HPE 3.84TB NVMe x4 Lanes Read Intensive SFF Solid State Drive P13680-B21

BRAND NEW WITH THE FULL HPE WARRANTY!!!

Overview

The HPE P13680-B21 3.84TB NVMe x4 Lanes Read Intensive Solid State Drive is an enterprise-grade storage solution designed to deliver high-speed performance for compatible HPE server environments. Featuring a PCI Express x4 (NVMe) interface and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, this SSD provides fast data access and responsive storage performance for demanding enterprise workloads.

With 3.84TB of storage capacity, the P13680-B21 is designed for read-intensive applications that require high I/O performance and consistent data access. Its NVMe architecture provides efficient high-speed communication between the storage drive and compatible server infrastructure.

The drive delivers up to 650,000 4KB random read IOPS and 650,000 4KB random write IOPS, providing strong I/O performance for data-intensive applications, virtualization environments, databases, and enterprise workloads.

The SSD also features Digitally Signed Firmware, helping maintain firmware integrity in enterprise environments. With an endurance rating of 1.35 DWPD and 9,461 TB SSD endurance, the P13680-B21 is designed for reliable operation under demanding storage workloads.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise solid state drive
• 3.84TB storage capacity
• Read Intensive (RI) workload design
• PCI Express x4 (NVMe) interface
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• HPE Smart Carrier NVMe included
• Hot-swap drive design
• Up to 650,000 4KB random read IOPS
• Up to 650,000 4KB random write IOPS
• 1.35 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD)
• 9,461 TB SSD endurance
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Enterprise-grade NVMe storage performance
• Designed for compatible HPE server platforms
• Brand new with full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Read Intensive
• Part Number: P13680-B21
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Workload Type: Read Intensive
• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Storage Interface: PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Interface: PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Interfaces: 1 x PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5"
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier NVMe
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 1.35
• SSD Endurance: 9,461 TB
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware

Performance Specifications

The HPE P13680-B21 is engineered for high-performance enterprise storage environments where fast I/O operations are important.

• 4KB Random Read: 650,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 650,000 IOPS
• Drive Writes Per Day: 1.35 DWPD
• SSD Endurance: 9,461 TB

The combination of PCIe x4 NVMe connectivity and high random I/O performance makes this SSD suitable for demanding enterprise applications requiring rapid access to stored data.

Physical Specifications

The P13680-B21 uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is supplied with an HPE Smart Carrier NVMe.

• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Height: 0.6 inch
• Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier NVMe
• Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive

The 2.5-inch SFF format allows the drive to be installed in compatible HPE server configurations that support NVMe storage and the required PCIe connectivity.

Power Consumption

The HPE P13680-B21 provides enterprise NVMe performance while maintaining efficient power usage.

• Idle: 3.35 Watt
• Sequential Read: 8.18 Watt
• Sequential Write: 11.41 Watt
• Random Read: 8.64 Watt
• Random Write: 8.64 Watt
• Random Read/Write: 8.64 Watt
• Maximum: 11.41 Watt

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

Enterprise Features

The P13680-B21 includes Digitally Signed Firmware, which helps ensure firmware integrity by providing assurance that the firmware originates from a trusted source.

The drive also provides 1.35 DWPD endurance and a listed 9,461 TB SSD endurance, making it suitable for enterprise workloads where storage reliability and sustained performance are important.

Installation & Compatibility

The P13680-B21 uses a PCI Express x4 (NVMe) interface in a 2.5-inch SFF form factor. It requires a compatible HPE server configuration with NVMe support and the appropriate PCIe connectivity.

Before purchasing or installing this SSD, verify:

• Exact HPE server model
• 2.5-inch SFF drive bay compatibility
• NVMe backplane support
• PCIe x4 connectivity
• Server firmware compatibility
• Storage controller and configuration requirements
• Operating system and driver support

Physical compatibility alone does not guarantee NVMe compatibility, so the complete server configuration should be checked before installation.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P13680-B21 is suitable for:

• Enterprise server storage
• Read-intensive workloads
• Database applications
• Virtualization environments
• Data-intensive applications
• Enterprise application servers
• High-performance computing
• Frequently accessed data
• Data center infrastructure
• Server storage upgrades
• High-I/O workloads
• HPE ProLiant deployments

Why Choose HPE P13680-B21

The HPE P13680-B21 combines 3.84TB storage capacity, PCIe x4 NVMe connectivity, 2.5-inch SFF design, high random I/O performance, and enterprise endurance in a server-ready storage solution.

With 650,000 4KB random read IOPS, 650,000 4KB random write IOPS, 1.35 DWPD endurance, and 9,461 TB SSD endurance, this drive is designed for demanding enterprise environments where storage performance and durability matter.

The included HPE Smart Carrier NVMe and Digitally Signed Firmware further support deployment in compatible HPE server configurations.

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P13680-B21?
The HPE P13680-B21 provides 3.84TB of solid-state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P13680-B21 use?
The drive uses a PCI Express x4 (NVMe) storage interface.

What is the form factor of the P13680-B21?
The P13680-B21 uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is supplied with an HPE Smart Carrier NVMe.

What are the random read and write IOPS of this SSD?
The drive provides up to 650,000 4KB random read IOPS and 650,000 4KB random write IOPS.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE P13680-B21?
The SSD has a 1.35 DWPD endurance rating and a listed 9,461 TB SSD endurance.

What type of workloads is the P13680-B21 designed for?
The P13680-B21 is an HPE Read Intensive SSD designed for enterprise workloads requiring fast data access, including databases, virtualization, enterprise applications, and other data-intensive workloads.