HPE 3.84TB NVMe x4 Lanes Read Intensive SFF 2.5" SCN Solid State Drive P10216-B21

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Overview

The HPE 3.84TB NVMe x4 Lanes Read Intensive SFF 2.5" SCN Solid State Drive P10216-B21 is an enterprise-grade solid state drive designed to accelerate data-intensive applications that require high random read performance. With 3.84TB of storage capacity and a PCI Express x4 NVMe interface, this SSD provides fast and efficient storage for demanding server workloads.

Designed for Read Intensive (RI) applications, the HPE P10216-B21 delivers an endurance rating of 1 drive write per day (DWPD). Its 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), hot-pluggable design, and included drive carrier make it suitable for supported HPE server storage configurations.

The drive features HPE Digitally Signed Firmware to help ensure firmware comes from a trusted source. Data Path Protection helps support data integrity, while HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility enables supported management tools to monitor SSD lifespan and identify drives that may be approaching their endurance limits.

Key Features

• 3.84TB enterprise SSD storage capacity
• PCI Express x4 NVMe interface
• Read Intensive (RI) endurance type
• 1 DWPD endurance rating
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• HPE drive carrier included
• Hot-pluggable design
• Data Path Protection
• HPE Digitally Signed Firmware
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility
• Designed for data-intensive enterprise applications
• Internal server storage device
• Operating power consumption of 7.20W

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Manufacturer Part Number: P10216-B21
• Brand Name: HPE
• Product Name: Solid State Drive
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Storage Capacity: 3.84TB
• Features: Data Path Protection
• Endurance (DWPD): 1
• Endurance Type: Read Intensive
• Wireless LAN: No
• Drive Interface: PCI Express
• Drive Interface Standard: PCI Express x4
• Operating Power Consumption: 7.20W
• Drive Type: Internal
• Device Supported: Server

Performance Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 3.84TB
• Interface: PCI Express x4 NVMe
• Endurance Rating: 1 DWPD
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Data Path Protection: Yes
• Operating Power Consumption: 7.20W
• Designed for high random read IOPS workloads
• Suitable for data-intensive server applications

Enterprise Features

• HPE Digitally Signed Firmware: Helps provide assurance that the SSD firmware originates from a trusted source.
• Data Path Protection: Helps support data integrity throughout the storage data path.
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge Compatibility: Enables supported management tools to monitor SSD lifespan and endurance.
• Hot-Pluggable Design: Allows the SSD to be installed or replaced in supported server configurations without shutting down the entire server.
• 2.5-inch SFF Design: Provides a compact storage solution for compatible enterprise server environments.
• HPE Smart Carrier: Self-describing drive indicators help simplify drive status identification and reduce accidental drive removal.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Drive Type: Internal
• Drive Carrier: Yes
• Hot Pluggable: Yes
• Height: 0.6 inches
• Device Supported: Server

Power Consumption

• Operating Power Consumption: 7.20W

Compatible Platforms

The HPE P10216-B21 is designed for compatible HPE enterprise server configurations supporting a 2.5-inch SFF PCI Express x4 NVMe SSD.

Compatibility should be verified against the specific HPE server model, drive bay, backplane, controller configuration, and NVMe support before installation.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P10216-B21 is well suited for enterprise environments requiring high-capacity, read-focused storage, including:

• Data-intensive enterprise applications
• Read-heavy database workloads
• Virtualized server environments
• Enterprise file and data services
• High-performance server storage
• Analytics and data processing workloads
• Frequently accessed enterprise datasets
• HPE server deployments requiring NVMe SFF storage

Why Choose HPE P10216-B21

The HPE P10216-B21 combines 3.84TB of enterprise NVMe storage, a PCI Express x4 interface, and Read Intensive endurance in a compact 2.5-inch SFF design. With a 1 DWPD endurance rating, it is optimized for workloads where read performance is prioritized over sustained heavy write activity.

Enterprise-oriented features such as Data Path Protection, Digitally Signed Firmware, HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility, and hot-plug support make the P10216-B21 a practical storage solution for supported HPE server environments.

Compatibility

The HPE P10216-B21 uses a PCI Express x4 NVMe interface and 2.5-inch SFF form factor with a drive carrier. Before purchasing or installing the SSD, verify that the target HPE server configuration supports PCI Express x4 NVMe SFF drives and the required drive carrier and backplane configuration.

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P10216-B21?
The HPE P10216-B21 provides 3.84TB of enterprise solid state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P10216-B21 use?
The SSD uses a PCI Express x4 NVMe interface.

Is the HPE P10216-B21 a Read Intensive SSD?
Yes. The P10216-B21 is a Read Intensive (RI) SSD with an endurance rating of 1 DWPD.

What is the form factor of the HPE P10216-B21?
The drive uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and has a height of 0.6 inches.

Is the HPE P10216-B21 hot pluggable?
Yes. The SSD is hot pluggable and includes a drive carrier for supported HPE server configurations.

What should I verify before installing the HPE P10216-B21?
Verify that the target HPE server supports a 2.5-inch SFF PCI Express x4 NVMe SSD, along with the appropriate NVMe backplane, drive bay, and carrier configuration.