P49322-001 HPE 800GB SAS 12Gbps Mixed Use 2.5" SFF SC Hot Swap for ProLiant Gen10 SSD

HPE P49322-001 800GB SAS 12Gbps Mixed Use 2.5" SSD

The HPE P49322-001 represents the pinnacle of enterprise storage technology, specifically engineered for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers. This 800GB SAS SSD delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and security features that are critical for modern data centers and business-critical applications.

Overview of HPE Enterprise SSDs

HPE Solid State Drives are purpose-built for enterprise environments where performance, reliability, and data integrity cannot be compromised. The P49322-001 model sits within HPE's Mixed Use SSD category, designed to handle workloads with balanced read and write operations.

SAS 12Gbps Interface Technology

The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gbps interface represents a significant advancement in storage connectivity technology. With double the bandwidth of previous 6Gbps SAS implementations, this interface eliminates bottlenecks in high-performance computing environments.

Dual-Port Capability

Unlike SATA drives, SAS technology includes native dual-port capability, providing redundant paths to the storage device. This feature is critical for high-availability environments where downtime is not an option. The P49322-001 leverages this capability to ensure continuous operation even in the event of a controller failure.

Enhanced Signal Integrity

The 12Gbps SAS interface incorporates advanced signal integrity features that maintain data reliability at higher transfer speeds. This includes improved clock and data recovery circuits, enhanced equalization, and superior noise immunity compared to previous generations.

Mixed Use Workload Optimization

The "Mixed Use" designation indicates that this SSD is engineered to handle balanced read/write workloads typically found in transactional databases, virtualization environments, and collaborative applications.

Endurance Characteristics

Mixed Use SSDs feature higher endurance ratings compared to Read-Intensive models, with the P49322-001 offering significantly higher Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD). This extended lifespan makes it ideal for applications with substantial write operations without sacrificing read performance.

Through advanced wear-leveling algorithms and over-provisioning strategies, the P49322-001 maintains consistent input/output operations per second (IOPS) throughout its lifespan, even as the drive fills with data. This predictable performance is essential for capacity planning and application performance management.

Form Factor and Physical Design

2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

The 2.5-inch SFF design allows for greater storage density in server configurations. Compared to traditional 3.5-inch drives, organizations can deploy up to three times the number of drives in the same physical space, dramatically increasing storage capacity within existing infrastructure.

Hot Swap Capability

Included hot-swap trays enable drive replacement without powering down the server or interrupting services. This feature is essential for maintaining 24/7 operations in enterprise environments where scheduled downtime is increasingly unacceptable.

Thermal Management

The 2.5-inch form factor features optimized thermal characteristics that facilitate efficient cooling in densely populated server bays. The P49322-001 includes advanced thermal monitoring and throttling capabilities to prevent overheating in challenging environmental conditions.

Security and Firmware Features

Digitally Signed Firmware

HPE's digitally signed firmware represents a critical security advancement that protects against unauthorized firmware modifications and malware attacks targeting storage infrastructure.

Firmware Validation Process

Each time the drive initializes, the system validates the firmware signature against HPE's secure certificate. This process ensures that only authentic, HPE-tested firmware executes on the device, eliminating the risk of compromised firmware that could lead to data breaches or system instability.

Secure Update Mechanism

Firmware updates are cryptographically verified before installation, preventing the introduction of malicious code during maintenance procedures. This secure update process maintains system integrity while allowing organizations to benefit from performance enhancements and bug fixes.

Additional Security Capabilities

Beyond digitally signed firmware, the P49322-001 supports comprehensive security features including TCG Enterprise SSC compliance, Sanitize Instant Erase (crypto erase), and optional SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) functionality for end-to-end data protection.

Performance Specifications

Speed and Latency Metrics

The P49322-001 delivers exceptional performance characteristics that accelerate application responsiveness and reduce transaction times.

Sequential Read/Write Performance

With sequential read speeds up to 1050MB/s and write speeds up to 1000MB/s, this drive significantly outperforms traditional hard drives and many competing SSD solutions, particularly for large file transfers and data processing operations.

Random I/O Performance

Random performance metrics are particularly impressive, with up to 170,000 read IOPS and 65,000 write IOPS at queue depth 256. This capability ensures responsive performance under heavy multi-user and multi-application workloads.

Latency Characteristics

The drive features consistently low read latency (typically under 100 microseconds) and write latency (typically under 20 microseconds), which translates to faster application response times and improved user experiences for latency-sensitive applications.

Quality of Service (QoS)

Enterprise applications require predictable storage performance. The P49322-001 delivers exceptional QoS with 99.9% of I/Os completing within established latency thresholds, ensuring consistent application performance even during peak utilization periods.

Compatibility and Integration

HPE ProLiant Gen10 Server Optimization

The P49322-001 is specifically validated and optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen10 servers, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance within this server ecosystem.

HPE Smart Array Controller Integration

When paired with HPE Smart Array controllers, these drives benefit from enhanced data protection features including advanced RAID capabilities, continuous monitoring, and predictive analytics through HPE InfoSight.

iLO 5 Management Integration

Deep integration with HPE iLO 5 (Integrated Lights-Out) management enables comprehensive drive monitoring, health reporting, and proactive maintenance alerts directly through the server's management interface.

Multi-Generational Compatibility

While optimized for Gen10 servers, the P49322-001 maintains backward compatibility with Gen9 servers and forward compatibility with Gen10 Plus platforms, providing investment protection and deployment flexibility across heterogeneous server environments.

Use Cases and Applications

The P49322-001 excels in virtualized infrastructure where mixed read/write patterns are common. Its consistent performance under varying workloads makes it ideal for VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and other hypervisor platforms.

VDI Implementations

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure presents particularly challenging storage requirements with boot storms and concurrent user activity. The high IOPS capability and consistent latency of the P49322-001 ensure responsive user experiences even during peak utilization.

Database Applications

Transactional databases such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, and MySQL benefit from the balanced read/write performance and low latency characteristics of this drive, accelerating query processing and transaction completion.

OLTP Workloads

Online Transaction Processing systems with high concurrent user counts generate random I/O patterns that leverage the full performance potential of the P49322-001, reducing transaction times and improving application scalability.

Enterprise collaboration platforms including Microsoft SharePoint, Exchange Server, and team collaboration tools generate mixed workloads that align perfectly with the performance profile of this Mixed Use SSD.

Comparison with Other HPE SSD Categories

Mixed Use vs. Read-Intensive SSDs

While Read-Intensive SSDs prioritize cost-effectiveness for predominantly read-oriented workloads, Mixed Use SSDs like the P49322-001 offer higher endurance for balanced workloads, making them suitable for a broader range of enterprise applications.

Write Endurance Comparison

Mixed Use SSDs typically offer 3-10x higher write endurance compared to Read-Intensive models in the same capacity point, justifying their premium for write-intensive applications.

Mixed Use vs. Write-Intensive SSDs

Write-Intensive SSDs provide the highest endurance for extreme write workloads but command a significant price premium. The P49322-001 offers an optimal balance of endurance and cost for the majority of enterprise mixed workload scenarios.

Configuration Best Practices

When deploying the P49322-001 in HPE ProLiant servers, consider RAID configuration, cache policies, and stripe sizes that align with your specific workload requirements to maximize performance and data protection.

RAID Recommendations

For optimal performance and fault tolerance, RAID 10 is recommended for write-intensive applications, while RAID 5 or RAID 6 may provide sufficient protection with better capacity efficiency for read-oriented workloads.