HPE 400GB SAS 12GBPS MLC SC Hot plug SSD Smart Carrier for Server P04525-B21

Product Overview of SAS 12GBPS MLC

Introducing the HPE P04525-B21, a robust Solid State Drive designed for high-performance computing needs. This versatile SSD offers exceptional reliability and efficiency for diverse applications.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number (SKU#): P04525-B21
• Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Storage Capacity: 400GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• NAND Flash Technology: Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
• Sector Size: 512 bytes
• Height: 15 mm (0.6 inch)
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier (SC)
• Hot Pluggable: Yes
• Workload Type: Mixed Use
• Firmware: Digitally Signed Firmware (DS)
• Included Accessories: HPE Smart Drive Carrier

Performance Metrics

• Endurance: 2190 Lifetime Writes
• DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day): 3
• Drive Transfer Rate: 12 GB/s (External)
• Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 95,000
• Max Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q64): 165,000
• Random Write IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 70,000
• Max Random Write IOPS (4KiB, Q4): 70,000
• Sequential Read Throughput (MiB/s): 1075
• Sequential Write Throughput (MiB/s): 1025
• Random Read Latency (uSec, 4KiB, Q1): 120
• Random Write Latency (uSec, 4KiB, Q1): 48
• 4KiB Random 70% Read / 30% Write (IOPS, Q32): 105,000
• 4KiB Random 50% Read / 50% Write (IOPS, Q32): 87,500

Power Requirements

• Power Consumption: 6.21 Watts

Compatibility

• BL460c Gen10 (2.5 inch)

HPE ProLiant DL Series

• DL160 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL180 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL325 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL360 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL380 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL385 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL560 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• DL580 Gen10 (2.5 inch)

HPE ProLiant ML Series

• ML110 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• ML30 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• ML350 Gen10 (2.5 inch)

HPE Synergy Compute Modules

• 660 Gen10 (2.5 inch)
• 680 Gen9 (2.5 inch)

Capacity: 400GB

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD offers a substantial capacity of 400GB, providing ample storage space for users' data and applications. This large capacity allows for the storage and retrieval of a significant amount of information, making it ideal for businesses and individuals with demanding storage requirements.

Increased Storage Efficiency

With 400GB of storage, users can store a large volume of data without the need for additional drives or external storage solutions. This increased storage capacity ensures that users have enough space to store their files, applications, and other data-intensive tasks.

Improved Performance

The 400GB capacity of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD also contributes to improved performance. With more storage space available, the drive can distribute data more efficiently, reducing the time it takes to access and retrieve information. This results in faster load times for applications and files, enhancing overall productivity.

Flexibility in Data Management

Having a 400GB capacity allows users to have greater flexibility in managing their data. They can store a wide range of files, including documents, images, videos, and applications, without worrying about running out of space. This flexibility enables users to organize and structure their data in a way that suits their specific needs.

Scalability for Future Growth

The 400GB capacity also provides scalability for future growth. As data requirements increase over time, having a higher capacity drive ensures that users can accommodate expanding storage needs without the need for immediate upgrades or replacements. This scalability helps businesses avoid costly disruptions and ensures smooth operations as they grow.

Enhanced Data Security

In addition to the benefits mentioned above, the 400GB capacity of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD also contributes to enhanced data security. With ample space, users can implement robust backup and redundancy strategies, ensuring that their critical data is protected against loss or corruption. This feature is particularly important for businesses that handle sensitive or confidential information.

Cost-Effective Solution

The 400GB capacity of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD offers a cost-effective solution for users with high storage demands. Rather than investing in multiple lower-capacity drives or external storage solutions, users can achieve their storage goals with a single drive. This not only reduces upfront costs but also minimizes ongoing maintenance and management expenses.

Interface: SAS

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD utilizes the SAS interface, providing users with several benefits and important features for their storage needs.

High Data Transfer Speeds

SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is known for its high data transfer speeds, making it an ideal choice for users who require fast and reliable storage solutions. The SAS interface allows for the efficient transfer of data between the drive and the host system, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted performance.

Improved Scalability

The SAS interface offers improved scalability, allowing users to easily expand their storage capacity as needed. With the ability to connect multiple drives in a daisy-chain configuration, users can add more storage without disrupting their existing setup. This flexibility is particularly valuable for businesses experiencing rapid growth or fluctuating storage requirements.

Reliability and Redundancy

SAS drives are known for their reliability and redundancy features. The interface supports features such as hot-swapping, which allows for drive replacement without system downtime. This ensures continuous operation and minimizes the risk of data loss or interruption in critical systems.

Compatibility with Existing Infrastructure

SAS is a widely adopted interface in the enterprise storage industry. The HPE P04525-B21 SSD's SAS interface ensures compatibility with existing infrastructure, making it easy to integrate into current systems without the need for significant modifications or upgrades. This compatibility enables users to leverage their existing investments and infrastructure while benefiting from the performance and reliability of SAS.

