HPE 480GB SATA M.2 2280 DS Solid State Drive 875490-B21

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Overview

The HPE 875490-B21 is a 480GB Mixed Use (MU) solid state drive designed for applications requiring a balance of high random read and write IOPS performance. It uses Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND Flash and a compact M.2 2280 form factor, making it suitable for compatible HPE systems supporting M.2 SATA storage.

The drive provides a SATA 6Gb/s interface with a stated external transfer rate of 600 MBps. It delivers up to 60,000 IOPS for 4KB random reads and 34,000 IOPS for 4KB random writes, with maximum 4KB random read performance reaching 68,000 IOPS.

With a specified endurance rating of 1.5 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD), the HPE 875490-B21 is designed for Mixed Use workloads involving both read and write activity. It also includes Digitally Signed Firmware and HPE SmartSSD management features described in the supplied product information.

Key Features

• 480GB storage capacity
• Mixed Use (MU) workload classification
• M.2 2280 form factor
• TLC NAND Flash memory
• SATA 6Gb/s interface
• 600 MBps external drive transfer rate
• 60,000 IOPS 4KB random read performance
• 34,000 IOPS 4KB random write performance
• Up to 68,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read performance
• 1.5 DWPD endurance rating
• 130 µs average latency
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge functionality as described in the supplied product information
• Designed for compatible HPE systems with M.2 2280 SATA support

Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Solid state drive - internal
• Product ID: 875490-B21
• Capacity: 480 GB
• Workload: Mixed Use
• NAND Flash Memory Type: Triple-level cell (TLC)
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Drive Writes Per Day: 1.5 DWPD
• External Drive Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• Internal Data Rate (Read): 500 MBps
• Internal Data Rate (Write): 400 MBps
• Average Latency: 130 µs
• Interfaces: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: M.2 2280

Performance Specifications

• 4KB Random Read: 60,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 34,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Read: 68,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Write: 34,000 IOPS
• Sequential/Internal Read Rate: 500 MBps
• Sequential/Internal Write Rate: 400 MBps
• External Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• Average Latency: 130 µs
• Endurance: 1.5 DWPD
• Workload: Mixed Use

Enterprise Features

• Mixed Use Design: Designed to provide balanced read and write performance for enterprise workloads with varied I/O activity.
• Digitally Signed Firmware: Helps provide assurance that the SSD firmware comes from a trusted source.
• HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge: The supplied product description identifies SmartSSD Wear Gauge functionality for monitoring SSD lifespan through supported management tools.
• Enterprise Testing: HPE Mixed Use SSDs are described as being backed by over 3.35 million hours of testing and qualification.
• Data Protection: The supplied description references HPE Smart Carrier status indicators and a "do not remove" button; physical Smart Carrier inclusion is not specified for this M.2 configuration.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Drive Type: Internal solid state drive
• Capacity: 480 GB
• Compatible Bay: M.2 2280
• NAND Type: TLC

Interface and Connectivity

• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Interface Standard: SATA
• Interface Speed: 6 Gb/s
• External Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• Internal Read Rate: 500 MBps
• Internal Write Rate: 400 MBps
• Connector: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Compatible Bay: M.2 2280

Compatibility

The supplied specifications identify the M.2 2280 compatible bay but do not provide a specific HPE server compatibility list.

The HPE 875490-B21 should therefore be installed only in HPE systems that specifically support M.2 2280 SATA SSDs. Verify the exact server model, generation, M.2 slot, storage configuration, controller requirements, and firmware support before installation.

Ideal Applications

• Enterprise Mixed Use workloads
• Transactional database workloads
• Data-intensive applications
• Virtualization environments
• Application server storage
• Workloads requiring balanced read/write performance
• HPE server storage configurations
• Systems requiring compact M.2 SATA storage

Why Choose 875490-B21

The HPE 875490-B21 combines 480GB of storage, TLC NAND Flash, and a compact M.2 2280 design with strong Mixed Use performance. It provides up to 60,000 4KB random read IOPS and 34,000 4KB random write IOPS, making it suitable for workloads that require both read and write activity.

Its 1.5 DWPD endurance rating, 500 MBps internal read rate, 400 MBps internal write rate, and Digitally Signed Firmware provide a combination of performance, endurance, and enterprise-oriented functionality. The M.2 2280 form factor also provides a compact storage option for compatible HPE systems.

Compatibility Specifications

• Compatible Bay: M.2 2280
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Interface Speed: 6 Gb/s
• External Transfer Rate: 600 MBps
• Capacity: 480 GB
• NAND Flash: TLC
• Workload: Mixed Use
• Endurance: 1.5 DWPD
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Connector: 1 x SATA 6 Gb/s
• Drive Type: Internal SSD
• Firmware: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Compatibility Verification: Confirm the exact HPE system model, generation, M.2 slot, storage configuration, controller requirements, and firmware support before installation.

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE 875490-B21?
The HPE 875490-B21 has a 480GB storage capacity and is designed as a Mixed Use solid state drive.

What type of NAND Flash does the HPE 875490-B21 use?
The drive uses Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND Flash memory.

What is the random IOPS performance of the HPE 875490-B21?
The drive provides 60,000 IOPS for 4KB random reads and 34,000 IOPS for 4KB random writes. Maximum 4KB random read performance is specified at 68,000 IOPS.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE 875490-B21?
The HPE 875490-B21 has an endurance rating of 1.5 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD).

What interface and form factor does the HPE 875490-B21 use?
The drive uses a SATA 6Gb/s interface and an M.2 2280 form factor. Its external drive transfer rate is specified as 600 MBps.

Which HPE servers are compatible with the HPE 875490-B21?
The supplied information does not provide an exact server compatibility list. The drive is specified for an M.2 2280 compatible bay, so the target HPE system must specifically support M.2 2280 SATA storage. Verify the exact system configuration before installation.