HPE 400GB SAS 12Gb/s Write Intensive SFF Solid State Drive P04541-B21

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Overview

The HPE P04541-B21 is a 400GB SAS 12Gb/s Write Intensive (WI) Solid State Drive designed for enterprise applications requiring high random read and write IOPS performance, high endurance, and dependable storage operation. Its 2.5-inch SFF form factor, HPE Smart Carrier, and hot-swap capability make it suitable for supported HPE server configurations.

The drive provides a 1.2 GBps data transfer rate, with 104,000 IOPS 4KB random read and 115,000 IOPS 4KB random write performance. With maximum random read performance of 165,000 IOPS and 10 DWPD endurance, the P04541-B21 is designed for write-intensive enterprise workloads.

Key Features

• 400GB storage capacity
• SAS 12Gb/s interface
• Write Intensive (WI) workload classification
• 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• HPE Smart Carrier included
• 104,000 IOPS 4KB random read
• 115,000 IOPS 4KB random write
• Up to 165,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read
• 1.2 GBps data transfer rate
• 10 DWPD endurance
• 7,300 TB SSD endurance
• Digitally Signed Firmware
• Hot-swap capability
• 0.6-inch SFF height

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Brand: HPE
• Product Line: HPE Write Intensive
• Bundled With: HPE Smart Carrier
• Packaged Quantity: 1
• Type: Solid State Drive
• Hard Drive Type: Hot-swap hard drive
• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Form Factor (Short): 2.5"
• Form Factor (Short) (Metric): 6.4 cm
• Storage Interface: Serial Attached SCSI 3
• Interface: Serial Attached SCSI 3
• Capacity: 400 GB
• NAND Flash Memory Type: Multi-level cell (MLC)
• Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBps
• Internal Data Rate: 1075 MBps
• Internal Data Rate (Write): 1030 MBps
• 4KB Random Read: 104,000 IOPS
• 4KB Random Write: 115,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Read: 165,000 IOPS
• Maximum 4KB Random Write: 115,000 IOPS
• Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD): 10
• SSD Endurance: 7,300 TB
• Features: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Interfaces: 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Color Category: Silver, Black

Performance Specifications

The HPE P04541-B21 provides a 1.2 GBps data transfer rate, with an internal data rate of 1075 MBps for read operations and 1030 MBps for write operations.

For random workloads, the SSD delivers 104,000 IOPS for 4KB random read and 115,000 IOPS for 4KB random write. Maximum 4KB random read performance reaches 165,000 IOPS, while maximum 4KB random write performance is 115,000 IOPS.

The 10 DWPD endurance rating makes this SSD intended for enterprise workloads involving substantial and frequent data writes.

Enterprise Features

The HPE Smart Carrier provides a carrier solution for supported HPE server configurations and includes self-describing drive-status indicators.

The Digitally Signed Firmware feature helps provide assurance that the drive firmware comes from a trusted source. The drive also supports HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility, allowing supported management tools to monitor SSD lifespan and identify potential endurance-related concerns.

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Form Factor (Metric): 6.4 cm SFF
• Height: 0.6 inch
• Carrier Type: HPE Smart Carrier
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Installation: Hot-swap
• Drive Type: Internal Solid State Drive
• NAND Flash Type: Multi-level cell (MLC)
• Packaged Quantity: 1

Compatibility

The HPE P04541-B21 is designed for supported HPE enterprise server configurations featuring a compatible 2.5-inch SFF SAS drive bay and 12Gb/s SAS connectivity.

Before installation, verify the specific HPE server model, generation, drive cage, storage controller, firmware, and supported SAS SSD configuration.

Ideal Applications

The HPE P04541-B21 400GB Write Intensive SSD is suitable for:

• Write-intensive enterprise applications
• Database workloads
• Transactional applications
• Virtualization environments
• Cloud computing
• Enterprise application hosting
• Data-intensive workloads
• High-frequency write operations
• Server storage expansion
• Applications requiring high random write IOPS
• Supported HPE server configurations

Why Choose HPE P04541-B21

The HPE P04541-B21 combines 400GB storage capacity, 12Gb/s SAS connectivity, and a compact 2.5-inch SFF form factor with high endurance and strong random I/O performance.

With 10 DWPD endurance, 115,000 IOPS 4KB random write, 165,000 IOPS maximum 4KB random read, an HPE Smart Carrier, and Digitally Signed Firmware, the drive is designed for supported enterprise server environments with demanding write workloads.

Compatibility

• Storage Capacity: 400 GB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Interface Connection: 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5" SFF
• Compatible Bay: 2.5" SFF
• Carrier: HPE Smart Carrier
• Workload Type: Write Intensive
• Endurance: 10 DWPD
• SSD Endurance: 7,300 TB
• Installation: Hot-swap
• Drive Height: 0.6 inch
• NAND Flash: Multi-level cell (MLC)
• Firmware: Digitally Signed Firmware
• Supported Device: Server

FAQs

What is the storage capacity of the HPE P04541-B21?
The HPE P04541-B21 provides 400GB of storage capacity and is designed for enterprise Write Intensive workloads.

What interface does the HPE P04541-B21 use?
The P04541-B21 uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface with a 1.2 GBps data transfer rate.

What type of workload is the HPE P04541-B21 designed for?
The P04541-B21 is classified as a Write Intensive (WI) SSD, designed for applications requiring frequent and substantial write operations.

What are the random read and write IOPS of the P04541-B21?
The SSD provides 104,000 IOPS 4KB random read and 115,000 IOPS 4KB random write. Maximum 4KB random read performance is 165,000 IOPS.

What is the endurance rating of the HPE P04541-B21?
The P04541-B21 has an endurance rating of 10 DWPD and a specified SSD endurance of 7,300 TB.

Does the HPE P04541-B21 include an HPE Smart Carrier?
Yes. The P04541-B21 is bundled with an HPE Smart Carrier and uses a 2.5-inch SFF form factor for compatible HPE server configurations.