P48134-001 HPE 480GB SSD SATA 6GBPS TLC Server Read Intensive

HPE P48134-001 480GB SATA 6G Read Intensive SSD

Product Overview

The HPE P48134-001 is a high-performance 480GB SATA 6Gbps Read Intensive Solid State Drive designed specifically for enterprise storage environments. This 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) drive utilizes Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND flash technology with a Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) SC form factor, delivering exceptional reliability and data security for read-intensive workloads.

Key Features and Benefits

Performance Excellence

Engineered for demanding enterprise applications, the HPE P48134-001 delivers consistent high performance with optimized read speeds that significantly outperform traditional hard disk drives. The SATA 6Gbps interface ensures maximum compatibility with existing server infrastructure while providing substantial performance improvements for read-centric operations.

Optimized for Read-Intensive Workloads

This SSD is specifically designed to excel in environments where read operations dominate, such as web serving, content delivery networks, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and database query operations. The advanced flash management algorithms ensure sustained performance even under heavy read workloads.

Enhanced Endurance with TLC Technology

Utilizing advanced Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND flash, this drive offers an optimal balance of capacity, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Sophisticated wear-leveling algorithms and over-provisioning extend the drive's lifespan, making it suitable for 24/7 enterprise operations.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

The HPE P48134-001 is built to meet the rigorous demands of data center environments with enhanced error correction, power-loss protection, and comprehensive monitoring capabilities that ensure data integrity and system stability.

Advanced Data Protection

With built-in power-loss protection circuitry, the drive safeguards data in transit during unexpected power failures. Advanced ECC (Error Correction Code) technology detects and corrects more errors than standard consumer SSDs, maintaining data integrity throughout the drive's lifespan.

Comprehensive Health Monitoring

Integrated SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) capabilities provide early warning of potential issues, allowing for proactive maintenance and replacement before failure occurs. HPE's unique firmware adds additional health monitoring specific to enterprise environments.

Technical Specifications

Physical Specifications

The HPE P48134-001 features a standard 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design with a 7mm z-height, ensuring compatibility with most server and storage systems. The drive utilizes a SATA 6Gbps interface with standard SATA power and data connectors for straightforward integration.

Form Factor and Dimensions

This drive conforms to the 2.5-inch Small Form Factor standard with dimensions of 100.2mm x 69.85mm x 7mm. The compact design allows for high-density storage configurations in limited space environments.

Interface and Connectors

Equipped with a standard SATA 6Gbps (SATA III) interface, the drive delivers maximum theoretical transfer speeds of up to 600MB/s. The interface maintains backward compatibility with SATA 3Gbps and SATA 1.5Gbps systems for flexible deployment options.

Performance Specifications

The HPE P48134-001 delivers exceptional performance characteristics optimized for read-intensive applications, with sustained read operations significantly outperforming write operations as designed for its intended workload profile.

Sequential Read/Write Performance

With sequential read speeds of up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 510MB/s, this drive provides responsive performance for large file operations and data streaming applications.

Random Read/Write Performance

The drive excels in random read operations with up to 97,000 IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), while delivering up to 32,000 IOPS for random write operations, making it ideal for database queries and server applications.

Endurance and Reliability Specifications

Enterprise-grade components and advanced flash management ensure the HPE P48134-001 meets the demanding reliability requirements of 24/7 operation in data center environments.

TBW (Total Bytes Written) Rating

With a TBW rating of 1,095 terabytes written over its lifespan, this drive offers substantial endurance for read-intensive applications, equivalent to writing the entire drive capacity approximately twice daily for five years.

MTBF and Warranty

The drive features an impressive 2,000,000 hour Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating and is backed by HPE's standard warranty, providing peace of mind for critical deployments.

Use Cases and Applications

Data Center Storage

The HPE P48134-001 is ideally suited for data center storage applications where read performance is prioritized, including boot drives, application hosting, and frequently accessed data repositories.

Server Boot Drives

As a boot drive for servers, this SSD significantly reduces system startup times and improves overall server responsiveness compared to traditional hard drives, while maintaining compatibility with existing server infrastructure.

Application Acceleration

For applications with predominantly read-oriented access patterns, such as web servers, file servers, and database servers, this drive provides substantial performance improvements without the premium cost of write-intensive SSDs.

Virtualization Environments

In virtualized infrastructure, the HPE P48134-001 delivers excellent performance for host operating systems, virtual machine images, and application data where read operations dominate the workload.

VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)

For VDI deployments, this drive efficiently handles the boot storms and concurrent user access patterns typical in virtual desktop environments, providing responsive user experiences while optimizing storage costs.

Hypervisor Storage

As storage for hypervisor installations and virtual machine templates, the drive offers fast deployment times and responsive management operations, enhancing overall virtualization platform efficiency.

Compatibility and Integration

HPE Server Compatibility

The HPE P48134-001 is certified for use across a wide range of HPE server platforms, including ProLiant, Apollo, and Synergy systems, with firmware optimized for HPE's storage controllers and management software.

ProLiant Server Series

Fully compatible with HPE ProLiant DL, ML, and BL server families, this drive integrates seamlessly with HPE Smart Array controllers and is manageable through HPE iLO and System Management Homepage.

HPE Storage Systems

Designed for integration with HPE storage systems including MSA, StoreVirtual, and StoreEasy platforms, the drive benefits from HPE's extensive compatibility testing and validation processes.

Third-Party Compatibility

While optimized for HPE environments, the HPE P48134-001 maintains standard SATA interface compatibility with non-HPE systems, though some advanced management features may require HPE-specific software or firmware.

Industry Standard Compliance

The drive complies with SATA-IO specifications and follows industry standards for SATA devices, ensuring basic functionality across compatible systems regardless of manufacturer.

Advanced Features

Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) Security

The HPE P48134-001 includes hardware-based encryption capabilities that protect data at rest without impacting performance, meeting security requirements for sensitive enterprise data.

TCG Enterprise Compliance

Compliant with TCG (Trusted Computing Group) Enterprise specifications, the drive's encryption features integrate with enterprise security management frameworks for comprehensive data protection.

Instant Secure Erase

The drive supports Instant Secure Erase functionality, allowing for rapid cryptographic sanitization by erasing the encryption key rather than overwriting data, enabling secure decommissioning or repurposing of storage media.

Power Efficiency

Compared to traditional hard drives, the HPE P48134-001 consumes significantly less power during both active operation and idle states, contributing to reduced energy costs and improved power utilization effectiveness in data centers.

Active and Idle Power Consumption

With typical active power consumption under 3.5 watts and idle power under 1 watt, this SSD generates less heat and reduces cooling requirements compared to mechanical alternatives.

Environmental Benefits

The lower power consumption of SSDs translates to reduced carbon footprint and operating costs, making them an environmentally conscious choice for sustainable IT operations.