In recent years, solid-state drives (SSDs) have become the preferred storage medium for high-performance computing systems, particularly in enterprise environments. The HPE P13668-H21 800GB SFF NVMe 2.5-inch Mixed-Use Hot-Plug Smart Carrier Solid State Drive is an example of one of these drives. In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the features and benefits of this particular SSD.
SSD BasicsSolid-state drives (SSDs) are a type of storage device that uses flash memory to store data. They are faster and more reliable than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) because they have no moving parts. Instead of spinning disks, SSDs store data on NAND flash memory chips, which are much faster and more reliable than spinning disks.
NVMe InterfaceThe HPE P13668-H21 SSD is equipped with the NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) interface. This interface is specifically designed for SSDs and provides faster performance than other interfaces such as SATA and SAS. NVMe interfaces use a high-speed PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) interface to communicate with the host computer, which allows for faster data transfer rates and lower latency.
800GB CapacityThe HPE P13668-H21 SSD has a capacity of 800GB. This is a substantial amount of storage capacity, making it suitable for use in enterprise environments where large amounts of data need to be stored and accessed quickly. With 800GB of storage, this SSD can hold a significant amount of data, including databases, virtual machines, and applications.
SFF Form FactorThe HPE P13668-H21 SSD has a Small Form Factor (SFF) design, which means that it is smaller than traditional 3.5-inch hard disk drives (HDDs). This makes it ideal for use in servers and other devices that require a high-density storage solution. The smaller size of the SSD allows for more drives to be installed in the same amount of space, which increases the overall storage capacity of the system.
Mixed-UseThe HPE P13668-H21 SSD is a Mixed-Use drive, which means that it is designed to handle a wide range of workloads. Mixed-Use drives are optimized for both read and write operations and are ideal for use in environments where the workload is unpredictable. This makes the HPE P13668-H21 SSD suitable for use in a variety of enterprise applications, including virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing.
Hot-Plug Smart Carrier
The HPE P13668-H21 SSD features a Hot-Plug Smart Carrier, which allows the drive to be installed or removed from a server without shutting down the system. This is an important feature for enterprise environments where downtime is not an option. The Hot-Plug Smart Carrier also provides real-time information about the drive, including its temperature and health status, which allows administrators to monitor the health of the drive and replace it if necessary.
Finally, the HPE P13668-H21 800GB SFF NVMe 2.5-inch Mixed-Use Hot-Plug Smart Carrier Solid State Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for use in enterprise environments. Its NVMe interface, 800GB capacity, SFF form factor, and Mixed-Use design make it an ideal choice for a variety of applications, including virtualization, database management, and high-performance computing. The Hot-Plug Smart Carrier feature provides real-time information about the drive and allows it to be replaced without shutting down the system, which is an important feature for enterprise environments where downtime is not an option. Overall, the HPE P13668-H21 SSD is a reliable and high-performance storage solution that is well-suited for use in enterpriseGeneral Information about this P13668-H21- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU# P13668-H21
- Option Part# P13668-H21
- SmartBuy Part# P13668-S21
- Spare Part# P13826-001
- Product Type: Solid State Drive
- Interface: NVMe
- Capacity: 800GB
- Category: Proliant HardDrive
- Generation: NVMe SCN SSD
- Best Use: Mixed-Use
- Plug Type: Hot Plug
- Form Factor: 2.5 inches / SFF
- Workload Type: Mixed Use
- Carrier Type: SCN
- Flash Type: TLC
- Port: Single
- Height: 0.63 inch
- Width: 3.10 inch
- Depth: 5.45 inch
- Weight: 1.50 lbs
- Proliant BL Series: BL460c (G9 G10) BL660c (G9)
- Proliant DL Series: DL360 (G9 G10)
- Proliant DL Series: DL380 (G9 G10) DL385 (G10)
- Proliant DL Series: DL560 (G9 G10) DL580 (G9 G10)
- Proliant ML Series: ML350 (G9 G10)
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