HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use LFF 3.5 Inch SCC Solid State Drive P09718-B21

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Overview

The HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use LFF 3.5 Inch SCC Solid State Drive P09718-B21 is an enterprise Mixed Use (MU) SSD designed for applications requiring a balance of high random read and write IOPS performance. With 960GB storage capacity, SATA 6Gbps connectivity, and MLC NAND Flash, this SSD provides dependable performance and endurance for compatible HPE server environments.

The P09718-B21 delivers up to 535MBps read and 495MBps write internal data rates, with up to 80,000 4KiB random read IOPS and 31,000 4KiB random write IOPS. Its 3.5 DWPD endurance rating and 6,000 lifetime writes make it suitable for workloads with consistent read and write activity.

Designed in a 3.5-inch LFF form factor, the drive uses a Smart Carrier Converter (SCC) and supports hot-plug installation. Digitally Signed Firmware, HPE Smart Carrier functionality, and HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge support help provide secure deployment and easier SSD lifecycle monitoring.

Key Features

• 960GB enterprise SSD capacity
• Mixed Use (MU) workload classification
• SATA 6Gbps interface
• MLC NAND Flash memory
• Up to 80,000 4KiB random read IOPS
• Up to 31,000 4KiB random write IOPS
• 535MBps internal read performance
• 495MBps internal write performance
• 3.5 DWPD endurance
• 6,000 lifetime writes
• Smart Carrier Converter (SCC)
• HPE Smart Carrier Converter included
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Hot Plug / Hot-Swap support
• 3.5-inch LFF form factor
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility
• Designed for compatible HPE server platforms

Technical Specifications

• Brand: HPE
• MPN / Product ID: P09718-B21
• Device Type: Solid State Drive - Hot-Swap
• Storage Capacity: 960GB
• NAND Flash Memory Type: Multi-level Cell (MLC)
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Interface: SATA 6Gbps
• Plug Type: Hot Plug
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier Converter (SCC)
• Workload Type: Mixed Use
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier Converter
• Lifetime Writes: 6,000
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 3.5
• Drive Transfer Rate: 6Gb/sec external
• Internal Data Rate: 535MBps read / 495MBps write
• Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6Gbps
• Compatible Bay: 3.5-inch LFF

Performance Specifications

The HPE P09718-B21 is designed for mixed-use workloads requiring strong random read and write performance.

• Internal Read Rate: 535MBps
• Internal Write Rate: 495MBps
• External Drive Transfer Rate: 6Gb/sec
• Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 70,000 IOPS
• Max Random Read IOPS (4KiB): 80,000 IOPS @ Q32
• Random Write IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 31,000 IOPS
• Max Random Write IOPS (4KiB): 31,000 IOPS @ Q4
• Endurance: 3.5 DWPD
• Lifetime Writes: 6,000

Enterprise Features

Mixed Use Workload Design

The Mixed Use (MU) classification makes the P09718-B21 suitable for workloads that require a balance of random read and write operations.

Digitally Signed Firmware

Digitally Signed Firmware provides assurance that the drive firmware originates from a trusted source and helps protect against unauthorized firmware access.

Smart Carrier Converter

The Smart Carrier Converter (SCC) provides the physical carrier configuration for the 3.5-inch LFF drive and supports integration into compatible HPE server storage environments.

HPE Smart Carrier Indicators

The HPE Smart Carrier includes status icons designed to make drive status easier to identify. A "do not remove" button helps reduce the risk of accidental removal and potential data loss.

SmartSSD Wear Gauge

HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge functionality allows compatible management tools to monitor SSD lifespan and identify drives that may be approaching their endurance limits.

Enterprise Testing and Qualification

HPE SSDs are backed by extensive testing and qualification to support reliable, high-performing storage deployments in compatible enterprise environments.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Compatible Bay: 3.5-inch LFF
• Carrier Type: Smart Carrier Converter (SCC)
• Hot Plug: Yes
• Height: 5.74 inch
• Width: 10.00 inch
• Depth: 8.63 inch
• Weight: 3.00 lbs

Power Consumption

The supplied specifications list the following power consumption values:

• Idle: 1.12W
• Random Read: 2.57W
• Random Write: 2.57W
• Sequential Read: 1.86W
• Sequential Write: 2.18W
• Random Read/Write: 2.57W
• Maximum Required: 2.18W

Compatible Platforms

The HPE P09718-B21 is designed for compatible HPE server platforms supporting 3.5-inch LFF SATA SSDs and the required Smart Carrier Converter configuration.

Before installation, verify compatibility with the specific HPE server model, generation, storage controller, firmware, drive bay, and carrier configuration.

Ideal Applications

The HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use LFF SSD P09718-B21 is suitable for:

• Enterprise server storage
• Virtualization environments
• Transactional database workloads
• Business applications
• Mixed read/write workloads
• Application hosting
• Data-intensive workloads
• Server-based storage
• Applications requiring strong random IOPS performance
• Compatible HPE server deployments

Why Choose HPE P09718-B21

The HPE P09718-B21 combines 960GB capacity, SATA 6Gbps connectivity, MLC NAND Flash, and 3.5 DWPD endurance in a 3.5-inch LFF hot-swap design.

With up to 80,000 random read IOPS, 31,000 random write IOPS, and internal data rates of up to 535MBps read / 495MBps write, it provides a balanced performance profile for Mixed Use enterprise workloads.

The Smart Carrier Converter, Digitally Signed Firmware, and SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility further support secure deployment, drive-status visibility, and SSD lifecycle management in compatible HPE environments.

Compatibility

• Product: HPE P09718-B21
• Interface: SATA 6Gbps
• Form Factor: 3.5-inch LFF
• Compatible Bay: 3.5-inch LFF
• Installation: Hot Plug / Hot-Swap
• Carrier: Smart Carrier Converter (SCC)
• Workload: Mixed Use
• Platform: Compatible HPE server platforms
• Compatibility Note: Verify the exact HPE server model, generation, storage controller, firmware requirements, supported LFF bay, and carrier configuration before installation.

FAQs

What is the capacity of the HPE P09718-B21?
The HPE P09718-B21 provides 960GB of enterprise SSD storage.

What interface does the HPE P09718-B21 use?
The drive uses a SATA 6Gbps interface with an external drive transfer rate of 6Gb/sec.

Is the HPE P09718-B21 a Mixed Use SSD?
Yes. The P09718-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 P09718-B21?
The drive has an endurance rating of 3.5 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) and a supplied lifetime writes value of 6,000.

What is the form factor of the HPE P09718-B21?
The P09718-B21 uses a 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) design and is compatible with a 3.5-inch LFF bay.

Does the HPE P09718-B21 include a Smart Carrier Converter?
Yes. The P09718-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier Converter and uses a Smart Carrier Converter (SCC) configuration.