HPE 3.2TB NVMe x4 Lanes Mixed Use SSD P13701-B21

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Overview

TheHPE P13701-B21 3.2TB NVMe Mixed Use SSD is a high-performance enterprise solid state drive designed for HPE ProLiant servers and HPE Synergy platforms. Using a PCI Express x4 NVMe interface, this 2.5-inch SFF SSD provides significantly faster storage performance and lower latency than traditional SATA-based storage.

Designed for Mixed Use (MU) workloads, the drive is suitable for applications requiring a combination of intensive read and write operations. It features an HPE Smart Carrier NVMe, hot-swap capability, and digitally signed firmware for enterprise environments where performance, reliability, and secure firmware are important.

The P13701-B21 provides 3.2TB of storage capacity in a compact 2.5-inch SFF form factor, making it suitable for data centers, virtualization environments, enterprise applications, and other performance-intensive workloads.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise SSD
• 3.2TB storage capacity
• NVMe PCI Express x4 interface
• Mixed Use workload classification
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Hot-swap drive design
• HPE Smart Carrier NVMe included
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• High-performance enterprise storage
• Designed for supported HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms
• Factory sealed and retail boxed
• Backed by the full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Mixed Use
• Part Number: P13701-B21
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Workload Type: Mixed Use
• Capacity: 3.2 TB
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Storage Interface: PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Interface: PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Interfaces: 1 x PCI Express x4 (NVMe)
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier NVMe
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Color Category: Red, Silver, Black

Performance & Enterprise Features

The HPE P13701-B21 is designed to handle mixed-use enterprise workloads, where both read and write operations are important. Its NVMe PCIe x4 connectivity provides a high-speed storage path between the SSD and compatible server hardware.

The Digitally Signed Firmware feature helps provide assurance that the drive firmware originates from a trusted source. The HPE Smart Carrier NVMe also provides an enterprise-oriented drive installation and management solution for supported HPE systems.

Form Factor & Installation

The drive uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is supplied with an HPE Smart Carrier NVMe. Its hot-swap configuration allows supported HPE server environments to replace or install drives without requiring the entire server to be powered down.

Before installation, verify that your server supports NVMe PCIe x4 drives and the specific HPE Smart Carrier configuration, as NVMe compatibility differs from standard SAS and SATA drive bays.

Compatible HPE Platforms

The HPE P13701-B21 is designed for use with supported HPE ProLiant servers and HPE Synergy platforms that provide compatible 2.5-inch NVMe drive bays and PCIe connectivity.

Always verify the exact server configuration, backplane, controller, and drive-bay compatibility before purchasing or installing the SSD.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P13701-B21 is suitable for:

• Enterprise server storage
• Virtualization environments
• Database applications
• Data-intensive workloads
• Mixed read/write workloads
• High-performance computing
• Enterprise application servers
• Data center infrastructure
• HPE ProLiant server upgrades
• HPE Synergy storage configurations

Why Choose HPE P13701-B21?

The P13701-B21 combines 3.2TB capacity, NVMe PCIe x4 connectivity, Mixed Use endurance characteristics, and an enterprise 2.5-inch SFF design. It is a practical choice when compatible HPE infrastructure requires faster NVMe storage for workloads involving both read and write activity.

Its HPE Smart Carrier NVMe, hot-swap design, and digitally signed firmware further support deployment in enterprise server environments.

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P13701-B21?
The HPE P13701-B21 provides 3.2TB of solid-state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P13701-B21 use?
The drive uses a PCI Express x4 (NVMe) storage interface for high-speed data transfer.

What type of workload is the HPE P13701-B21 designed for?
The P13701-B21 is classified as a Mixed Use (MU) SSD, making it suitable for workloads involving both read and write operations.

What is the form factor of the HPE P13701-B21?
It uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is supplied with an HPE Smart Carrier NVMe.

Does the HPE P13701-B21 support hot swapping?
Yes. The drive is specified as a hot-swap hard drive, allowing installation or replacement in compatible HPE server configurations.

Does the HPE P13701-B21 have digitally signed firmware?
Yes. The drive includes Digitally Signed Firmware, providing an additional level of firmware authenticity and security for supported enterprise deployments.