HPE 1.92TB SAS 12G Read Intensive SFF 2.5" SC SAS Solid State Drive P10442-B21

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Overview

The HPE P10442-B21 1.92TB SAS 12G Read Intensive SFF 2.5" Solid State Drive is an enterprise-grade SSD designed for applications requiring high random read performance, low latency, and dependable storage. With 1.92TB of storage capacity, a 12Gb/s SAS interface, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, this SSD is built for compatible HPE server environments.

The P10442-B21 is part of the HPE Read Intensive (RI) SSD product line and is optimized for workloads with a high proportion of read operations. It delivers up to 97,000 4KB random read IOPS and 36,000 4KB random write IOPS, providing responsive storage performance for enterprise applications and data-intensive workloads.

HPE 12Gb SAS Read Intensive SSDs use full-duplex, bidirectional data transfer, providing greater I/O bandwidth compared with 6Gb SATA interfaces. The P10442-B21 is also an HPE Value SAS solution, offering enterprise SAS connectivity and Read Intensive performance at a cost-effective price point.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise solid state drive
• 1.92TB storage capacity
• 12Gb/s SAS interface
• Read Intensive (RI) workload design
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Hot-swap drive design
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Up to 97,000 4KB random read IOPS
• Up to 36,000 4KB random write IOPS
• 1 DWPD endurance rating
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• HPE Value SAS technology
• Full-duplex SAS data transfer
• 1 x SAS interface
• Compatible with 2.5-inch SFF bays
• Factory sealed and retail boxed
• Full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Read Intensive
• Product Model: P10442-B21
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Type: Solid State Drive
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Capacity: 1.92 TB
• Storage Interface: Serial Attached SCSI
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• 4KB Random Read: 97,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 36,000 IOPS
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 1
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware, HP Value
• Interfaces: 1 x SAS
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Power Consumption: 7.26 Watt

Performance Specifications

The HPE P10442-B21 is engineered for Read Intensive workloads, delivering strong random read performance for applications that frequently access stored data.

The SSD provides up to 97,000 4KB random read IOPS and 36,000 4KB random write IOPS. Its 1.2 GBps data transfer rate provides high-speed connectivity for supported enterprise server environments.

Performance Highlights

• Capacity: 1.92 TB
• Random Read Performance: 97,000 IOPS
• Random Write Performance: 36,000 IOPS
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• Interface: SAS
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Endurance: 1 DWPD

Enterprise Features

HPE Smart Carrier

The P10442-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier, providing drive status indicators for supported HPE server configurations. The Smart Carrier helps simplify drive identification and management during server operation and maintenance.

Digitally Signed Firmware

The drive features Digitally Signed Firmware, helping provide assurance that the drive firmware comes from a trusted source. This feature is useful for enterprise environments where firmware integrity is important.

12Gb SAS Connectivity

The HPE 12Gb SAS Read Intensive SSD platform supports full-duplex, bidirectional data transfer, providing greater I/O bandwidth compared with traditional 6Gb SATA interfaces.

Physical Specifications

The P10442-B21 uses a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design for compatible HPE server storage bays.

• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5"
• Form Factor (Short) (Metric): 6.4 cm
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Height: 0.6 inch
• Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
• Color Category: Red, Black

Power Consumption

The HPE P10442-B21 has a specified power consumption of 7.26 Watt.

Actual power consumption may vary depending on workload, server configuration, operating conditions, and system environment.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P10442-B21 is designed for enterprise environments where high read performance and reliable storage are important.

Typical applications include:

• Read caching
• Web servers
• Social media workloads
• Boot and swap operations
• Enterprise applications
• Read-intensive databases
• Data center storage
• Virtualized server environments
• HPE server storage upgrades
• Mission-critical applications with high read activity

Why Choose HPE P10442-B21

The HPE P10442-B21 combines 1.92TB storage capacity, SAS connectivity, and Read Intensive performance in a compact 2.5-inch SFF hot-swap design.

With up to 97,000 4KB random read IOPS, the SSD is designed for applications requiring fast access to frequently read data. Its 1 DWPD endurance rating, HPE Smart Carrier, and Digitally Signed Firmware provide enterprise-focused features for compatible HPE server environments.

Compatibility

The P10442-B21 is designed for compatible HPE server configurations that support 2.5-inch SFF SAS storage.

Compatibility may depend on the specific HPE server model, SAS controller, backplane, firmware, and storage configuration. Always verify the exact system compatibility before installation.

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P10442-B21?
The HPE P10442-B21 provides 1.92TB of solid-state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P10442-B21 use?
The P10442-B21 uses a SAS interface with a specified data transfer rate of 1.2 GBps.

What are the random read and write IOPS of this SSD?
The drive provides up to 97,000 4KB random read IOPS and 36,000 4KB random write IOPS.

What is the form factor of the HPE P10442-B21?
The SSD uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) and is designed for compatible 2.5-inch SFF server bays.

What type of workload is the P10442-B21 designed for?
The P10442-B21 is a Read Intensive (RI) SSD designed for workloads with high read activity, including read caching, web servers, boot and swap operations, and other enterprise applications.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE P10442-B21?
The SSD has a 1 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) endurance rating.