HPE 822785-001 800GB SAS 12GBPS MU-3 SC Solid State Drive.

HPE 822785-001 800GB SAS 12GBPS MU-3 SFF SSD Overview

The HPE 822785-001 800GB SAS 12GBPS Small Form Factor Solid-State Drive is a high-performance enterprise storage solution engineered for reliable speed, durability, and seamless data handling. Its compact 2.5-inch form factor and advanced SAS interface make it perfect for modern HPE server environments requiring consistent performance under mixed workloads.

Core Product Details

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Part Number / SKU: 822785-001
• Drive Capacity: 800GB of enterprise-grade storage
• Interface: SAS 12GBPS for high-speed, reliable data transfer
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Drive Type: Hot-plug SSD optimized for enterprise usage

Technical Specifications and Features

The HPE 822785-001 is designed with Mixed Use (MU-3) optimization, balancing read and write operations to enhance performance and drive longevity. Its enterprise-grade architecture ensures consistent throughput and low latency, making it suitable for demanding data center applications.

Performance and Workload Optimization

• Optimized for Mixed Use (MU-3) workloads, delivering reliable performance for read/write-intensive operations
• High-speed SAS 12GBPS interface ensures stable, fast data communication
• Hot-plug capability allows quick drive replacement without system downtime
• Engineered for enterprise reliability, supporting 24x7 operations

Form Factor and Integration Benefits

• Compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) fits densely packed server configurations
• Seamlessly integrates with multiple generations of HPE ProLiant and Blade servers
• Supports HPE Smart Carrier for intuitive installation and monitoring
• Designed for efficient thermal management to maintain optimal operation under heavy workloads

Reliability and Data Protection

Data integrity and endurance are key attributes of the HPE 822785-001 SSD. Its enterprise-grade construction ensures longevity, while advanced features protect against unexpected failures and maintain high uptime.

Key Reliability Features

• Hot-plug capability for minimal disruption during maintenance
• Robust end-to-end error correction for accurate data retention
• Optimized for sustained performance in mixed read/write workloads
• Engineered to reduce latency while maximizing throughput for enterprise applications

HPE 822785-001 800GB SAS 12Gbps SFF SC Solid State Drive

The HPE 822785-001 is a high-performance 800GB SAS 12Gbps MU-3 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Solid State Drive (SSD), designed to deliver exceptional reliability and speed in enterprise environments. Built for mixed-use workloads, this drive offers an optimal balance of endurance, performance, and storage efficiency, making it an ideal choice for servers, storage arrays, and high-demand computing infrastructures. The SC series SSDs are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of mission-critical applications, ensuring consistent performance under sustained workloads.

Key Features and Specifications

Form Factor and Interface

The HPE 822785-001 SSD comes in a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor design, compatible with HPE ProLiant servers and HPE storage enclosures. The drive supports SAS 12Gbps interface, providing high-speed data transfer rates while maintaining backward compatibility with previous SAS generations. This interface ensures seamless integration into existing enterprise infrastructures without compromising performance.

Capacity and Storage Architecture

With an 800GB storage capacity, the HPE 822785-001 is ideal for mixed-use workloads, including virtualization, database applications, and high-performance computing. Utilizing enterprise-grade NAND flash technology, the drive offers high storage density and reliability. Its multi-level cell (MLC) architecture provides a strong balance between endurance, performance, and cost-effectiveness.

Performance Metrics

The HPE 822785-001 SSD delivers impressive read and write performance, achieving sequential read speeds up to 1,500 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 900 MB/s. Random read/write IOPS reach up to 180,000 and 25,000 respectively, making it suitable for mixed workloads that require low latency and high input/output operations per second. Its consistent performance ensures minimal bottlenecks, even under heavy enterprise workloads.

Mixed-Use Workload Optimization

Specifically engineered for mixed-use (MU) workloads, the HPE 822785-001 ensures balanced performance across read-intensive and write-intensive tasks. This optimization is critical for environments running multiple virtual machines, transactional databases, and real-time analytics, allowing businesses to achieve high efficiency without compromising drive longevity.

