P61440-001 HPE E3.s Thin Carrier SSD 3.84TB - Read Intensive Applications

HPE P61440-001 3.84TB PCIe NVMe SSD 

The HPE P61440-001 represents a significant advancement in enterprise storage technology, delivering exceptional performance and reliability for data-intensive workloads. This 3.84TB PCI-Express NVMe 5.0 solid state drive is engineered specifically for read-intensive applications where fast data access and consistent performance are critical. As part of Hewlett Packard Enterprise's comprehensive storage portfolio, this drive incorporates cutting-edge NAND technology and enterprise-grade features to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments.

High Performance 

This enterprise SSD combines massive storage capacity with the latest interface technology to eliminate storage bottlenecks and accelerate data access across your infrastructure. The PCIe 5.0 interface provides substantial bandwidth improvements over previous generations, while the NVMe protocol ensures low latency and high IOPS performance that traditional SATA or SAS drives cannot match.

Capacity and Form Factor Details

Storage Capacity and Usable Space

The HPE P61440-001 offers a formatted capacity of 3.84 terabytes, providing substantial space for operating systems, applications, databases, and virtual machines. This capacity point is ideal for balancing storage density with performance requirements in enterprise environments. The drive utilizes advanced NAND management techniques to ensure data integrity and longevity while maximizing available storage space for user data.

Physical Dimensions 

Designed in the small form factor (SFF) 2.5-inch form factor, this drive conforms to enterprise standard dimensions of 70.1mm x 100.5mm x 15mm. The compact design allows for high-density storage configurations in HPE servers and storage arrays, maximizing storage per rack unit while maintaining optimal thermal characteristics for consistent performance.

Interface and Protocol Implementation

PCIe 5.0 Interface Technology

The implementation of PCI Express 5.0 technology doubles the bandwidth compared to PCIe 4.0, supporting up to 32GT/s (gigatransfers per second) per lane. With a x4 lane configuration, the drive achieves theoretical bandwidth up to 16GB/s, though real-world performance is optimized for sustainable enterprise workloads. This advanced interface ensures the drive will not become a bottleneck in high-performance computing environments.

NVMe Protocol Advantages

The NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) protocol is specifically designed for flash storage, reducing command overhead and enabling parallel processing of I/O operations. This results in significantly lower latency compared to legacy protocols like SATA or SAS. The drive supports the NVMe 1.4 specification, including advanced features like multi-stream write, persistent memory region, and enhanced power management capabilities.

Performance Specifications and Capabilities

Engineered for read-intensive workloads, the HPE P61440-001 delivers exceptional performance characteristics that make it suitable for a wide range of enterprise applications. The drive maintains consistent performance even under sustained workloads, thanks to advanced flash management algorithms and robust thermal design.

Speed and Throughput Metrics

Sequential Read and Write Performance

The drive delivers exceptional sequential read performance optimized for large data transfers, with speeds significantly higher than SATA SSDs and previous PCIe generations. While optimized for read operations, the write performance remains substantial for enterprise requirements, ensuring balanced operation during mixed workload scenarios.

Random I/O Performance Characteristics

With high random read IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), this drive excels in database operations, virtualization environments, and other applications requiring numerous simultaneous small I/O operations. The advanced controller and NAND architecture minimize latency while maximizing throughput for random access patterns.

Enterprise Features and Management Capabilities

This enterprise SSD includes comprehensive management and monitoring features that enable seamless integration into existing data center infrastructure. HPE's extensive testing and validation process ensures compatibility and reliability when deployed in supported HPE server platforms.

Hot-Swappable Functionality

Hot-Swap Implementation and Benefits

The hot-swappable design allows for drive replacement or addition without powering down the server or storage system. This feature is critical for maintaining service availability in 24/7 operational environments. The drive's firmware and hardware are designed to support safe insertion and removal while the system remains operational.

