MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SATA 6GBPS Mixed Use Solid State Drive

HPE 3.84TB SATA SSD – Hot-Swap Drive

Key Features

• Type: High-performance solid-state drive with hot-swap capability
• Capacity: Massive 3.84TB storage ideal for enterprise applications
• Form Factor: Compact 2.5-inch SFF design for versatile server installation
• Interface: Reliable SATA 6Gb/s connectivity ensuring fast data access
• Performance: Designed for business-critical and mixed-use workloads
• Lightweight: Only 17.64 oz, with a slim height of 0.3 inches

Enhanced Performance Specifications

• Random 4KB Read Speed: Up to 59,000 IOPS for rapid data retrieval
• Random 4KB Write Speed: Up to 32,000 IOPS for intensive write operations
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 3, supporting frequent data updates
• Endurance: Extremely durable with 22,000 TB total bytes written
• External Data Transfer Rate: 600 Mbps for seamless throughput
• Random Writes: Exceptional 160,000 IOPS for demanding workloads

Connectivity and Expansion Options

• Interface: Single SATA 6Gb/s port for stable connectivity
• Compatible Bay: Designed to fit 2.5-inch SFF bays

Power Efficiency

• Maximum Power Consumption: Only 4.39 watts, ideal for energy-conscious environments

Server Compatibility

Designed for HPE Proliant Servers

• DL20 Gen10 Plus (all models: Base, Entry, High Performance, Performance)
• DL325 Gen10 Plus V2 (Base, Performance, Weka Base Tracking)
• DL345 Gen10 Plus (Base, Entry)
• DL360 Gen10 Plus (all configurations, including All-NVMe and Network Choice)
• DL365 Gen10 Plus
• DL380 Gen10 Plus (Network Choice variants)
• DL385 Gen10 Plus V2 (Base, Entry)
• ML30 Gen10 Plus (Base, Entry, Performance)
• HPE Simplivity 325 Gen10 Plus V2 Node

This HPE SSD

• Optimized for business-critical applications, ensuring reliable uptime
• Mixed-use design balances read/write performance for varied workloads
• Compact and lightweight, making integration into existing server racks seamless
• High endurance and IOPS ratings deliver long-lasting performance
• Energy-efficient, reducing operational costs while maintaining speed

Ideal Use Cases

• Data centers requiring high-speed, reliable storage solutions
• Virtualized environments and software-defined storage platforms
• Servers handling frequent read/write operations with consistent performance
• Enterprise workloads demanding durable, high-capacity storage

MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SATA SSD Overview

The MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SATA 6GBPS Mixed Use 2.5inch BC Multi Vendor SSD is specifically engineered for HPE ProLiant servers, providing a robust storage solution for businesses demanding high performance, reliability, and endurance. Designed for mixed-use workloads, this SSD combines the speed of solid-state technology with the compatibility and reliability expected from Hewlett Packard Enterprise solutions.

Key Features of the MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SATA SSD

• Capacity: 3.84TB, providing ample storage for enterprise applications and virtualization environments.
• Interface: SATA 6GBPS ensures high-speed data transfer while maintaining compatibility with existing HPE server infrastructure.
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch drive fits seamlessly into HPE ProLiant server trays for easy installation and replacement.
• Mixed Use Endurance: Optimized for a combination of read and write-intensive workloads, ideal for databases, virtual machines, and transactional applications.
• Multi Vendor Support: Ensures flexibility and availability with HPE-certified multi-vendor compatibility.

Performance and Reliability

Performance is a critical factor in enterprise environments, and the MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SSD excels in this area. Built with advanced NAND flash technology and a reliable SATA 6GBPS interface, it offers rapid data access and minimal latency. Businesses can expect consistent high-speed read and write operations, ensuring smooth server performance even under heavy workloads.

Enterprise-Grade Endurance

This HPE SSD is designed to handle demanding mixed-use workloads, combining both read-intensive and write-intensive operations. The drive is rated for high endurance, which is crucial for enterprise storage solutions where uptime and data integrity are non-negotiable. By supporting continuous I/O operations, it helps prevent performance degradation over time.

Optimized for Virtualization and Databases

The 3.84TB HPE SSD is particularly effective for virtualized server environments and database applications. With its mixed-use endurance and high throughput, the drive ensures low latency data access, allowing multiple virtual machines or database operations to run simultaneously without bottlenecks. This makes it ideal for cloud hosting, enterprise applications, and high-transaction environments.

High-Speed SATA Interface

Using the SATA 6GBPS interface, the MK003840GYCNQ HPE SSD achieves excellent data transfer speeds while remaining compatible with a wide range of HPE ProLiant servers. This interface offers a balance between performance and broad compatibility, making it an excellent choice for businesses upgrading existing infrastructure without overhauling their server architecture.

Compatibility and Integration

The SSD is fully compatible with a variety of HPE ProLiant server models, providing seamless integration into existing enterprise ecosystems. It comes with a server tray, ensuring tool-less installation and easy replacement of older drives. The multi-vendor design also enhances flexibility, allowing organizations to source compatible drives without being tied to a single supplier.