Support for Multiple Devices

The SAS interface supports the connection of multiple devices, allowing users to connect multiple drives or other SAS-enabled peripherals. This capability is particularly useful for users with complex storage requirements, such as data centers or server environments, where multiple drives need to be managed and accessed simultaneously.

Efficient Cable Management

The SAS interface utilizes a smaller and more manageable cable compared to other interfaces, such as parallel SCSI. This compact design enables efficient cable management, reducing clutter and improving airflow within the system. It also simplifies installation and maintenance procedures, saving time and effort for users.

Data Transfer Rate: 12GBPS

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD boasts an impressive data transfer rate of 12GBPS, providing users with high-speed performance and efficient data handling capabilities.

Fast Data Access

The 12GBPS data transfer rate ensures fast data access, allowing users to retrieve and process information quickly. This speed is particularly advantageous for applications that require rapid data retrieval, such as databases or real-time analytics. Users can experience minimal latency and delays, resulting in improved overall system performance.

Reduced Backup and Restore Times

The high data transfer rate of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD significantly reduces backup and restore times. With faster data transfer speeds, users can efficiently back up their data and restore it in case of system failures or data loss. This feature is particularly important for businesses that rely on regular backups to protect their critical data.

Support for High-Performance Applications

The 12GBPS data transfer rate makes the HPE P04525-B21 SSD suitable for high-performance applications that require rapid data processing and retrieval. These applications include virtualization, data warehousing, and online transaction processing. Users can experience seamless performance and responsiveness, even under heavy workloads.

Efficient Data Replication

The high data transfer rate enables efficient data replication between storage devices. Users can quickly and reliably replicate their data across multiple drives or systems, ensuring data availability and redundancy. This feature is particularly important for mission-critical applications that require continuous access to data and minimal downtime.

Improved System Responsiveness

The fast data transfer rate contributes to improved system responsiveness. Users can enjoy smooth multitasking and quick application launches, enhancing productivity and user experience. Regardless of the workload or the number of concurrent tasks, the HPE P04525-B21 SSD delivers consistent and reliable performance.

Future-Proofing

The 12GBPS data transfer rate provides future-proofing capabilities for users. As technology advances and higher-speed interfaces become more prevalent, the HPE P04525-B21 SSD ensures compatibility with future systems and infrastructure. Users can invest in this SSD with confidence, knowing that it will continue to deliver optimal performance in the long term.

Technology: MLC

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD utilizes MLC (Multi-Level Cell) technology, offering several benefits and importance for users' storage needs.

Cost-Effective Solution

MLC technology provides a cost-effective storage solution for users. Compared to SLC (Single-Level Cell) technology, MLC offers higher storage density, allowing for more data to be stored in the same physical space. This increased storage capacity per unit reduces the cost per gigabyte, making MLC-based SSDs a cost-effective option.

Improved Performance

MLC technology delivers improved performance compared to traditional HDDs (Hard Disk Drives). With faster read and write speeds, users can experience reduced application load times, faster file transfers, and smoother overall system performance. This enhanced performance is particularly beneficial for users who require high-speed data processing and access.

Durability and Longevity

MLC-based SSDs offer excellent durability and longevity. While not as robust as SLC-based SSDs, MLC technology still provides a high level of endurance for everyday use. Users can rely on the HPE P04525-B21 SSD to handle demanding workloads without premature wear or failure.

Energy Efficiency

MLC-based SSDs are known for their energy efficiency. Compared to traditional HDDs, which require spinning disks and moving parts, SSDs consume significantly less power. This energy efficiency not only reduces operating costs but also contributes to a greener and more environmentally friendly computing environment.

Compatibility with Consumer Electronics

MLC-based SSDs are widely used in consumer electronics devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The HPE P04525-B21 SSD's MLC technology ensures compatibility with these devices, allowing users to upgrade their storage capacity or replace their existing drives easily. This compatibility enhances the versatility of the SSD across different platforms.

Optimized for Mixed Workloads

MLC technology is well-suited for mixed workloads, where the drive needs to handle a combination of read and write operations. The HPE P04525-B21 SSD's MLC technology enables efficient management of such workloads, ensuring consistent performance and responsiveness.

Form Factor: 2.5 inch

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD features a 2.5-inch form factor, offering several benefits and importance for users' storage requirements.

Compatibility with Standard Drive Bays

The 2.5-inch form factor is widely used in standard drive bays, making the HPE P04525-B21 SSD compatible with a variety of systems and enclosures. This compatibility ensures easy integration into existing infrastructure without the need for additional modifications or adapters.

Space-Saving Design

The 2.5-inch form factor offers a space-saving design compared to larger form factors such as 3.5-inch drives. This compact size allows for more efficient use of physical storage space, making it ideal for systems with limited space or those requiring high-density storage configurations.

