HPE Mixed Use 120GB SATA 6G SFF SC Solid State Drive 816965-B21

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Overview

The HPE Mixed Use 120GB SATA 6G SFF Solid State Drive 816965-B21 is an enterprise-grade SSD designed for server applications that require a balance of random read and write performance. With a 120GB capacity and Serial ATA III interface, this drive provides a practical storage solution for compatible HPE server environments.

As an HPE Mixed Use SSD, the 816965-B21 is designed for workloads requiring both read and write activity while helping reduce power consumption compared with traditional hard disk drives. It delivers maximum 4KB random read performance of up to 68,000 IOPS and maximum 4KB random write performance of up to 12,000 IOPS.

HPE SSDs are supported by extensive testing and qualification, while integrated firmware security features help protect data from malicious firmware attacks. HPE Smart Carrier features and SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility also provide useful drive-status and lifecycle monitoring capabilities.

Key Features

• 120GB storage capacity for enterprise server workloads
• Mixed Use (MU) workload classification for balanced read/write operations
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• Serial ATA III interface
• 6 Gbit/s data transfer rate
• Up to 68,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read performance
• Up to 12,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random write performance
• Designed for high random read and write workload requirements
• Supports HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge monitoring
• HPE integrated firmware security features
• HPE Smart Carrier status indicators and data-loss prevention features
• Designed to reduce power consumption compared with traditional HDD storage

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
• Brand: HPE
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Workload: Mixed Use
• Capacity: 120GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Interface: Serial ATA III
• Data Transfer Rate: 6 Gbit/s
• Maximum 4KB Random Read: 68,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Write: 12,000 IOPS

Performance Specifications

• Random Read Performance: Up to 68,000 IOPS at 4KB
• Random Write Performance: Up to 12,000 IOPS at 4KB
• Interface Bandwidth: 6 Gbit/s SATA
• Workload Class: Mixed Use
• Endurance: Typically between less than 1 and less than 10 drive writes per day for HPE Mixed Use SSDs; exact product-specific DWPD was not specified in the provided specifications.
• Power Efficiency: Designed to reduce power consumption compared with traditional hard disk drives.

Enterprise Features

• Firmware Security: HPE integrated firmware helps protect data against malicious attacks that could modify or destroy drive data.
• Smart Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier provides self-describing status icons to simplify drive monitoring.
• Drive Removal Protection: A “do not remove” button helps reduce the risk of accidental drive removal and potential data loss.
• SmartSSD Wear Gauge: Supports monitoring of SSD lifespan through compatible HPE management tools.
• Enterprise Qualification: HPE SSDs are backed by more than 2.4 million hours of testing and qualification.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Width: 184.2 mm
• Depth: 222.3 mm
• Height: 139.7 mm
• Weight: 450 g

Interface and Connectivity

• Interface Type: Serial ATA III
• Interface Speed: 6 Gbit/s
• Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Connection: SATA

Compatibility

The HPE 816965-B21 is designed for compatible HPE enterprise server storage configurations supporting 2.5-inch SFF SATA SSDs. Exact server-model compatibility was not provided in the supplied specifications.

Before installation, verify the server model, generation, storage controller, drive cage/backplane, and firmware requirements to ensure compatibility.

Ideal Applications

• Enterprise server storage
• Database workloads
• Virtualized server environments
• Application servers
• Mixed read/write workloads
• High random I/O applications
• HPE server storage upgrades
• Data-center storage environments requiring SATA SSD performance

Why Choose 816965-B21

The HPE 816965-B21 provides a compact 120GB enterprise SSD solution for workloads that require balanced read and write performance. Its 6 Gbit/s SATA interface, 2.5-inch SFF form factor, and up to 68,000 read IOPS make it suitable for compatible HPE server environments.

HPE enterprise features such as integrated firmware protection, Smart Carrier status indicators, and SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility add useful management and reliability capabilities. For organizations needing dependable mixed-use storage in a supported HPE server platform, the 816965-B21 offers a practical enterprise SSD option.

Compatibility Specifications

• Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Interface: Serial ATA III
• Interface Speed: 6 Gbit/s
• Required Storage Interface: Compatible SATA server backplane/controller
• Compatible Platform: Compatible HPE server configurations
• Controller Compatibility: Verify with the installed HPE storage controller
• Drive Bay Compatibility: 2.5-inch SFF SATA drive bay
• Firmware Requirements: Verify compatibility with the target HPE server configuration

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE 816965-B21 SSD?
The HPE 816965-B21 has a 120GB storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE 816965-B21 use?
The 816965-B21 uses a Serial ATA III (SATA 6Gb/s) interface with a data transfer rate of 6 Gbit/s.

What is the random read performance of the 816965-B21?
The SSD provides maximum 4KB random read performance of up to 68,000 IOPS.

What is the random write performance of the 816965-B21?
The maximum 4KB random write performance is up to 12,000 IOPS.

What form factor does the HPE 816965-B21 use?
The drive uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design.

Is the HPE 816965-B21 suitable for mixed read/write workloads?
Yes. The 816965-B21 is an HPE Mixed Use (MU) SSD, designed for applications requiring a balance of random read and write performance. Exact workload suitability should be verified against the requirements of the target server environment.