HPE ProLiant Server Integration

Designed specifically for HPE ProLiant servers, the MK003840GYCNQ SSD integrates directly into the server storage bays. This integration allows administrators to utilize HPE management tools for monitoring, diagnostics, and firmware updates, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Hot-Swap Capability

The SSD supports hot-swapping, allowing system administrators to replace or upgrade drives without powering down the server. This is essential for minimizing downtime in mission-critical environments and maintaining continuous service availability for enterprise applications.

Storage Solutions for Enterprise Workloads

Modern enterprises require storage solutions that can handle demanding workloads, provide fast access to data, and maintain high reliability. The MK003840GYCNQ HPE SSD addresses all these requirements, making it suitable for diverse applications.

Use Cases in Enterprise Environments

• Database Storage: High-speed access and mixed-use endurance make it ideal for large-scale databases.
• Virtualization: Supports multiple virtual machines running simultaneously without performance bottlenecks.
• Transactional Applications: Provides consistent performance for enterprise applications requiring frequent read/write operations.
• Cloud Hosting: Reliable and high-capacity storage for cloud service providers and hosted environments.

Scalability for Growing Enterprises

With 3.84TB of storage per drive, organizations can build scalable storage architectures by adding multiple SSDs in RAID configurations. This approach increases both capacity and redundancy, ensuring that enterprise storage infrastructure can grow alongside business needs.

Mixed-Use Workload Optimization

Unlike read-only or write-intensive drives, mixed-use SSDs are optimized to handle a combination of read and write operations. The MK003840GYCNQ HPE SSD balances endurance and speed, making it suitable for applications with unpredictable workload patterns.

Endurance Ratings and Reliability Metrics

HPE provides detailed endurance ratings for this SSD, ensuring IT teams can estimate the expected lifespan under typical usage conditions. With high TBW (Terabytes Written) ratings, the drive is built to withstand constant data transactions without premature wear-out.

Advanced Error Correction and Data Protection

The drive includes advanced ECC (Error Correcting Code) technology, which detects and corrects data errors automatically. This feature is vital for preserving data integrity, especially in environments where large volumes of sensitive information are processed continuously.

Cost Efficiency and Enterprise Value

While enterprise SSDs often come with a higher upfront cost compared to traditional hard drives, the MK003840GYCNQ HPE SSD offers excellent long-term value. High endurance, mixed-use optimization, and reduced downtime result in lower total cost of ownership for organizations deploying these drives in critical environments.

Energy Efficiency

Compared to spinning disk drives, the MK003840GYCNQ SSD consumes less power, contributing to lower operational costs and a smaller carbon footprint. This energy efficiency is increasingly important for data centers seeking sustainable operations.

Reduced Maintenance Costs

The high reliability and long lifespan of HPE SSDs reduce the frequency of replacements and associated maintenance costs. This ensures that IT budgets are allocated more effectively, without sacrificing performance or uptime.

Investment in Future-Ready Storage

By adopting high-capacity, mixed-use SSDs like the MK003840GYCNQ, enterprises are investing in storage infrastructure that is future-ready. These drives support modern workloads, virtualization, and cloud-based applications, providing long-term scalability and performance benefits.

HPE SATA SSDs for Read-Intensive Workloads

While mixed-use SSDs are versatile, HPE also offers SATA SSDs optimized specifically for read-intensive applications such as content delivery and caching. These drives provide high read throughput and low latency for targeted workloads.

HPE Write-Intensive SATA SSDs

For applications with frequent write operations, such as logging and database transaction processing, HPE write-intensive SATA SSDs deliver high endurance and sustained performance, complementing mixed-use SSDs in hybrid storage architectures.

HPE NVMe SSDs

For ultra-high performance requirements, HPE NVMe SSDs offer significantly faster data transfer speeds compared to SATA drives. They are ideal for latency-sensitive workloads and high-frequency transactional databases, forming part of a tiered storage strategy alongside SATA mixed-use SSDs.

Server and Storage Enclosures

HPE provides a variety of server enclosures and storage trays compatible with 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, allowing businesses to configure storage solutions according to capacity, redundancy, and performance needs. These enclosures support hot-swapping, RAID configurations, and management integration for enterprise-grade reliability.

Hybrid Storage Configurations

Enterprises often deploy a mix of mixed-use, read-intensive, and NVMe SSDs to create hybrid storage systems that balance cost, performance, and endurance. The MK003840GYCNQ HPE SSD fits perfectly into such architectures, ensuring optimal performance for mixed workloads while maintaining flexibility and scalability.

Multi-Vendor Compatibility

The multi-vendor certification of this HPE SSD provides businesses with flexibility in sourcing, ensuring availability and cost-effectiveness without sacrificing reliability or compatibility with HPE ProLiant servers.

Security and Data Protection Features

Enterprise SSDs must safeguard sensitive data, and the MK003840GYCNQ HPE 3.84TB SATA SSD includes features designed to enhance data security and integrity.

Data Encryption Options

Some HPE SSD models offer built-in encryption support, ensuring that data stored on the drive is protected against unauthorized access. This is particularly important for compliance with data protection regulations in enterprise environments.

End-to-End Data Protection

In addition to encryption, advanced error correction and wear-leveling mechanisms ensure that data remains intact even under heavy workloads. HPE SSDs include features such as power loss protection to safeguard data during unexpected outages.