Endurance and Reliability

Endurance is a critical consideration for enterprise SSDs. The HPE 822785-001 features robust wear-leveling and error correction technologies that prolong drive lifespan. With a mean time between failures (MTBF) exceeding 2 million hours, and support for high write workloads, it is designed to handle continuous data operations with minimal risk of drive failure.

Advanced Data Protection Features

HPE SC SSDs incorporate a range of advanced data protection features, including end-to-end data path protection, power-loss protection, and built-in error correction code (ECC). These technologies ensure data integrity even during unexpected power interruptions, safeguarding mission-critical enterprise data. Furthermore, the drive supports HPE Smart Array controllers, enabling advanced RAID configurations and hardware-level redundancy for enhanced data security.

Compatibility and Integration

HPE Server and Storage Integration

The HPE 822785-001 SSD is fully compatible with a wide range of HPE ProLiant servers, including Gen9, Gen10, and select Gen11 models. It is also designed to work seamlessly with HPE storage enclosures and arrays, ensuring that IT administrators can deploy the drives without additional configuration complexities. This compatibility allows businesses to scale storage performance and capacity across their infrastructure efficiently.

Operating System and Platform Support

Supporting popular enterprise operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux distributions, and VMware vSphere, the HPE 822785-001 ensures broad platform compatibility. This makes it an ideal solution for heterogeneous IT environments, allowing organizations to leverage its high-performance capabilities across multiple platforms and applications.

Hot-Swap Capability

Designed with enterprise uptime in mind, the HPE 822785-001 SSD supports hot-swap functionality. This allows IT administrators to replace or upgrade drives without powering down servers, minimizing disruption to critical services. Combined with its robust endurance, this feature makes the drive suitable for continuous operation environments.

Use Cases and Applications

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

In virtualized environments, the HPE 822785-001 SSD provides fast, low-latency storage, ensuring that multiple virtual machines (VMs) can operate efficiently without performance degradation. Its mixed-use optimization enables consistent I/O performance, essential for cloud service providers and enterprise IT departments running mission-critical workloads.

Database and Transactional Workloads

Databases and transactional applications benefit significantly from the HPE 822785-001’s high IOPS and low latency. The drive can handle intensive read/write operations common in online transaction processing (OLTP), ensuring that database queries, transactions, and indexing operations occur without delay.

High-Performance Computing (HPC) Applications

For HPC and scientific computing environments, the HPE 822785-001 provides the storage throughput and reliability needed for data-intensive computations. Its high sequential read and write speeds allow for rapid processing of large datasets, enhancing overall computational efficiency and reducing bottlenecks in data analysis pipelines.

Enterprise File Storage

The drive is also suitable for enterprise file storage solutions, providing fast access to shared data repositories, backup storage, and collaborative environments. Its 800GB capacity and SAS interface make it ideal for high-traffic file servers where quick access to data is critical for operational efficiency.

Technical Architecture and Design

NAND Flash Technology

The HPE 822785-001 utilizes enterprise-grade NAND flash, engineered for durability and performance under sustained workloads. Advanced wear-leveling algorithms and bad block management ensure consistent drive longevity, while the drive’s architecture minimizes write amplification, enhancing efficiency for mixed-use operations.

Controller and Firmware Optimization

The SSD is equipped with an advanced SAS controller and HPE-optimized firmware, which collectively manage data flow, error correction, and power efficiency. Firmware updates are available through HPE management utilities, enabling administrators to maintain optimal performance and reliability over the drive’s lifespan.

Power Efficiency and Thermal Management

Designed for enterprise data centers, the HPE 822785-001 consumes minimal power while maintaining high performance. Its low-power design reduces operational costs and thermal output, supporting efficient cooling strategies and contributing to overall data center energy efficiency. Thermal throttling protection ensures the drive maintains performance even under high-temperature conditions.