P55172-003 HPE 1.92TB SATA 6GBPS SSD.

Product Overview of HPE P55172-003 1.92TB SATA SSD

The HPE P55172-003 1.92TB SATA 6Gbps Mixed Use SSD is a high-performance enterprise solid-state drive tailored for HPE ProLiant and HPE SimpliVity servers. Engineered with digitally signed firmware and a basic carrier tray, this SSD delivers excellent endurance and reliability for demanding server applications.

General Information

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number: P55172-003
• Product Type: Enterprise Solid-State Drive

Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 1.92 Terabytes
• Interface: SATA III – 6GBPS
• Flash Type: Triple-Level Cell NAND
• Form Factor: 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor
• Included Tray: HPE Basic Carrier

Connectivity & Interface

• Interface: SATA III – 6Gbps
• Transfer Speed: 600 Megabytes per second
• Connection: 1 x SATA 6Gb/s Port

Performance Metrics

Read and Write Speeds

• Sequential Read: 520 MB/s
• Sequential Write: 480 MB/s
• 4K Random Read: 59,000 IOPS
• 4K Random Write: 31,000 IOPS

Endurance and Lifespan

• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 3.05
• Total Drive Endurance: 10,000 Terabytes Written (TBW)

Power Usage Details

Energy Consumption Breakdown

• Idle Mode: 1.37 Watts
• Random Read: 3.04 Watts
• Random Write: 3.04 Watts
• Sequential Read: 3.2 Watts
• Sequential Write: 4.1 Watts
• Max Power Draw: 4.1 Watts

Compatibility Systems

Server Models Compatible with HPE P55172-003

HPE ProLiant Servers

• DL20 Gen10 Plus (Base, Entry, Performance, High Performance)
• DL325 Gen10 Plus v2 (Base, Performance, Weka Tracking)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus (Base, Entry)
• DL360 Gen10 Plus (All-NVMe, Weka Base, Network Choice)
• DL365 Gen10 Plus
• DL380 Gen10 Plus (Standard, Network Choice)
• DL385 Gen10 Plus v2 (Base, Entry)
• ML30 Gen10 Plus (Entry, Performance)

HPE SimpliVity Systems

• HPE SimpliVity 325 Gen10 Plus v2 Node

Best Use Cases

• Virtualization Environments
• Database Hosting
• Cloud Infrastructure
• High-Performance Computing (HPC)

High Performance of HPE P55172-003 1.92TB SATA SSD

The category for the HPE P55172‑003 1.9 TB Triple‑Level Cell SATA 6 Gbps hot‑swappable 2.5‑inch solid‑state drive encompasses enterprise‑grade storage devices engineered for mixed‑use workloads within server environments. These models serve as an ideal solution when you require a high‑capacity SATA SSD tailored for mission‑critical systems that demand reliability, endurance and compatibility across a wide range of rack and tower servers. The category description covers the technical architecture, performance metrics, endurance attributes, interface and form factor design, power and thermal considerations, compatibility with server bays, deployment scenarios and value proposition relative to other storage tiers.

Performance Metrics and Workload Readiness

Sequential and Random Throughput

Within this category, drives offer a high external transfer rate of up to 600 MB/s (megabytes per second) via the SATA 6 Gb/s interface. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Internally, this particular model delivers up to approximately 520 MB/s sequential read and 480 MB/s sequential write. Meanwhile the 4 KB random read IOPS (Input/Output Operations per Second) of approximately 59,000 and 4 KB random write IOPS of approximately 31,000 place the drive in a strong category for mixed‑use workloads that require both random and sequential access performance. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Endurance, Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) and Lifetime Metrics

The category emphasizes drives rated for mixed‑use, meaning they are designed for combined read/write workloads rather than pure read‑intensive or write‑intensive tasks. Specifically, the P55172‑003 offers a DWPD rating of 3.05 — meaning it is engineered to sustain writing the full drive capacity approximately three times per day over its warranted life. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} The total endurance is listed at 10,000 TB (terabytes written) for this model, reflecting a robust lifetime for enterprise deployment. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} That level of endurance ensures this category supports consistent heavy workload environments such as virtual machine storage, database transaction logs or caching layers where read/write demands are significant.

Power Efficiency and Thermal Design

Idle and Active Power Consumption

In this category of high‑end SATA SSDs, power efficiency is an important differentiator. The P55172‑003 features an idle power consumption of approximately 1.37 Watts, reflecting how the category balances performance with lower power draw when the drive is not active. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} During random read or random write operations the power usage remains at about 3.04 Watts, while sequential reads draw about 3.2 Watts and sequential writes may draw up to 4.1 Watts. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} These characteristics make the category suitable for data centers where power cost, cooling load and efficiency are all critical operational factors.

