P19813-K21 HPE 1.92TB NVMe Smart Carrier Hot Plug Solid State Drive

Overview of SSD

The P19813-K21 HPE 1.92TB NVMe Smart Carrier Hot Plug Solid State Drive is a high-performance, enterprise-grade storage solution designed to deliver exceptional speed, reliability, and scalability for modern data centers and business-critical applications. Engineered by Hewlett Packard Enterprise, this SSD is part of the HPE NVMe Smart Carrier series, providing organizations with the ability to accelerate workloads, optimize storage infrastructure, and improve overall system responsiveness.

General Features

• Brand: HPE
• General Part Number: P19813-K21
• Device Type: Solid State Drive (SSD) - Hot-Swap
• Supported Platforms: HPE ProLiant Rack, Tower, BladeSystem, and Synergy Servers

Key Information

• Storage Capacity: 1.92TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Interface: NVMe U.3 PCIe
• Flash Memory: Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND
• Connection Type: Single Port
• Plug Type: Hot Pluggable
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier NVMe (SCN)
• Workload Suitability: Read-Intensive Applications
• Firmware Features: Digitally Signed Firmware (DS)
• Included Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier NVMe (SCN)
• Height: 15.00 mm (0.60 inch)

Performance Specifications

Write and Endurance Metrics

• 30 Days Writes: 5382
• Endurance (DWPD): 1.50 Drive Writes Per Day
• Data Transfer Rate: PCIe NVMe Interface

Sequential Throughput

• Max Sequential Read: 6200 MiB/s
• Max Sequential Write: 2800 MiB/s

Random Access Latency and IOPS

• Read Latency: 79 µSec (4KiB, Q1)
• Write Latency: 28 µSec (4KiB, Q1)
• Random Read IOPS: 205,000 (4KiB, Q=16)
• Random Write IOPS: 120,000 (4KiB, Q=16)
• Max Random Read IOPS: 850,000 (4KiB, Q=256)
• Max Random Write IOPS: 125,000 (4KiB, Q=64)

Expansion & Connectivity

Interface and Compatibility

• Interface: 1 x PCIe NVMe
• Compatible Drive Bay: 2.5-inch SFF

Power Consumption Details

Average and Peak Power Usage

• Idle Power: 4.40 Watts
• Random Read: 8.45 Watts
• Random Write: 10.75 Watts
• Sequential Read: 10.15 Watts
• Sequential Write: 10.92 Watts
• Combined Random Read/Write: 9.19 Watts
• Maximum Power: 10.92 Watts

Physical Dimensions

• Height: 5.75 inches (14.61 cm)
• Width: 8.63 inches (21.92 cm)
• Depth: 9.00 inches (22.86 cm)
• Weight: 1.508 lbs (0.68 kg)

Compatibility Information

Supported Server Models

• Designed for HPE ProLiant Gen8, Gen9, and Gen10 Servers

Features of the P19813-K21 NVMe SSD

High Storage Capacity

With a substantial 1.92TB capacity, the P19813-K21 SSD provides ample storage space to accommodate large datasets, virtual machines, and high-volume transaction logs. This capacity is particularly suitable for database-intensive applications, high-performance computing (HPC), and virtualization environments where large-scale data storage and rapid retrieval are required. The drive’s high capacity also reduces the need for multiple storage devices, simplifying data management and lowering total cost of ownership.

NVMe Technology for Superior Performance

Leveraging the Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) interface, the P19813-K21 SSD delivers significantly faster read and write speeds compared to traditional SAS or SATA-based storage solutions. NVMe drives communicate directly with the CPU over the PCIe bus, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput. This results in accelerated application performance, reduced data access times, and improved user experiences in real-time analytics, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing workloads.

Smart Carrier Integration

The SSD features the HPE Smart Carrier, which provides real-time monitoring of drive health, temperature, and performance metrics. This intelligent monitoring allows IT administrators to proactively manage storage infrastructure, detect potential failures, and ensure consistent system uptime. The Smart Carrier also facilitates secure drive handling and supports predictive failure analysis, contributing to enhanced reliability and long-term operational efficiency.

Hot-Plug Capability

Designed for enterprise environments, the hot-plug functionality of the P19813-K21 SSD allows the drive to be replaced or upgraded without powering down the server. This feature is critical in maintaining continuous operation in mission-critical applications, minimizing downtime, and improving service level agreements (SLAs). IT teams can perform maintenance, upgrades, or replacements seamlessly, ensuring that business operations remain uninterrupted.

