HPE 872889-001 SATA 6GBPS 480GB Read Intensive SFF Solid State Drive

HPE 872889-001 480GB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD

The HPE 872889-001 is a high-performance 480GB 2.5-inch Serial ATA (SATA) Solid State Drive, designed to meet the demanding requirements of enterprise data centers. Engineered for read-intensive workloads, this SSD delivers exceptional reliability, fast data access, and mission-critical endurance for HP ProLiant servers across Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 platforms.

Product Of Specifications

• Brand: HPE
• Part Number: 872889-001
• Capacity: 480GB
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Optimal Workload: Read-Intensive (RI)

Interface Storage and Capacity

• Interface: Serial ATA (SATA)
• Transfer Speed: 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Hot-Plug Capability: Compatible with HP Smart Drive carriers
• Supported Servers: HP ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, Gen10

Performance Metrics

• Random Read IOPS: 60,000
• Random Write IOPS: 15,500
• Average Latency: 155 µs

• Genuine HP firmware and serial number authenticity
• Durable operation under read-intensive workloads
• Seamless integration with ProLiant server systems

Applications and Ideal Use Cases

Data Center and Enterprise Environments

• Database storage for frequent read-access workloads
• Virtualization platforms requiring high-performance storage
• Enterprise applications demanding fast, reliable SSD storage

Server Optimization

• Seamless integration with HP ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, Gen10 servers
• Hot-plug support for uninterrupted server operations
• High-speed SATA interface to accelerate data transfer

Product Authenticity

• Genuine HP serial number for each SSD
• Firmware verified for HP mission-critical standards
• Full compatibility assurance with supported HP server generations

Form Factor and Interface

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Interface: SATA 6Gbps

Capacity and Performance

• Capacity: 480GB
• Sequential Read: Up to 550 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 500 MB/s
• Random Read IOPS: Up to 90,000
• Random Write IOPS: Optimized for read-intensive operations

Reliability and Endurance

• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): Enterprise-grade reliability
• Power-Loss Protection: Yes
• Advanced ECC and Wear-Leveling: Yes

HPE 872889-001 SATA 6GBPS 480GB Read Intensive SFF SSD

The HPE 872889-001 SATA 6GBPS 480GB Read Intensive SFF Solid State Drive (SSD) is engineered for enterprises and data centers that demand high reliability, superior performance, and optimized storage capacity. Designed with a small form factor (SFF) and advanced SATA 6Gbps interface, this drive delivers accelerated read-intensive workloads, making it ideal for applications such as database analytics, virtualization, cloud storage, and web servers.

Performance Specifications

Sequential Read and Write Speeds

The HPE 872889-001 SSD offers impressive sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 500 MB/s. These speeds ensure that large datasets can be retrieved and stored with minimal delay, improving the responsiveness of enterprise applications and virtualized workloads.

Random Read and Write Performance

Equipped to handle intensive random read operations, this SSD provides up to 90,000 IOPS for 4K random reads, significantly enhancing performance for applications requiring frequent access to small data blocks. Random write performance is optimized for read-intensive tasks, ensuring stable and predictable throughput even under heavy workloads.

Design and Build Quality

Small Form Factor (SFF) Advantages

The SFF design (2.5-inch) of the HPE 872889-001 allows for higher storage density and flexibility in server configurations. The compact size makes it easier to integrate multiple drives within a single server chassis, maximizing storage without compromising system airflow or cooling efficiency.

Durability and Enterprise Reliability

Engineered with enterprise-grade NAND flash memory, the drive is resilient to wear and supports advanced error correction, ensuring long-term operational stability. The HPE SSD also includes power-loss protection to safeguard data during unexpected outages, reducing the risk of data corruption.

Thermal and Power Management

Efficient thermal management ensures the drive operates within optimal temperature ranges, minimizing heat-related performance throttling. Additionally, the HPE 872889-001 consumes low power during idle and active states, contributing to energy-efficient data center operations.

Compatibility and Integration

This SSD is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant and Blade System servers, ensuring seamless integration and optimized performance when deployed in enterprise infrastructures. Firmware and software tools from HPE facilitate easy monitoring, firmware updates, and system health tracking. The drive supports a broad range of operating systems including Windows Server, Linux distributions, and VMware ESXi. This flexibility makes it suitable for hybrid IT environments where multiple OS platforms coexist.

Deployment in Virtualization and Cloud Environments

Designed to support virtualized workloads and cloud storage applications, the HPE 872889-001 SSD enhances VM performance by delivering fast, reliable read access. Its consistent low latency ensures smooth operation for multiple virtual machines running on shared storage arrays.

Use Cases and Applications

Database Management

The drive's high read speeds and low latency make it ideal for database applications where frequent query operations require rapid access to stored data. It supports relational databases, NoSQL databases, and in-memory caching systems efficiently.

Web Servers and Content Delivery

Optimized for read-heavy web server environments, this SSD accelerates content delivery by ensuring rapid retrieval of website data, media files, and application content. Businesses can achieve faster page load times and improved user experience.

Virtualization Workloads

The HPE 872889-001 SSD enhances virtual machine performance in dense virtualization deployments. Its consistent throughput and high IOPS capabilities minimize VM boot times and reduce storage bottlenecks in hyper converged infrastructures.

Cloud Storage and Backup Solutions

Cloud service providers and enterprise backup solutions benefit from the drive's reliability and read-intensive optimization. It ensures quick access to large volumes of backup and archival data while maintaining system efficiency and operational uptime.

Data Integrity and Error Correction

The drive includes advanced error-correcting codes (ECC) that automatically detect and correct data errors during read and write operations. This ensures high data integrity, reducing the risk of corruption in critical applications.

Hot-Swappable Design

The SFF form factor supports hot-swapping, allowing administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down servers. This feature minimizes downtime, supporting high-availability environments and 24/7 operations.

Comparing HPE 872889-001 with Other SSD Options

Read-Intensive vs. Mixed-Use Drives

Unlike mixed-use or write-intensive SSDs, the HPE 872889-001 is optimized for read-heavy workloads. Enterprises with analytics, content delivery, or virtualization demands benefit from the drive's superior read performance without overpaying for write-intensive capabilities they don’t require.

Performance vs. Cost Efficiency

This SSD balances performance with cost efficiency, offering enterprises a high-speed storage solution without the premium price of ultra-high-end write-intensive SSDs. It provides predictable performance and lower total cost of ownership (TCO) in large-scale deployments.

Enterprise Reliability Factors

Compared to consumer-grade SSDs, the HPE 872889-001 delivers superior endurance, power-loss protection, and thermal management. These features are critical for mission-critical data centers and enterprise IT environments where reliability cannot be compromised.

Technical Advantages

The HPE 872889-001 SATA 6GBPS 480GB Read Intensive SFF SSD provides a reliable, high-performance storage solution for enterprises. Its read-optimized design, compact form factor, and seamless HPE ecosystem integration make it a top choice for data centers seeking efficiency, performance, and cost-effective storage.