HPE 3.84TB SATA 6Gb/s Mixed Use SFF Smart Carrier SSD – P18438-B21

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Overview

The HPE P18438-B21 is a 3.84TB Mixed Use Solid State Drive (SSD) designed for compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms. It features a SATA 6Gbps interface, 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, and an HPE Smart Carrier for supported hot-swap server configurations.

The drive is designed for Mixed Use (MU) workloads, providing solid-state storage for applications that require a combination of read and write operations. Its NAND Flash technology provides improved storage responsiveness, lower latency, and greater power efficiency compared with traditional rotating storage media.

The P18438-B21 is a Multi Vendor SSD and includes an HPE Smart Carrier for compatible HPE server environments.

Key Features

• Genuine HPE enterprise SSD
• 3.84TB storage capacity
• Mixed Use workload classification
• SATA 6Gbps interface
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Hot-swap design
• Multi Vendor configuration
• 600 MBps data transfer rate
• NAND Flash technology
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility
• Designed for compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms
• Factory sealed and retail boxed
• Full HPE warranty

Technical Specifications

Brand: HPE
Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard Enterprise
Part Number / SKU: P18438-B21
Product Type: Solid State Drive
Product Line: HPE Mixed Use
Edition: Multi Vendor
Storage Capacity: 3.84TB
Workload Type: Mixed Use
Drive Type: Hot-Swap Hard Drive
Storage Interface: Serial ATA-600
Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
Packaged Quantity: 1
Weight: 17.64 oz

Physical Specifications

Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
Compatible Bay: 2.5-inch SFF
Drive Type: Hot-Swap
Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
Weight: 17.64 oz

Storage Technology

The HPE P18438-B21 uses solid-state NAND Flash technology to provide storage without the mechanical components found in traditional hard disk drives. This enables improved responsiveness, reduced latency, and greater power efficiency for compatible enterprise storage environments.

HPE SSDs are available in different workload categories, including Read Intensive (RI), Mixed Use (MU), and Write Intensive (WI). The P18438-B21 is classified as a Mixed Use SSD, making it appropriate for applications with a combination of read and write activity.

Mixed Use Workload

The Mixed Use classification makes the P18438-B21 suitable for enterprise applications where storage workloads include both read and write operations.

It can be considered for environments such as databases, virtualization, enterprise applications, and general-purpose server storage where balanced read/write storage performance is required.

Smart Carrier

The P18438-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier for compatible HPE server configurations. The Smart Carrier provides drive-status information and helps reduce the risk of accidental drive removal.

The drive also supports HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility with supported management tools, allowing administrators to monitor SSD lifespan and drive health.

Compatibility

The HPE P18438-B21 is designed for compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms that support 2.5-inch SATA SFF SSD configurations.

Compatibility should be verified against the exact HPE server model, storage controller, drive bay, firmware, and storage configuration before installation.

Benefits

• Provides 3.84TB of enterprise solid-state storage
• SATA 6Gbps connectivity
• Mixed Use workload design
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• Hot-swap capability for supported systems
• Multi Vendor configuration
• 600 MBps data transfer rate
• NAND Flash technology
• Improved responsiveness compared with traditional rotating media
• Designed for compatible HPE server environments

Ideal Applications

• Enterprise server storage
• Mixed read/write workloads
• Database applications
• Virtualization environments
• Data center infrastructure
• Enterprise applications
• Business-critical workloads
• HPE ProLiant server deployments
• HPE Synergy environments
• Storage capacity upgrades

Why Choose HPE P18438-B21

• Genuine HPE enterprise SSD
• 3.84TB storage capacity
• SATA 6Gbps interface
• Mixed Use workload classification
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• HPE Smart Carrier
• Hot-swap design
• Multi Vendor SSD
• NAND Flash technology
• SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility
• Full HPE warranty
• Factory sealed and retail boxed

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P18438-B21 SSD?
The HPE P18438-B21 provides 3.84TB of solid-state storage capacity.

What interface does the HPE P18438-B21 use?
The drive uses a SATA 6Gbps interface with a listed data transfer rate of 600 MBps.

What is the form factor of the HPE P18438-B21?
The SSD uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design and is compatible with 2.5-inch SFF drive bays.

What type of workload is the HPE P18438-B21 designed for?
The P18438-B21 is a Mixed Use (MU) SSD, making it suitable for applications involving a combination of read and write operations.

Does the HPE P18438-B21 include a Smart Carrier?
Yes. The drive is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier, designed for compatible HPE server configurations.

Which systems are compatible with the HPE P18438-B21?
The SSD is designed for compatible HPE ProLiant and HPE Synergy platforms supporting 2.5-inch SATA SFF storage. Exact compatibility should be verified against the specific server model and configuration.