VO001920KXUJP HPE 1.92TB NVMe Read Intensive SSD.

HPE VO001920KXUJP 1.92TB NVMe SSD

Capacity and Form Factor

The HPE VO001920KXUJP delivers 1.92 terabytes of high-performance NVMe storage in a small form factor (SFF) 2.5-inch drive configuration. This compact design allows for maximum storage density in space-constrained server environments while maintaining exceptional performance characteristics. The drive utilizes the U.3 interface, providing backward compatibility with U.2 infrastructure while supporting the latest NVMe protocol advancements.

NVMe Generation 4 Performance

Leveraging PCIe 4.0 technology, this SSD achieves significantly higher performance compared to previous generation NVMe drives. The Gen4 interface doubles the bandwidth available to Gen3 drives, enabling faster data transfer rates and reduced latency. This performance boost is particularly beneficial for read-intensive applications where rapid data access is critical to operational efficiency.

Detailed Key Specifications

Interface and Protocol 

The drive features a U.3 (SFF-8639) connector interface with full NVMe 1.4 protocol compliance. This ensures compatibility with modern enterprise storage architectures while providing advanced features such as enhanced power management, improved error reporting, and virtualization enhancements. The U.3 interface allows the drive to automatically negotiate between SAS, SATA, and NVMe protocols based on the host system's capabilities.

Performance Metrics

With its mainstream performance classification, the VO001920KXUJP delivers consistent, reliable performance for read-intensive workloads. The drive is optimized for scenarios where read operations significantly outweigh write operations, typically in a 70/30 to 80/20 read/write ratio. Performance characteristics include high sequential read speeds, excellent random read IOPS, and quality of service metrics that ensure predictable latency under varying workload conditions.

Endurance and Reliability Specifications

This read-intensive SSD is engineered for enterprise reliability with a specified mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours. The drive features advanced error correction, power-loss protection, and end-to-end data path protection. With a designed workload rating of 1 drive write per day (DWPD), the VO001920KXUJP provides balanced endurance for its intended use cases while maintaining consistent performance throughout its service life.

Server Compatibility 

Generation 10 Plus and Generation 11 Server 

HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus Integration

The VO001920KXUJP is fully certified and optimized for HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus servers, including the DL325, DL365, ML350, and similar models. When installed in compatible Gen10 Plus systems, the drive leverages HPE's integrated management ecosystem, including iLO 5 advanced features for health monitoring, predictive analytics, and firmware management. The drive appears in the HPE OneView and iLO interfaces with detailed health status information and proactive maintenance alerts.

HPE ProLiant Gen11 Optimization

For next-generation HPE ProLiant Gen11 servers, this SSD delivers enhanced performance through deeper integration with the server architecture. Gen11 systems utilize improved PCIe 4.0 implementations with better resource allocation and thermal management specifically designed for high-performance NVMe storage. The drive's firmware includes optimizations for Gen11's security features and management capabilities, providing a seamless storage experience in the latest HPE server platforms.

Workload Optimization

Read-Intensive Workload Specialization

This SSD excels in read-intensive applications such as database query processing, web content delivery, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) boot volumes, and data analytics workloads. The drive's architecture prioritizes read latency reduction and sustained read throughput, making it ideal for scenarios where data retrieval speed directly impacts application performance and user experience. The flash management algorithms are tuned specifically for read-optimized access patterns.

Cache and Tiering Implementations

In storage tiering configurations, the VO001920KXUJP serves as an excellent performance tier for frequently accessed data. Its high read performance and consistent latency make it suitable for use as a caching layer in front of higher-capacity, lower-performance storage systems. The drive's endurance characteristics support the write amplification typically associated with caching algorithms while maintaining responsive read performance for cached data.

Enterprise Feature Set

Data Integrity and Protection

Enterprise-grade data protection features include end-to-end data path protection, advanced error correction codes (ECC), and power-loss imminent protection that ensures data persistence during unexpected power events. The drive implements T10 Protection Information (T10 PI) for additional data integrity verification throughout the storage stack. These features work in concert to prevent data corruption and ensure data reliability in mission-critical environments.

Security and Encryption Capabilities

The VO001920KXUJP includes comprehensive security features with IEEE 1667 compliance and support for TCG Enterprise, TCG Opal, and TCG Pyrite security standards. The drive features hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption with no performance impact, providing full data-at-rest security. Sanitization commands including crypto erase, block erase, and overwrite support secure data disposal when drives are retired or repurposed.

Use Cases and Deployment Scenarios

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

The VO001920KXUJP provides excellent performance for hypervisor boot drives and management operating systems in virtualized environments. Its read-optimized characteristics accelerate hypervisor boot times and improve responsiveness of management functions. In large-scale virtualization deployments, these drives can host template libraries and ISO repositories where fast read access accelerates virtual machine provisioning and deployment operations.

VDI Implementation Storage

For Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, this SSD efficiently handles the boot storms and login storms characteristic of VDI environments. The drive's high random read performance ensures responsive user experiences during concurrent desktop startups. Its capacity point of 1.92TB provides an optimal balance between storage density and performance for medium to large VDI deployments when used in conjunction with storage tiering or caching solutions.

Database and Analytics Applications

Database Index and Log Storage

In database systems, the VO001920KXUJP excels at storing indexes, temporary tablespaces, and frequently queried reference data. The drive's low read latency improves query performance for OLTP and reporting workloads. While not optimized for write-intensive operations, the drive provides sufficient write performance for redo logs in read-heavy database applications or when used in conjunction with write-optimized storage tiers.

Data Analytics 

For analytics platforms that process large datasets, this SSD accelerates data scanning and aggregation operations. The high sequential read performance benefits full-table scans and large data range queries common in data warehousing and business intelligence applications. When deployed in appropriate quantities, these drives can serve as the performance tier in scale-out analytics clusters.

Power Consumption Profiles

The VO001920KXUJP implements advanced power management features that optimize energy usage based on workload demands. Typical active power consumption ranges from 8-12 watts during read operations, with lower power states available during idle periods. The drive supports multiple power states as defined by the NVMe specification, allowing systems to balance performance and power efficiency based on application requirements.