P48228-001 HPE 480GB SATA 6GBPS Hot-swap Read Intensive 3.5Inch Solid State Drive

HPE P48228-001 480GB SATA 6GBPS SSD

The HPE P48228-001 480GB SATA 6GBPS hot-swap solid state drive is engineered to support read-focused enterprise workloads where consistency, efficiency, and predictable performance are critical. Designed around Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND flash technology, this SSD balances capacity and endurance while maintaining low latency access for frequently read data sets.

Product Information

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Part Number: P48228-001
• Device Type: Hot-swap capable internal SSD

Technical Specifications

• Interface Type: SATA III
• Interface Speed: SATA 6Gb/s
• Maximum External Transfer Rate: Up to 600 Mbps
• Supported Drive Bay: 3.5-inch LFF

Sequential and Sustained Throughput

• Internal Sequential Read Speed: Up to 510 Mbps
• Internal Sequential Write Speed: Up to 300 Mbps

Random I/O Performance Metrics

• 4KB Random Read Performance: Up to 63,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write Performance: Up to 15,000 IOPS

Drive Classification and Endurance Profile

• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 0.5
• Total Endurance Rating: 430 TB Written
• Usage Category: Read Intensive

Benefits of Reduced Energy Demand

• Lower operational costs in multi-drive server configurations
• Reduced heat output contributing to improved airflow
• Enhanced system stability in high-density racks

Supported Server Configurations Include

• DL360 Gen10 Entry, Low, Plus, and Performance models
• DL360 Gen10 Network Choice variants
• DL360 Gen10 Compute Server for Cohesity Data Platform
• DL360 Gen10 All-Flash Server for Datera
• DL360 Gen10 All-Flash Server for Weka
• DL360 Gen10 Plus All-NVMe Server for Software-Defined Storage
• DL360 Gen10 for SAP HANA Compute Block

Ideal Applications

• Boot and application volumes in virtualized environments
• Read-heavy databases and analytics workloads
• Content distribution and caching layers
• Software-defined storage nodes

Understanding the Read-Intensive SSD Niche

Enterprise SSDs are segmented by their workload endurance, typically classified as Read-Intensive (RI), Mixed-Use (MU), or Write-Intensive (WI). The HPE P48228-001 falls squarely into the Read-Intensive category, a designation that dictates its underlying NAND flash technology, over-provisioning, and controller firmware.

The Technology Behind Read Optimization

Read-intensive SSDs leverage high-quality Multi-Level Cell (MLC) or 3D NAND TLC (Triple-Level Cell) flash memory, optimized for scenarios where data is written once and read many times. The primary advantage is a superior cost-to-capacity ratio while maintaining high random read performance and predictable latency. The drive's controller and firmware are tuned to prioritize read queue depths and sustain read throughput, ensuring data is delivered to the CPU with minimal delay. This makes them ideal for hosting operating systems, applications, libraries, and frequently accessed datasets where write cycles are predictable and less frequent.

Comparative Endurance: DWPD and TBW

A key metric for enterprise SSDs is endurance, expressed as Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) or Total Bytes Written (TBW). A read-intensive drive like the HPE P48228-001 typically offers a DWPD rating in the range of 0.5 to 1 over its warranty period (commonly 3 or 5 years). This means you can completely write the drive's capacity (480GB) 0.5 to 1 times every day for the warranty duration. While lower than a write-intensive model (which may offer 3-10 DWPD), this is perfectly aligned with workloads where write operations constitute less than 20% of total I/O.

Form Factor and Interface: 3.5-inch SATA 6GBPS 

The 3.5-inch form factor is a significant feature, as it allows for direct, drop-in replacement of traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) in existing server and storage array bays. This enables seamless technology refreshes, dramatically boosting performance without altering chassis or backplane infrastructure. The SATA 6Gbps (SATA III) interface, while not the fastest available (compared to SAS or NVMe), provides a robust, universally compatible, and cost-effective pathway that saturates the bandwidth needs of many read-centric applications, making it a practical choice for large-scale deployments.

Hot-Swap Capability: The Foundation of Uptime

The hot-swap functionality is non-negotiable in an enterprise setting. It allows for the drive to be safely removed and replaced while the server or storage system remains powered on and operational. This is critical for maintaining service level agreements (SLAs), performing proactive maintenance, and swiftly handling drive failures without incurring costly downtime. The HPE P48228-001 is designed with this hot-swap ecosystem in mind, ensuring smooth integration with HPE's array management software and hardware.

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

VDI "boot storms," where hundreds of virtual desktops start simultaneously, generate massive random read operations. A tier of HPE P48228-001 drives can absorb these storms, delivering a consistent and responsive desktop experience for end-users. They are ideal for hosting the linked clone images or gold master images.

HPE Smart Array Controller Synergy

When paired with an HPE Smart Array controller (e.g., the HPE Smart Array E208i-p, P408i-a, or similar), the drive's management is unified within the HPE system. The controller's firmware works in concert with the SSD's built-in monitoring, enabling advanced features like HPE Smart SSD Wear Gauge technology. This provides proactive health alerts, predicting end-of-life based on actual wear, not just time in service.

HPE iLO and System Management

Drive status, temperature, S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) data, and predictive failure alerts are surfaced directly through the HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) management interface. This allows IT administrators to monitor drive health remotely, plan maintenance, and prevent unexpected failures from impacting business operations, all from a single pane of glass.

Firmware

HPE qualifies specific firmware versions for its drives to ensure stability, performance, and compatibility within its server platforms. Using the HPE P48228-001 provided firmware and drivers through the HPE Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) eliminates guesswork and reduces the risk of compatibility issues that can arise with generic, third-party SSDs.

Reliability

Enterprise procurement decisions hinge on reliability and TCO, not just upfront purchase price. The HPE P48228-001 is engineered for continuous operation in climate-controlled data centers. It features enhanced error correction, power-loss protection (or analogous data integrity features common in enterprise SATA SSDs), and robust thermal design to handle the sustained loads of server environments—a stark contrast to consumer SSDs which are designed for lighter, intermittent use.

Integration within the HPE Ecosystem and Smart Array

The true value of an HPE-branded drive like the P48228-001 is its deep integration with HPE server platforms. This ensures seamless compatibility, optimized performance, and comprehensive health monitoring. NVMe is not a wholesale replacement for SATA in the enterprise. Cost-per-gigabyte, bay compatibility, and interface saturation mean that SATA SSDs will remain a vital tier for read-intensive and capacity-optimized workloads for years to come. For many applications, the performance of a SATA SSD is more than sufficient, and the infrastructure investment is lower

Compatibility

Built in a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF), the drive is tailored for enterprise server bays that prioritize airflow and serviceability. Its compact internal height of approximately 0.3 inches allows efficient integration into storage-dense chassis.