741155-B21 HPE SSD 400GB SAS-12GBPS Sff Sc Enterprise Performance Hot-Swap

Enterprise-Class Performance and Reliability

The HPE 741155-B21 SSD provides enterprise-grade performance that meets the rigorous demands of modern storage infrastructure. Leveraging SAS-12Gbps connectivity, it achieves high throughput and exceptional Input/Output Operations Per Second (IOPS), supporting the most data-intensive workloads. Its low latency architecture ensures rapid response times, reducing bottlenecks in multi-user and high-transaction environments.

High-Speed SAS-12Gbps Interface

The 12Gbps SAS interface enables seamless integration with HPE ProLiant servers and other enterprise-grade storage platforms. Compared to traditional SATA SSDs, SAS 12Gbps drives offer enhanced reliability and superior error correction capabilities. This interface ensures continuous high-speed data transfer, making it ideal for applications requiring consistent performance, such as virtualization clusters, ERP systems, and large-scale database environments.

Optimized for Enterprise Workloads

The 400GB capacity of the HPE 741155-B21 is optimized for enterprise workloads that require high-speed storage without sacrificing endurance. Whether it’s running large-scale databases, analytical workloads, or virtualized servers, this SSD ensures that data is quickly accessible, enabling businesses to maintain high levels of operational efficiency. Additionally, its consistent performance helps prevent latency spikes, a common challenge in multi-tenant server environments.

Hot-Swap Design and Small Form Factor

The HPE 741155-B21 SSD features a hot-swap design, allowing administrators to replace or upgrade drives without powering down the server. This minimizes downtime and ensures uninterrupted operations, which is critical for enterprise IT infrastructures. The Small Form Factor (SFF) design further enhances server density, allowing more drives per chassis and maximizing storage capacity within limited rack space.

Enhanced Data Protection and Reliability

Data integrity is a core feature of the HPE 741155-B21. The SSD is equipped with advanced error correction code (ECC) technology and power-loss protection mechanisms. These features safeguard against unexpected failures and ensure that data is preserved even during sudden power interruptions. End-to-end data protection makes this SSD highly suitable for critical workloads that cannot tolerate data loss or corruption.

Power-Loss Protection

The built-in power-loss protection mechanism ensures that in the event of an unexpected outage, all cached data is safely written to NAND flash, preventing potential data loss. This feature is essential for maintaining enterprise-level data integrity and reducing risk in high-availability environments.

Advanced Error Correction and Wear-Leveling

With advanced ECC algorithms and wear-leveling technology, the HPE 741155-B21 SSD maintains consistent performance over its entire lifespan. Wear-leveling ensures that all NAND cells are evenly utilized, extending the drive’s endurance and preventing premature failures. This technology is particularly important for write-intensive enterprise applications.

Compatibility and Integration

The HPE 741155-B21 is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant servers, HPE Synergy infrastructure, and a wide range of HPE storage arrays. Its plug-and-play design allows for straightforward deployment, reducing installation time and operational complexity. Additionally, firmware-level integration with HPE storage management tools enables administrators to monitor drive health, manage firmware updates, and optimize performance efficiently.

Server and Storage Array Integration

This SSD seamlessly integrates with HPE Smart Array Controllers, providing administrators with advanced storage management capabilities. Features such as RAID configuration, real-time health monitoring, and predictive failure analysis enhance overall system reliability and uptime.

Firmware and Monitoring Tools

HPE provides comprehensive tools for monitoring and managing the 741155-B21 SSD. Through HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA), administrators can perform diagnostics, manage firmware updates, and configure drive parameters to optimize performance. This integration ensures proactive maintenance and maximizes the lifespan of the storage infrastructure.

Performance Metrics and Specifications

The HPE 741155-B21 SSD is engineered for high-performance environments. Key performance metrics include low latency, high sequential read/write speeds, and exceptional random IOPS. These specifications make it suitable for a wide range of enterprise applications, from virtualization and cloud computing to mission-critical database systems.

Sequential and Random Performance

With sequential read speeds up to 2,100 MB/s and write speeds of approximately 1,400 MB/s, the HPE 741155-B21 ensures rapid data access for large files. Random read/write performance exceeds 400,000 IOPS, supporting concurrent access by multiple virtual machines and applications without performance degradation.

Endurance and Reliability Ratings

The SSD offers impressive endurance ratings, measured in drive writes per day (DWPD), making it suitable for write-intensive workloads. With a robust Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of over 2 million hours, this drive guarantees reliable operation over extended periods. Coupled with its advanced ECC and wear-leveling, it provides long-term, dependable performance for enterprise environments.

Benefits of Deploying HPE 741155-B21 SSDs

Investing in the HPE 741155-B21 SSD brings numerous benefits to enterprise storage environments:

Improved Application Performance

With high IOPS and low latency, enterprise applications run faster and more efficiently. This results in quicker transaction processing, better virtualization performance, and improved overall IT responsiveness.

Enhanced Data Reliability and Availability

Enterprise-class reliability features such as ECC, wear-leveling, and power-loss protection reduce the risk of data loss and ensure continuous access to critical business information.

Scalable Storage Solutions

The SFF hot-swap design allows businesses to expand their storage capacity easily. As data demands grow, additional drives can be added without disrupting existing operations.

Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

Although enterprise SSDs may come at a higher upfront cost, the durability, performance, and reduced downtime associated with the HPE 741155-B21 SSD ultimately lead to a lower total cost of ownership over the drive’s lifecycle.