HPE 3.5" DS SAS-12GBPS SSD 1.6TB P04535-K21 G9 G10

Form Factor: 3.5inch

The HPE P04535-K21 SSD features a form factor of 3.5inch, which is one of the most popular and widely used form factors in the storage industry. This form factor provides several benefits and advantages for users, making it a preferred choice for many organizations.

1. Compatibility and Flexibility

The 3.5inch form factor is widely supported by various server and storage systems, ensuring compatibility and flexibility. It allows the HPE P04535-K21 SSD to be easily integrated into existing infrastructure without the need for any additional adapters or modifications. This compatibility ensures that the SSD can be seamlessly integrated into servers, workstations, and storage arrays, providing users with a hassle-free experience.

2. Increased Storage Capacity

The larger size of the 3.5inch form factor allows for higher storage capacity compared to smaller form factors. With a larger physical size, the HPE P04535-K21 SSD can accommodate more flash memory chips, resulting in larger storage capacities. This is especially important for organizations that require high-capacity storage solutions for their data-intensive applications and workloads.

2.1 Enhanced Performance

The increased storage capacity provided by the 3.5inch form factor also translates into enhanced performance. With more flash memory chips available, the SSD can distribute data across a larger number of NAND cells, allowing for faster read and write speeds. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require high-performance storage solutions, such as databases, virtualization environments, and content delivery networks.

2.2 Efficient Space Utilization

While the 3.5inch form factor offers increased storage capacity, it also ensures efficient space utilization within server or storage enclosures. By utilizing the available space effectively, organizations can optimize their infrastructure and reduce costs associated with additional enclosures or expansion units. This is particularly advantageous for data centers with limited physical space or those looking to optimize their storage density.

2.2.1 Scalability

The 3.5inch form factor enables easy scalability for future growth and expansion. With larger storage capacities available, organizations can easily upgrade their storage infrastructure by adding more HPE P04535-K21 SSDs. This scalability ensures that users have the flexibility to meet their evolving storage requirements without the need for a complete system overhaul.

2.2.2 Improved Cooling Efficiency

The larger size of the 3.5inch form factor allows for improved cooling efficiency within server or storage enclosures. The increased surface area provided by the larger form factor helps dissipate heat more effectively, preventing overheating and ensuring optimal performance and reliability of the SSD. This cooling efficiency is crucial in high-density data center environments where multiple storage devices are packed closely together.

Interface: SAS-12GBPS

The HPE P04535-K21 SSD utilizes the SAS-12GBPS interface, which is a high-performance and reliable interface widely used in enterprise storage environments. The SAS-12GBPS interface offers several benefits and importance for users, making it an ideal choice for demanding applications and workloads.

1. High Data Transfer Speeds

The SAS-12GBPS interface provides significantly higher data transfer speeds compared to its predecessors. With a maximum transfer rate of 12 gigabits per second (GBPS), the interface ensures fast and efficient data transmission between the SSD and the host system. This high-speed interface is particularly beneficial for applications that require quick access to large amounts of data, such as online transaction processing (OLTP), data analytics, and real-time streaming.

1.1 Reduced Latency

The high data transfer speeds offered by the SAS-12GBPS interface result in reduced latency, ensuring faster response times for read and write operations. This low latency is crucial for applications that require real-time data processing, where even slight delays can have a significant impact on performance. By minimizing latency, the interface allows for more responsive and efficient storage operations.

1.2 Improved Workload Performance

The high-speed interface enables improved workload performance, especially for applications that heavily rely on storage I/O operations. With faster data transfer speeds, the HPE P04535-K21 SSD can handle higher workloads and deliver better overall performance. This is particularly important for organizations that need to support demanding applications or multiple concurrent users accessing the storage system simultaneously.

1.2.1 Enhanced Virtualization Performance

Virtualized environments can greatly benefit from the high-performance SAS-12GBPS interface. The interface ensures faster data transfers between the host server and virtual machines, resulting in improved virtual machine performance and responsiveness. This enhanced virtualization performance allows organizations to effectively utilize their virtualized infrastructure and provide a seamless user experience.

1.2.2 Accelerated Data Backup and Recovery

The high-speed interface enables faster data backup and recovery processes, reducing the time required to perform critical operations. With the SAS-12GBPS interface, organizations can quickly back up large volumes of data or restore data from backups in case of system failures or data loss incidents. This accelerated data backup and recovery capability enhances data protection and minimizes downtime in case of unexpected events.

