterprise solid-state storage technology, specifically engineered for mixed-use workloads in demanding data center environments. This 3.84TB SATA SSD combines high capacity with exceptional performance and reliability, making it an ideal solution for organizations seeking to accelerate their storage infrastructure while maintaining compatibility with existing SATA-based systems.

Capacity: 3.84TB

The HPE P18438-H21 SSD offers an impressive storage capacity of 3.84TB, providing users with a vast amount of space to store their data. Whether you are a business owner looking to store large amounts of critical data or a creative professional working with high-resolution media files, this SSD's capacity ensures that you will never run out of storage space.

Reduced Need for External Storage

The substantial capacity of the HPE P18438-H21 SSD reduces the need for external storage devices such as external hard drives or cloud storage subscriptions. This not only saves users the cost of purchasing additional storage solutions but also eliminates the inconvenience of carrying around external devices or relying on an internet connection to access cloud storage.

Form Factor: 2.5 Inch

The HPE P18438-H21 SSD features a compact 2.5-inch form factor, making it compatible with a wide range of devices such as laptops, desktops, servers, and storage arrays. Its small size allows for easy installation, even in tight spaces, and makes it an ideal choice for both personal and professional use.

Interface: SATA 6GBPS

The HPE P18438-H21 SSD features a SATA 6Gbps interface, enabling lightning-fast data transfer speeds. This interface allows for seamless communication between the SSD and the host device, ensuring that data is transferred quickly and efficiently.

Compatibility

One of the key advantages of the SATA interface is its backward compatibility with previous SATA versions. This means that the HPE P18438-H21 SSD can be used with devices that support SATA 3Gbps or even SATA 1.5Gbps interfaces. This ensures that your investment in this SSD is future-proof and can be easily integrated into existing systems.

Use Type: Mixed Use

The Mixed Use designation of the HPE P18438-H21 SSD indicates its ability to handle different types of workloads. Whether you are running intensive applications, handling large databases, or performing simultaneous read and write operations, this SSD is designed to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of workloads.

Compatible With: G9, G10

The HPE P18438-H21 SSD is specifically designed to be compatible with HPE servers, including the G9 and G10 models. This compatibility ensures that the SSD seamlessly integrates with your existing server infrastructure, allowing for easy installation and hassle-free operation.

Optimized Performance and Reliability

By choosing an SSD that is compatible with HPE servers, you can benefit from optimized performance and reliability. The SSD is thoroughly tested and validated by HPE to ensure compatibility and to provide a seamless experience when used in conjunction with their servers. This eliminates any potential hardware or software compatibility issues.

Capacity Planning Considerations

Maintaining appropriate free space (typically 10-20% for over-provisioning) ensures consistent performance and extends the usable life of the drive under heavy write conditions.

Comparison with Other Storage Tiers

The P18438-H21 occupies a strategic position between read-intensive SATA SSDs and more expensive NVMe solutions, providing an optimal balance of performance, endurance, and cost.

Versus Read-Intensive SATA SSDs

Compared to read-intensive models like the HPE P18437-B21, the mixed-use P18438-H21 offers higher write endurance (3 DWPD vs. 1 DWPD) at a moderate price premium, making it suitable for more balanced workloads.