HPE 3.84TB SAS 12G Read Intensive SFF 2.5" SC SAS Solid State Drive P10444-B21

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Overview

The HPE P10444-B21 3.84TB SAS 12G Read Intensive SFF 2.5" Solid State Drive is an enterprise-class SSD designed for applications requiring high random read performance, low latency, and reliable storage. With 3.84TB of capacity, a 12Gb/s SAS interface, and a compact 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, this drive is well suited for compatible HPE server environments.

The P10444-B21 is part of the HPE Read Intensive (RI) SSD family and is optimized for workloads with a high proportion of read operations. It provides up to 102,000 4KB random read IOPS and 37,000 4KB random write IOPS, delivering responsive storage performance for demanding enterprise applications.

HPE 12Gb SAS Read Intensive SSDs use a full-duplex, bidirectional SAS interface, providing greater I/O bandwidth compared with 6Gb SATA interfaces. The P10444-B21 is also an HPE Value SAS SSD, offering a cost-effective storage solution for organizations looking for enterprise SAS connectivity and read-intensive performance.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise solid state drive
• 3.84TB 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 102,000 4KB random read IOPS
• Up to 37,000 4KB random write IOPS
• 1 DWPD endurance rating
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• HPE Value SAS technology
• Full-duplex SAS data transfer
• 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s 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: P10444-B21
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Type: Solid State Drive
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• Storage Interface: Serial Attached SCSI 3
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI 3
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• 4KB Random Read: 102,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 37,000 IOPS
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 1
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware, HP Value
• Interfaces: 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Power Consumption: 7.96 Watt

Performance Specifications

The HPE P10444-B21 is engineered for Read Intensive workloads, delivering high random read performance for applications that frequently access stored data.

The SSD delivers up to 102,000 4KB random read IOPS and 37,000 4KB random write IOPS. Its 12Gb/s SAS interface provides a data transfer rate of up to 1.2 GBps, helping provide high I/O bandwidth for supported enterprise server environments.

Performance Highlights

• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• Random Read Performance: 102,000 IOPS
• Random Write Performance: 37,000 IOPS
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Endurance: 1 DWPD

Enterprise Features

HPE Smart Carrier

The P10444-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier, which helps provide drive status information for supported HPE server environments. The carrier is designed to make drive monitoring and identification easier during server operation and maintenance.

Digitally Signed Firmware

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

12Gb SAS Connectivity

The 12Gb/s SAS interface supports full-duplex, bidirectional data transfer, providing greater I/O bandwidth compared with traditional 6Gb SATA interfaces. This makes the drive suitable for enterprise workloads requiring responsive storage access.

Physical Specifications

The P10444-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 P10444-B21 has a specified power consumption of 7.96 Watt.

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

Ideal Applications

The HPE P10444-B21 is designed for enterprise workloads where high read performance is a priority.

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 P10444-B21

The HPE P10444-B21 combines 3.84TB of storage capacity, 12Gb/s SAS connectivity, and strong Read Intensive performance in a compact 2.5-inch SFF design.

With up to 102,000 random read IOPS, the SSD is designed for applications that require fast access to frequently read data. Its 1 DWPD endurance rating, HPE Smart Carrier, and Digitally Signed Firmware add enterprise-oriented functionality while maintaining the cost advantages of an HPE Value SAS solution.

Compatibility

The P10444-B21 is designed for compatible HPE server configurations that support 2.5-inch SFF SAS storage.

Compatibility can 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 P10444-B21?
The HPE P10444-B21 provides 3.84TB of solid-state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P10444-B21 use?
The P10444-B21 uses a 12Gb/s SAS interface with a Serial Attached SCSI 3 storage interface.

What are the random read and write IOPS of this SSD?
The drive provides up to 102,000 4KB random read IOPS and 37,000 4KB random write IOPS.

What is the form factor of the HPE P10444-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 P10444-B21 designed for?
The P10444-B21 is a Read Intensive (RI) SSD designed for workloads with high read activity, such as read caching, web servers, boot/swap operations, and other enterprise applications.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE P10444-B21?
The SSD has a 1 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) endurance rating.