Hot-Plug Compatibility Requirements

Proper hot-swap functionality requires compatible HPE hardware, including appropriate backplanes and controllers that support hot-plug operations. The drive follows standard enterprise hot-plug specifications, including pre-charging of power pins and staggered connection sequences to prevent electrical issues during insertion.

Power Management and Efficiency

Power Consumption Profiles

The drive supports multiple power states as defined by the NVMe specification, allowing it to balance performance with energy efficiency based on workload demands. Active power consumption is optimized for performance-per-watt, while low-power states significantly reduce energy usage during periods of inactivity.

Thermal Management 

Enterprise workloads can generate significant heat, and the HPE P61440-001 incorporates advanced thermal monitoring and throttling mechanisms to maintain safe operating temperatures. The drive includes temperature sensors that allow the system to monitor thermal conditions and adjust performance if necessary to prevent overheating.

Use Cases and Application Scenarios

The read-intensive nature of the HPE P61440-001 makes it ideally suited for specific workload profiles common in modern enterprise environments. Understanding these use cases helps in proper deployment and configuration to maximize return on investment.

Data Analytics 

Big Data Processing Applications

In big data environments, the drive's high sequential read performance accelerates data processing for analytics platforms like Hadoop and Spark. The capacity and performance characteristics make it suitable for storing and processing large datasets where read operations dominate the workload profile.

Data Warehousing and OLAP

For data warehousing applications and Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) systems, the drive provides fast access to large volumes of historical data. The random read performance benefits query operations that access multiple data points across the storage array.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

Hypervisor and Virtual Machine Storage

In virtualized environments, the drive excels at storing virtual machine images and supporting hypervisor operations. The high IOPS capability enables rapid provisioning of virtual machines and supports dense VM deployments where multiple virtual machines access storage simultaneously.

Wide Compatibility 

Proper integration of the HPE P61440-001 requires understanding of compatibility considerations and configuration requirements to ensure optimal performance and reliability in your specific environment.

HPE Server Platform Compatibility

ProLiant and Apollo Series Support

The drive is certified for use in various HPE ProLiant servers and HPE Apollo systems that support NVMe drives. Compatibility extends to multiple generations of HPE hardware, though optimal performance may require specific controller configurations and firmware levels.

Synergy and BladeSystem Integration

For HPE Synergy and BladeSystem environments, the drive can be deployed in appropriate storage modules and trays that support NVMe technology. Integration with HPE OneView provides comprehensive management capabilities across the infrastructure.

Storage Array 

HPE Storage System Compatibility

The drive is compatible with select HPE storage arrays that support NVMe technology, either in all-flash configurations or as part of tiered storage solutions. Proper configuration ensures optimal performance and compatibility with array-specific features.

Direct-Attached Storage Implementations

When used in direct-attached storage configurations, the drive connects directly to the server's PCIe bus, minimizing latency and maximizing performance. This configuration is ideal for applications requiring the lowest possible storage latency.

Data Protection and Security Features

The HPE P61440-001 incorporates multiple layers of data protection and security features to safeguard sensitive information and ensure data integrity throughout the drive's lifecycle.

Hardware-Based Security Implementation

TCG Opal 2.0 and Enterprise Security

The drive supports TCG Opal 2.0 security specifications, enabling hardware-based encryption that protects data at rest. This security implementation provides robust protection without significant performance impact, making it suitable for regulated environments and sensitive data.

Sanitization and Crypto Erase Capabilities

For data sanitization requirements, the drive supports crypto erase functionality that instantly renders data inaccessible by destroying the encryption key. This provides immediate data protection when repurposing or decommissioning drives, significantly faster than traditional data wiping methods.

End-to-End Data Protection

The drive implements end-to-end data protection, maintaining data integrity from the host interface through to the NAND media. Protection includes cyclic redundancy checks (CRC) for both data and metadata, ensuring detection of any corruption that might occur during transmission or storage.

Power Loss Protection Implementation

Advanced power loss protection mechanisms safeguard data in the event of unexpected power failure. The drive includes capacitors that provide sufficient backup power to complete write operations and flush cache contents to non-volatile storage, preventing data loss.