HPE 240GB SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive SFF 2.5" Solid State Drive P09685-B21

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Overview

The HPE 240GB SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive SFF 2.5" Solid State Drive P09685-B21 is designed to accelerate the performance of data-intensive applications that require reliable storage and strong random read performance. With 240GB storage capacity, SATA 6Gb/s connectivity, and Read Intensive (RI) endurance, this SSD is suitable for supported HPE server environments and read-focused enterprise workloads.

The P09685-B21 features a compact 2.5-inch SFF form factor, MLC NAND Flash memory, and a 0.8 DWPD endurance rating. It delivers up to 79,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read performance, making it well suited for applications where fast read access is an important requirement.

HPE SSDs are backed by more than 3.35 million hours of testing and qualification to help ensure reliable, high-performing drives. The SSD also features HPE Digitally Signed Firmware, while HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge support helps monitor SSD lifespan and identify drives that may be at risk of failure.

Key Features

• 240GB storage capacity
• SATA 6Gb/s storage interface
• Read Intensive (RI) workload classification
• MLC NAND Flash memory
• 0.8 DWPD endurance
• 70,000 IOPS 4KB random read
• Up to 79,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read
• 14,000 IOPS 4KB random write
• 600 MBps data transfer rate
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• HPE Digitally Signed Firmware
• 1 x SATA 6Gb/s interface
• WEEE compliant
• Backed by the full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Read Intensive
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Hard Drive Type: Internal hard drive
• Storage Capacity: 240GB
• Storage Interface: Serial ATA-600
• Interface: Serial ATA-600
• Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6Gb/s
• NAND Flash Memory Type: Multi-level Cell (MLC)
• Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 0.8 DWPD
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
• Compliant Standards: WEEE

Performance Specifications

• Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• 4KB Random Read: 70,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Read: 79,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 14,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Write: 14,000 IOPS
• Endurance: 0.8 DWPD
• Interface Speed: SATA 6Gb/s

The P09685-B21 is optimized for Read Intensive workloads, with its performance profile focused primarily on random read operations.

Enterprise Features

• HPE Digitally Signed Firmware helps provide assurance that the drive firmware comes from a trusted source.
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge enables supported management tools to monitor SSD lifespan and identify drives that may be approaching their endurance limits.
• HPE SSDs are backed by more than 3.35 million hours of testing and qualification to support enterprise reliability.
• The 2.5-inch SFF design provides a compact storage solution for compatible HPE server configurations.
• MLC NAND Flash provides the storage media used by this enterprise SSD.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5 inches
• Form Factor (Short) (Metric): 6.4 cm
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
• Height: 0.3 inch
• Drive Type: Internal hard drive
• Compliant Standard: WEEE

Power Consumption

No specific power consumption value was provided in the supplied specifications for the HPE P09685-B21, so no unsupported power figure is added.

Compatible Platforms

The HPE P09685-B21 is designed for supported HPE enterprise server configurations featuring a compatible 2.5-inch SFF SATA drive bay.

Before installation, verify the specific HPE server model, generation, drive bay configuration, storage controller, and supported SSD options to ensure compatibility.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P09685-B21 240GB Read Intensive SSD is suitable for:

• Read-intensive enterprise applications
• Data-intensive applications
• Database workloads
• Virtualized server environments
• Application hosting
• Enterprise file storage
• Server storage expansion
• Applications requiring strong random read IOPS
• Supported HPE server storage configurations

Why Choose HPE P09685-B21

The HPE P09685-B21 combines 240GB storage capacity, SATA 6Gb/s connectivity, and up to 79,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read performance in a compact 2.5-inch SFF design.

With 0.8 DWPD endurance, MLC NAND Flash, Digitally Signed Firmware, and HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge support, this SSD provides an enterprise-focused storage solution for supported HPE servers and Read Intensive workloads.

Compatibility

• Storage Capacity: 240GB
• Interface: Serial ATA-600 / SATA 6Gb/s
• Interface Connection: 1 x SATA 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Endurance: 0.8 DWPD
• Installation: Internal hard drive
• Supported Device: Server
• Compatibility: Supported HPE enterprise server configurations with compatible 2.5-inch SFF SATA drive bays

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P09685-B21?
The HPE P09685-B21 provides 240GB of storage capacity and is designed for supported HPE enterprise server environments.

What interface does the HPE P09685-B21 use?
The drive uses a Serial ATA-600 / SATA 6Gb/s interface and features 1 x SATA 6Gb/s connection.

What type of workload is the P09685-B21 designed for?
The P09685-B21 is an HPE Read Intensive (RI) SSD, designed for applications that require reliable storage and strong random read performance.

What is the random read performance of this SSD?
The drive provides 70,000 IOPS for 4KB random read and up to 79,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE P09685-B21?
The P09685-B21 has an endurance rating of 0.8 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day).

What form factor does the HPE P09685-B21 use?
The SSD uses a 2.5-inch SFF (6.4 cm) form factor and is designed for compatible 2.5-inch SFF server bays.