Performance and Reliability

High Input/Output Operations per Second (IOPS)

The P19813-K21 SSD is engineered to deliver high IOPS, enabling rapid processing of large volumes of random read/write operations. This capability is essential for database applications, transactional workloads, and virtualized environments that demand consistent high-speed access to storage resources. By minimizing latency and maximizing throughput, this NVMe SSD enhances overall system performance and reduces bottlenecks in critical workflows.

Low Latency and Fast Data Access

With NVMe technology and optimized firmware, the P19813-K21 SSD ensures ultra-low latency, allowing enterprises to access data in microseconds. Low latency is particularly valuable for financial services, real-time analytics, and AI/ML applications where rapid decision-making relies on instant access to large datasets. The drive’s performance helps organizations accelerate computational tasks and improve response times across various workloads.

Enterprise-Grade Endurance and Reliability

HPE’s P19813-K21 SSD is built to withstand intensive workloads, offering high endurance and reliability for long-term deployment. It features advanced error correction, wear leveling, and over-provisioning technologies to extend the lifespan of the drive while maintaining data integrity. These enterprise-grade reliability features make it suitable for continuous operation in high-demand environments, ensuring consistent performance and minimal risk of data loss.

Compatibility and Integration

Seamless Integration with HPE Servers

The P19813-K21 SSD is designed for seamless compatibility with HPE ProLiant and HPE Apollo server lines. It integrates effortlessly into existing HPE storage infrastructures, leveraging native management tools such as HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator, and HPE OneView. This integration ensures simplified deployment, streamlined management, and optimized system performance without the need for extensive configuration or additional hardware.

Support for Standard NVMe Protocols

By adhering to standard NVMe specifications, the P19813-K21 SSD offers broad compatibility with a variety of enterprise storage solutions and third-party NVMe-ready servers. This flexibility allows organizations to deploy high-speed storage solutions across diverse environments, including hyper-converged infrastructure, private cloud, and hybrid storage architectures. Standard NVMe support also ensures future-proofing, enabling enterprises to adopt emerging technologies without compatibility concerns.

Enhanced Security Features

The drive includes built-in security features to protect sensitive data, including support for secure erase, encryption, and compliance with enterprise security standards. These features are critical for organizations that handle confidential information, financial records, or personally identifiable information (PII). By providing robust data protection, the P19813-K21 SSD helps meet regulatory compliance requirements while safeguarding mission-critical workloads.

Use Cases and Applications

Database Acceleration

High-performance databases benefit significantly from the speed and low latency of the P19813-K21 NVMe SSD. Enterprise database applications, including SQL, Oracle, and NoSQL systems, experience faster query execution, reduced transaction times, and improved throughput. The drive’s high IOPS and sustained performance ensure databases can handle heavy workloads without performance degradation, making it ideal for large-scale transaction processing and analytics.

Virtualization and Cloud Computing

Virtualized environments rely heavily on fast, reliable storage to deliver optimal performance for multiple virtual machines. The P19813-K21 SSD provides the speed and endurance required to support dense virtualization, enabling organizations to consolidate servers, reduce latency, and enhance user experiences. Cloud service providers also benefit from its scalable storage capacity, high-speed access, and hot-plug functionality for uninterrupted cloud operations.

High-Performance Computing (HPC) and AI Workloads

The P19813-K21 SSD is ideal for high-performance computing and artificial intelligence workloads that demand rapid data processing and minimal latency. Its NVMe architecture and enterprise-grade endurance allow HPC clusters and AI platforms to perform complex computations efficiently. This results in faster model training, quicker simulations, and accelerated scientific research, giving organizations a competitive edge in data-intensive environments.

Real-Time Analytics and Data Streaming

Organizations leveraging real-time analytics, IoT data processing, or video streaming benefit from the P19813-K21’s high-speed, low-latency storage. The SSD ensures timely access to streaming data, enabling immediate insights, predictive analytics, and responsive decision-making. Its reliability and endurance make it well-suited for continuous, high-volume data ingestion and real-time monitoring applications.

Proactive Drive Health Monitoring

The HPE Smart Carrier embedded in the P19813-K21 SSD offers proactive monitoring of drive health, including temperature, power cycles, wear indicators, and error counts. IT administrators can identify potential issues before they affect operations, schedule maintenance, and ensure consistent system availability. This proactive approach reduces unexpected downtime, extends drive life, and enhances overall infrastructure reliability.

