HPE 1.6TB NVMe High Performance Mixed Use SFF SSD P16497-B21

BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED & RETAIL BOXED WITH THE FULL HPE WARRANTY!!!

Overview

The HPE P16497-B21 1.6TB NVMe High Performance Mixed Use SSD is designed to accelerate data-intensive applications that require high random read and write IOPS performance. With 1.6TB of storage capacity, PCI Express NVMe connectivity, and a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, this SSD provides high-performance enterprise storage for supported HPE ProLiant server platforms.

HPE Mixed Use (MU) Solid State Drives are designed for workloads requiring a balanced combination of read and write operations. The P16497-B21 is well suited for transactional databases, virtualization, enterprise applications, and other demanding workloads that require reliable and responsive storage performance.

The SSD includes HPE Digitally Signed Firmware, which helps ensure that drive firmware comes from a trusted source. The included HPE Smart Carrier provides drive-status indicators and helps reduce the possibility of accidental drive removal.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise solid state drive
• 1.6TB storage capacity
• High-performance NVMe connectivity
• Mixed Use (MU) workload classification
• Designed for high random read and write IOPS workloads
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Hot-swap drive design
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Designed for supported HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus platforms
• Factory sealed and retail boxed
• Full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Mixed Use High Performance
• Model: Universal Connectivity
• Part Number: P16497-B21
• Product Type: Solid State Drive
• Capacity: 1.6 TB
• Workload Type: Mixed Use
• Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5"
• Storage Interface: PCI Express (NVMe)
• Interface: PCI Express (NVMe)
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier
• Packaged Quantity: 1

Performance & Reliability

The HPE P16497-B21 is designed for enterprise workloads that require high random read and write IOPS performance. Its PCI Express NVMe interface provides high-speed storage connectivity for supported HPE server platforms.

HPE Mixed Use SSDs are intended for workloads with both read-intensive and write-intensive operations. This makes the P16497-B21 suitable for applications where consistent storage responsiveness and balanced workload handling are important.

HPE Digitally Signed Firmware helps prevent unauthorized firmware access and provides assurance that the drive firmware comes from a trusted source.

Benefits

• Accelerates data-intensive applications
• Provides 1.6TB of high-speed solid-state storage
• NVMe interface delivers high-performance storage connectivity
• Mixed Use design supports balanced read/write workloads
• Hot-swap design simplifies server maintenance
• HPE Smart Carrier provides drive-status information
• Digitally Signed Firmware helps protect firmware integrity
• Suitable for enterprise server and data-center environments

Compatible HPE Servers

The HPE P16497-B21 is compatible with:

• HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Plus
• HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Plus Entry

Note: Compatibility may depend on the specific server configuration, backplane, controller, firmware, and drive bay. Verify the complete server configuration before purchase.

Ideal Applications

The HPE 1.6TB NVMe Mixed Use SSD is suitable for:

• Enterprise databases
• Transactional database workloads
• Server virtualization
• Data-intensive applications
• Enterprise applications
• High-performance computing
• Data-center storage
• Mixed read/write workloads
• HPE ProLiant server deployments

Why Choose HPE P16497-B21?

• Genuine HPE enterprise SSD
• 1.6TB storage capacity
• High-performance NVMe technology
• Mixed Use workload design
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• Hot-swappable design
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Compatible with supported HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus platforms
• Brand new, factory sealed and retail boxed
• Backed by the full HPE warranty

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P16497-B21 SSD?
The HPE P16497-B21 provides 1.6TB of solid-state storage capacity for enterprise applications and data-intensive workloads.

What interface does the HPE P16497-B21 use?
The SSD uses a PCI Express (NVMe) storage interface for high-performance connectivity.

What type of workload is the HPE P16497-B21 designed for?
The P16497-B21 is a Mixed Use (MU) SSD, designed for workloads requiring a combination of high random read and write IOPS performance.

What is the form factor of the HPE P16497-B21?
The drive features a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is intended for compatible 2.5-inch SFF drive bays.

Does the HPE P16497-B21 include an HPE Smart Carrier?
Yes. The SSD is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier, which provides drive-status indicators and supports hot-swap installation.

Which HPE servers are compatible with the P16497-B21 SSD?
The P16497-B21 is compatible with supported configurations of the HPE ProLiant DL325 Gen10 Plus, DL385 Gen10 Plus, and DL385 Gen10 Plus Entry servers.