HPE 480GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF 2.5 Inch SC SSD Solid State Drive P09712-B21

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Overview

The HPE 480GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF 2.5 Inch SC SSD Solid State Drive P09712-B21 is an enterprise Mixed Use (MU) SSD designed for HPE server environments requiring a balance of random read and write performance, endurance, and power efficiency. With 480GB storage capacity, SATA 6Gbps connectivity, and MLC NAND Flash, this SSD provides reliable storage performance for a variety of business and enterprise workloads.

The P09712-B21 delivers up to 535MBps internal read performance and 495MBps internal write performance, with up to 80,000 IOPS 4KB random read and 29,000 IOPS 4KB random write. Its 3.5 DWPD endurance rating makes it suitable for workloads with regular read and write activity.

Built in a compact 2.5-inch SFF form factor, the drive includes an HPE Smart Carrier and supports hot-swap installation. Digitally Signed Firmware helps provide trusted firmware integrity, while HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility supports SSD lifecycle monitoring through compatible management tools.

Key Features

• 480GB enterprise SSD capacity
• Mixed Use (MU) workload classification
• SATA 6Gbps storage interface
• MLC NAND Flash memory
• Up to 80,000 IOPS 4KB random read
• Up to 29,000 IOPS 4KB random write
• Up to 535MBps internal read performance
• Up to 495MBps internal write performance
• 3.5 DWPD endurance
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Hot-Swap drive design
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• 6.4cm SFF metric form factor
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility
• Designed for compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard, HPE Smart Buy Express
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Mixed Use
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-Swap Hard Drive
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5-inch
• Form Factor (Short) (Metric): 6.4cm
• Storage Interface: Serial ATA-600
• Interface: Serial ATA-600 / SATA 6Gbps
• Storage Capacity: 480GB
• NAND Flash Memory Type: Multi-level Cell (MLC)
• Data Transfer Rate: 600MBps
• Internal Data Rate: 535MBps
• Internal Data Rate (Write): 495MBps
• 4KB Random Read: 80,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 29,000 IOPS
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 3.5 DWPD
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF

Performance Specifications

The HPE P09712-B21 is designed for Mixed Use workloads that require consistent random read and write performance.

• Internal Read Rate: 535MBps
• Internal Write Rate: 495MBps
• External Data Transfer Rate: 600MBps
• 4KB Random Read: 80,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 29,000 IOPS
• Endurance: 3.5 DWPD
• NAND Technology: MLC NAND Flash

Enterprise Features

Mixed Use Workload Design

The HPE Mixed Use (MU) classification is designed for applications requiring a balance of random read and write IOPS performance, making the P09712-B21 suitable for a range of enterprise workloads.

Digitally Signed Firmware

Digitally Signed Firmware helps provide assurance that the SSD firmware originates from a trusted source and supports secure deployment in compatible HPE environments.

HPE Smart Carrier

The included HPE Smart Carrier provides drive-status information through self-describing indicators, helping administrators identify drive status more easily.

Hot-Swap Capability

The hot-swap design supports installation and replacement in compatible HPE server storage bays designed for hot-pluggable drives, subject to the server configuration.

SmartSSD Wear Gauge

HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility through supported management tools enables administrators to monitor SSD lifespan and identify drives that may be approaching their endurance limits.

Power-Efficient Solid-State Storage

The drive uses NAND Flash technology and is designed to provide improved performance and power efficiency compared with traditional rotating storage media.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5-inch
• Form Factor (Short) (Metric): 6.4cm
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
• Drive Type: Hot-Swap Hard Drive
• Bundled Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
• Height: 0.3 inch

Power Consumption

The supplied specifications list the following power consumption values:

• Idle: 1.12W
• Random Read: 2.55W
• Random Write: 2.55W
• Random Read/Write: 2.55W
• Sequential Read: 1.86W
• Sequential Write: 2.16W
• Maximum: 2.16W

Compatible Platforms

The HPE P09712-B21 is designed for compatible HPE ProLiant server series and HPE Synergy platforms supporting 2.5-inch SFF SATA SSDs.

The supplied product description identifies support for HPE ProLiant servers including Gen9 and compatible server storage platforms. Exact compatibility should be verified against the specific server model, generation, storage controller, firmware, drive bay, and carrier configuration.

Ideal Applications

The HPE 480GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SSD P09712-B21 is suitable for:

• Enterprise server storage
• Virtualization environments
• Database applications
• Business applications
• Mixed read/write workloads
• Application hosting
• Server-based storage
• Workloads requiring strong random IOPS performance
• Applications requiring SSD endurance
• Compatible HPE ProLiant deployments
• Compatible HPE Synergy environments

Why Choose HPE P09712-B21

The HPE P09712-B21 combines 480GB capacity, SATA 6Gbps connectivity, MLC NAND Flash, and 3.5 DWPD endurance in a compact 2.5-inch SFF enterprise SSD.

With up to 80,000 4KB random read IOPS, 29,000 4KB random write IOPS, and internal data rates of up to 535MBps read / 495MBps write, it provides a balanced performance profile for Mixed Use workloads.

The combination of HPE Smart Carrier, Digitally Signed Firmware, Hot-Swap capability, and SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility supports easier installation, secure firmware management, and SSD lifecycle monitoring in compatible HPE environments.

Compatibility

• Product: HPE P09712-B21
• Interface: SATA 6Gbps
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
• Installation: Hot-Swap / Hot Plug
• Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
• Workload: Mixed Use
• Platform: Compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms
• Compatibility Note: Verify the exact HPE server model, generation, storage controller, firmware requirements, supported drive bay, and carrier configuration before installation.

FAQs

What is the capacity of the HPE P09712-B21?
The HPE P09712-B21 provides 480GB of enterprise SSD storage.

What interface does the HPE P09712-B21 use?
The drive uses a SATA 6Gbps interface, also specified as Serial ATA-600, with a data transfer rate of up to 600MBps.

Is the HPE P09712-B21 a Mixed Use SSD?
Yes. The P09712-B21 is an HPE Mixed Use (MU) SSD, designed for workloads requiring a balance of random read and write performance.

What is the endurance rating of the P09712-B21?
The drive has an endurance rating of 3.5 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day).

What is the form factor of the HPE P09712-B21?
The P09712-B21 uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is compatible with a 2.5-inch SFF bay.

Does the HPE P09712-B21 include an HPE Smart Carrier?
Yes. The P09712-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier, which provides drive-status information and supports easier management of the installed SSD.