Portability

The smaller form factor of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD enhances portability. Users can easily swap or transfer the drive between systems or enclosures without hassle. This portability is particularly useful for users who require flexible storage solutions or frequently move their data across different devices.

Versatility

The 2.5-inch form factor offers versatility in terms of usage options. The HPE P04525-B21 SSD can be used in a variety of applications, including desktops, laptops, servers, and external storage enclosures. This versatility allows users to leverage the drive's performance and capacity across different computing environments.

Improved Airflow and Cooling

The smaller form factor of the 2.5-inch drive contributes to improved airflow and cooling within the system. With less space occupied by the drive, air can circulate more freely, dissipating heat more efficiently. This improved cooling helps maintain optimal operating temperatures and extends the lifespan of the drive.

Scalability and Expandability

The 2.5-inch form factor enables scalability and expandability for users. With its compact size, multiple drives can be easily installed in a single system, allowing for increased storage capacity without the need for additional physical space. This scalability is particularly beneficial for businesses with growing storage needs.

Hot Plug: 1

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD supports hot plug functionality, offering several benefits and importance for users' storage requirements.

Easy Maintenance

The hot plug feature allows users to replace or add drives while the system is still running, without the need for system shutdown or restart. This ease of maintenance simplifies drive installation or removal procedures, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation.

Flexibility in Drive Configuration

Hot plug support provides flexibility in drive configuration. Users can add or remove drives as needed, allowing for dynamic changes in storage capacity or RAID configurations. This flexibility enables users to adapt their storage setup to changing requirements without disrupting their existing system or workflow.

Reduced System Downtime

With hot plug functionality, users can replace a failed drive quickly, minimizing system downtime. In case of drive failure, the failed drive can be swapped out with a new one while the system is still running. This reduces the impact on productivity and ensures that critical data remains accessible without interruption.

Scalability and Expansion

The hot plug feature supports scalability and expansion. Users can easily add additional drives to accommodate growing storage needs or replace existing drives with higher-capacity ones. This scalability ensures that users can adapt to changing storage requirements without the need for significant system reconfiguration.

Improved Fault Tolerance

Hot plug support enhances fault tolerance in storage systems. In a RAID configuration, if a drive fails, the hot plug feature allows for quick replacement, minimizing the vulnerability window and reducing the risk of data loss or system failure. This improved fault tolerance is particularly crucial for mission-critical applications or systems that require high data availability.

Streamlined Maintenance Workflow

The hot plug functionality streamlines the maintenance workflow for IT administrators. With the ability to replace drives without system shutdown, administrators can perform routine maintenance tasks more efficiently. This feature is particularly beneficial for large-scale environments where managing and maintaining multiple drives is essential.

Smart Carrier: 1

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD comes with a smart carrier, providing several benefits and importance for users' storage needs.

Enhanced Drive Monitoring

The smart carrier allows for enhanced drive monitoring capabilities. Users can access detailed drive information, including health status, temperature, and usage statistics. This proactive monitoring helps identify potential issues or failures before they impact system performance or data integrity.

Improved Drive Management

The smart carrier simplifies drive management tasks. Users can easily identify and locate specific drives within a system, reducing the time and effort required for maintenance or troubleshooting. This improved drive management enhances overall system efficiency and minimizes human errors during drive replacement or configuration.

Compatibility with Smart Storage Solutions

The smart carrier is compatible with HPE's smart storage solutions, enabling seamless integration and management. Users can leverage the advanced features and capabilities of HPE's storage solutions, such as predictive analytics and automated monitoring, to optimize performance and ensure data reliability.

Enhanced Data Security

The smart carrier enhances data security by providing additional layers of authentication and encryption. Users can implement advanced security measures, such as drive-level encryption or access control, to protect their sensitive data from unauthorized access or theft. This feature is particularly important for industries that handle confidential or regulated information.

Efficient Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

The smart carrier facilitates efficient troubleshooting and diagnostics. In case of drive failures or errors, users can quickly identify the problematic drive using the smart carrier's diagnostic capabilities. This streamlined troubleshooting process reduces system downtime and simplifies the resolution of drive-related issues.

Optimized Drive Performance

The smart carrier enables optimized drive performance through intelligent monitoring and management. Users can fine-tune drive settings, such as power management or caching, to achieve the best performance for their specific workload. This optimization ensures that users can maximize the potential of the HPE P04525-B21 SSD.

For Server: 1

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD is designed specifically for server environments, offering several benefits and importance for users' storage needs.

Reliability and Durability

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD is built to withstand the demanding requirements of server environments. It offers exceptional reliability and durability, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy workloads or continuous operation. This reliability is crucial for servers that handle critical applications or store mission-critical data.

Optimized for Server Workloads

The HPE P04525-B21 SSD is optimized to handle server workloads efficiently. It delivers high-speed performance and low latency, making it suitable for applications that require