Thermal Considerations and Hot‑Swap Readiness

The hot‑swappable nature of the drives in this category means that they are intended for environments with high availability demands. Because they draw relatively low wattage even during peak operations, thermal output is reduced compared with older, higher power drives. This lower thermal signature means that server bays can maintain high drive densities without excessive cooling overhead. The 2.5‑inch SFF form factor in the category also supports higher array densities in rack servers, further emphasizing the design focus of the category on efficient performance per watt, compact form factor and serviceability in enterprise systems.

Ecosystem Integration

Server Platform and Tray Inclusion

A key characteristic of this category is its designed compatibility with a wide range of server platforms, especially those from the same vendor. The P55172‑003 is listed as being compatible with numerous models in the ProLiant Gen10 Plus line such as DL20 Gen10 Plus, DL325 Gen10 Plus v2, DL345 Gen10 Plus, DL360 Gen10 Plus, DL380 Gen10 Plus, DL385 Gen10 Plus v2, ML30 Gen10 Plus and the SimpliVity 325 Gen10 Plus v2 Node. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10} The inclusion of the HPE basic carrier/tray in the bundle helps assure that the device can be inserted directly into compatible drive bays without requiring separate adapter kits or mounts, thus simplifying deployment and maintenance. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Hot‑Swap Bay and Interface Ecosystem

The category emphasizes hot‑plug support, meaning the drives can be physically swapped in active systems. This is crucial for enterprise environments where downtime must be minimized. The standardized 2.5‑inch form factor and SATA 6 Gb/s interface mean that the category can be used in a large array of existing server backplanes and controllers, preserving compatibility and reducing upgrade friction. Because this category caters to mixed‑use workloads and is often deployed in RAID or software‑defined storage arrays, the ecosystem also typically includes features like firmware signing, error recovery, and integration with vendor management tools — features this model lists with “digitally signed firmware.” :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Deployment Scenarios and Use‑Case Suitability

Virtualization, Databases and Mixed‑Use SSD

Within this category of enterprise SATA 6 Gb/s mixed‑use SSDs, applications typically involve moderate to heavy read/write loads. For instance, virtual machine storage pools benefit from high random IOPS and consistent sequential throughput, making these drives a compelling choice for virtualization clusters. Databases with combined read and write transactions likewise benefit from the endurance and performance metrics. The blended workload support of mixed‑use classification ensures that these drives will not degrade rapidly when subject to constant writes, distinguishing them from read‑intensive‑only drives.

High Availability Storage Arrays and Caching Layers

Another common deployment scenario in this category is high‑availability storage clusters or caching layers within a software‑defined storage environment. Because the drives are hot‑swappable and support enterprise‑class endurance and performance, they can provide fault‑tolerance and maintain service continuity while drives are replaced or upgraded. The 2.5‑inch SFF form factor also allows for high density deployment in servers, enabling cost‑effective scaling. The SATA interface remains attractive for these scenarios because it allows broad compatibility and reduced cost per gigabyte compared with newer NVMe-based drives, while still offering strong performance and endurance.

Relative to Read‑Intensive or SAS/NVMe SSD

Compared to read‑intensive SSDs or high‑end SAS/NVMe mixed‑use drives, the category is purpose‑built for blended workloads. Read‑intensive drives usually deliver higher read throughput but lower write endurance and may use MLC or even QLC flash optimized for reads. SAS/NVMe drives may offer higher bandwidth, lower latency, dual‑port redundancy and advanced error‑correction features, but at a significantly higher cost. The SATA 6 Gb/s mixed‑use category therefore offers a strong middle ground — delivering a combination of breadth (capacity), toughness (endurance), compatibility (form‑factor, interface) and serviceability (hot‑swap/tray) that suits many enterprise scenarios.

Firmware, Reliability and Serviceability

Digitally Signed Firmware and Enterprise‑Grade Features

An important hallmark of the category is enterprise‑grade firmware: in this case, the drive includes digitally signed firmware. This ensures that only authorized, validated firmware is loaded and executed, thereby improving security, stability and compatibility. Firmware signing is more often found in enterprise class drives rather than consumer models, underlining the reliability and mission‑critical orientation of the category. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Thermal, Power and Density Optimization

Low Power Footprint and High Density Design

Within modern data centers, drive density, power efficiency and cooling costs are increasingly important. This category of SATA 6 Gb/s mixed‑use SSD drives is designed to deliver high capacity with lower power consumption: idle power is only about 1.37 Watts, and even under load power remains well under 5 Watts, which is modest compared to larger form‑factor drives and many legacy spinning disks. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14} The combination of 2.5‑inch format, hot‑swap capability, low thermal load and efficient power draw permits higher density drive configurations in server bays, enabling service providers and enterprises to achieve more storage capacity in smaller footprints with reduced operational costs.

Cooling and Reliability Implications

Less heat output means less demand on cooling subsystems, which supports higher reliability and longer drive life in dense server environments. Furthermore, consistent thermal profiles simplify rack design and airflow management. Drives in this category are therefore well suited to high‑density, multi‑bay server chassis deployments where thermal management and energy efficiency are first‑class concerns. The engineering focus on endurance, performance and power savings mark this category as optimized for real‑world enterprise storage demands.