Seamless Firmware Updates

Firmware updates for the P19813-K21 SSD are designed to be easily deployed through HPE management tools without disrupting ongoing operations. Regular firmware updates ensure compatibility with the latest hardware and software enhancements, optimize performance, and address any potential security vulnerabilities. This simplifies maintenance while keeping storage systems current and efficient.

Hot-Swap and Serviceability

Thanks to hot-plug capabilities, IT teams can replace or upgrade the SSD without shutting down the server or disrupting workloads. This feature ensures high availability and business continuity, particularly in critical environments such as financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce. Serviceability is further enhanced by tool-less drive installation and easy-to-read LED indicators, enabling rapid identification and replacement of drives as needed.

Technical Specifications and Architecture

Form Factor and Interface

The P19813-K21 SSD features a 2.5-inch form factor compatible with standard enterprise server bays. It utilizes a PCIe Gen3/Gen4 NVMe interface, delivering high throughput and low latency across demanding workloads. Its compact design allows for efficient server rack utilization, supporting high-density storage deployments without compromising performance or reliability.

Endurance and MTBF

Engineered for enterprise workloads, the P19813-K21 SSD provides high endurance with a substantial drive write per day (DWPD) rating. The Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) ensures exceptional reliability over extended periods of continuous operation. These characteristics make it suitable for environments with intensive read/write operations, large-scale virtualization, and high-performance computing demands.

Power Efficiency and Thermal Management

The drive is optimized for power efficiency, reducing overall energy consumption in data centers while maintaining peak performance. Advanced thermal management features prevent overheating and thermal throttling, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy workloads. Efficient power usage and thermal control contribute to lower operational costs and improved data center sustainability.

Comparisons and Differentiators

Compared to SATA SSDs

Unlike traditional SATA SSDs, the P19813-K21 NVMe drive offers dramatically higher performance with faster sequential and random read/write speeds. NVMe’s direct CPU communication reduces latency, enhances throughput, and supports higher IOPS, making it the preferred choice for enterprise workloads that demand real-time data access and high-speed processing.

Compared to SAS SSDs

While SAS SSDs provide reliable enterprise storage, the P19813-K21 NVMe SSD outperforms SAS in terms of latency, bandwidth, and scalability. NVMe’s architecture allows multiple queues and commands, which translates into superior efficiency for multi-threaded applications and virtualization platforms. Enterprises seeking top-tier performance, reduced bottlenecks, and faster application responsiveness will benefit from NVMe over SAS.

Scalability Advantages

The P19813-K21 SSD enables scalable storage solutions for growing enterprises. Its high capacity, combined with hot-plug and management capabilities, allows IT teams to expand storage infrastructure without downtime. Organizations can scale workloads, integrate additional drives, and meet increasing data demands efficiently, ensuring the storage environment remains flexible and future-ready.

Reduced Latency, Increased Productivity

By significantly reducing latency and improving data access speeds, the P19813-K21 NVMe SSD enhances overall productivity. Applications load faster, transactions complete more quickly, and real-time insights become more actionable. This translates into measurable business benefits, including improved operational efficiency, faster decision-making, and better user experiences.

Future-Proof Technology

The drive’s NVMe interface, standard compliance, and compatibility with HPE servers make it a future-proof solution for evolving enterprise workloads. Organizations adopting the P19813-K21 SSD can confidently expand their storage capabilities, support emerging technologies, and maintain high performance in next-generation computing environments without significant infrastructure changes.

Environmental and Compliance Considerations

Energy Efficiency

The P19813-K21 SSD is designed with energy efficiency in mind, contributing to reduced data center power consumption and operational costs. Its low-power operation and thermal optimization align with sustainable IT practices, supporting green initiatives and corporate responsibility goals.

Regulatory Compliance

The drive meets global regulatory standards for safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and environmental compliance. These certifications ensure that the SSD can be deployed in diverse regions and enterprise environments without legal or operational concerns. Compliance with industry standards also ensures reliability, safety, and long-term performance consistency.

Optimized for Business-Critical Applications

The P19813-K21 HPE 1.92TB NVMe Smart Carrier Hot Plug Solid State Drive is purpose-built for demanding enterprise workloads, providing unmatched performance, reliability, and flexibility. Its combination of NVMe speed, high endurance, hot-plug capability, and intelligent monitoring makes it a strategic investment for organizations seeking to optimize IT infrastructure, accelerate workloads, and maintain continuous operations.