Generation: G9 G10

The HPE P04535-K21 SSD belongs to the G9 G10 generation, which represents the latest advancements in storage technology. This generation offers several benefits and importance for users, ensuring they have access to cutting-edge features and capabilities.

1. Enhanced Performance and Reliability

The G9 G10 generation introduces significant improvements in performance and reliability compared to previous generations. The use of advanced flash memory technologies, controller enhancements, and firmware optimizations result in faster read and write speeds, reduced latency, and improved overall reliability. These performance and reliability enhancements are crucial for organizations that require high-performance storage solutions for their mission-critical applications.

1.1 Improved Endurance

The G9 G10 generation SSDs offer improved endurance, meaning they can sustain a higher number of program/erase cycles before reaching the end of their usable life. This increased endurance is achieved through advancements in flash memory cell designs and wear-leveling algorithms. By improving endurance, the SSDs can handle more write-intensive workloads without compromising their performance or reliability.

1.2 Enhanced Data Protection

Data protection is a critical aspect of any storage solution, and the G9 G10 generation SSDs incorporate advanced features to ensure data integrity and security. These features include error correction mechanisms, power loss protection, encryption capabilities, and secure erase functionality. The enhanced data protection capabilities of the SSDs help organizations safeguard their valuable data against potential threats or hardware failures.

1.2.1 Data Encryption

The G9 G10 generation SSDs often include hardware-based encryption capabilities, allowing organizations to encrypt their data at rest. This feature ensures that sensitive or confidential data stored on the SSDs remains protected even if the drives are physically compromised or stolen. The encryption functionality provides an additional layer of security, meeting the stringent data privacy requirements of various industries and regulatory frameworks.

1.2.2 Power Loss Protection

The G9 G10 generation SSDs are equipped with power loss protection mechanisms, which safeguard data in case of sudden power outages or disruptions. These mechanisms ensure that any data in the process of being written to the SSD is not lost or corrupted due to power failures. The power loss protection feature provides peace of mind to organizations, minimizing the risk of data loss and maintaining data integrity.

Capacity: 1.6TB

The HPE P04535-K21 SSD offers a capacity of 1.6TB, providing ample storage space for organizations to store their critical data and applications. The large capacity of the SSD brings several benefits and importance for users, enabling them to meet their storage requirements effectively.

1. Sufficient Storage Space

The 1.6TB capacity of the HPE P04535-K21 SSD ensures that organizations have enough storage space to accommodate their growing data volumes. With increasing amounts of data being generated and processed, having sufficient storage capacity is crucial for maintaining business continuity and supporting future growth. The SSD's large capacity allows organizations to store vast amounts of data without the need for additional storage devices or frequent upgrades.

1.1 Consolidated Storage Infrastructure

By offering a high-capacity storage solution, the 1.6TB SSD enables organizations to consolidate their storage infrastructure. Instead of managing multiple smaller drives or arrays, organizations can centralize their storage needs on a single high-capacity SSD. This consolidation simplifies management, reduces complexity, and lowers costs associated with maintaining and expanding multiple storage devices.

1.2 Improved Data Access Speeds

The large capacity of the SSD allows for better data distribution and organization, resulting in improved data access speeds. With more available space, the SSD can efficiently distribute data across its flash memory cells, reducing seek times and improving overall read and write performance. This enhanced data access speed is particularly beneficial for applications that require quick access to large datasets, such as data analytics or content delivery.

1.2.1 Efficient Data Organization

The 1.6TB capacity ensures that organizations can efficiently organize their data without the need for frequent data management tasks. By minimizing the need for data archiving or moving data to external storage systems, organizations can optimize their workflows and focus on their core operations. This efficient data organization improves productivity and reduces the time and effort required for data management tasks.

1.2.2 Scalability and Future-Proofing

With a capacity of 1.6TB, the HPE P04535-K21 SSD provides scalability and future-proofing for organizations' storage needs. The large capacity allows organizations to accommodate their current data volumes while also providing room for future growth and expansion. This scalability eliminates the need for frequent upgrades or migrations, providing a cost-effective and sustainable solution for long-term storage requirements.