P48072-001 HPE 7.68TB NVMe BC U.3 MV Read Intensive SFF Solid State Drive

HPE P48072-001 7.68TB NVMe SFF SSD 

The HPE P48072-001 7.68TB NVMe BC U.3 MV Read Intensive SFF SSD belongs to a high-capacity, performance-optimized enterprise solid state drive category engineered for modern data centers. This class of storage devices is purpose-built to support latency-sensitive, read-heavy workloads while maintaining consistent throughput under sustained operations. Leveraging the NVMe protocol over a U.3 interface, these drives deliver superior parallelism, lower command overhead, and significantly faster data access compared to legacy SATA and SAS-based solutions.

Product Identity

• Brand: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Part Number: P48072-001
• Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive

High-Capacity Architecture

• Massive 7.68TB storage capacity for data-heavy workloads
• Optimized for applications that demand frequent data access
• Reduced need for multiple drives, simplifying storage management

Form Factor and Carrier Configuration

• Small Form Factor (SFF) design for enterprise servers
• Bundled with HPE Basic Carrier (BC) for secure installation
• Hot-plug capable for maintenance without downtime

Interface Advantages

• NVMe protocol minimizes I/O latency
• U.3 interface supports flexible storage backplane designs
• Enhanced queue depth for parallel processing

Enterprise Data Protection Features

• End-to-end data path protection
• Power-loss protection for in-flight data
• Advanced ECC and media error handling
• Predictive failure monitoring via HPE tools

Sequential Performance Metrics

• Sequential read speeds up to 5900 MiB/s
• Sequential write speeds up to 3650 MiB/s

Cooling and Airflow Considerations

• Optimized for front-to-back server airflow
• Low thermal footprint despite high throughput
• Stable operation in continuous-duty environments

Serviceability and Maintenance

• Tool-less installation with HPE carrier
• Reduced maintenance windows
• Improved operational continuity

Supported Environments

• HPE ProLiant rack and tower servers
• Software-defined storage solutions
• Virtualization platforms and hypervisors
• Enterprise operating systems and containerized workloads

Ideal Use Case Scenarios

• Data analytics and reporting platforms
• Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
• High-performance databases with read-heavy access patterns
• Enterprise applications requiring fast and consistent storage

HPE P48072-001 7.68TB NVMe SSD

The HPE P48072-001 7.68TB NVMe BC U.3 Mixed Vendor Read Intensive SFF SSD is engineered to address the growing demand for ultra-fast, reliable, and scalable storage within enterprise IT infrastructures. Built to support data-driven workloads, this solid state drive delivers exceptional throughput, low latency, and consistent performance, making it a strong choice for servers that process large volumes of read-focused operations.

The Critical Role of Drive Endurance (DWPD/TBW)

The HPE P48072-001, as a read-intensive model, typically features a lower DWPD rating (e.g., 0.5-1 DWPD) compared to mixed-use (3-5 DWPD) or write-intensive (10+ DWPD) drives. This is not a limitation but a deliberate design optimization. By utilizing high-quality 3D TLC (Triple-Level Cell) or similarly advanced NAND flash, these drives provide ample endurance for read-heavy workloads while significantly reducing cost and power consumption per gigabyte. For applications like data warehousing, web content delivery, or virtual desktops, this endurance profile is perfectly matched, preventing over-provisioning and unnecessary capital expenditure.