HPE P42692-003 3.84TB Read Intensive SAS 12Gbps SFF SSD for New

The HPE P42692-003 is a high-performance Solid State Drive (SSD) designed specifically for the Proliant Gen10 Plus Server. It boasts a capacity of 3.84 Terabytes (TB) and utilizes Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS) technology with a data transfer rate of 12 gigabits per second (Gbps). This SSD is engineered for read-intensive workloads, offering reliability, speed, and efficiency for demanding enterprise environments.

• Capacity: The HPE P42692-003 SSD provides a substantial storage capacity of 3.84TB, making it suitable for storing large volumes of data.
• Interface: It utilizes Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS) technology, ensuring high-speed data transfer and reliable connectivity.
• Form Factor: With a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF), this SSD is compact and space-efficient, fitting seamlessly into the server infrastructure.
• Read Intensive Workloads: Designed for read-intensive applications, this SSD excels in scenarios where rapid access to data is crucial.
• Digitally Signed Firmware: The SSD features digitally signed firmware, enhancing security and ensuring authenticity.
• Multi-Vendor Compatibility: It offers multi-vendor compatibility, allowing it to be used across various server platforms.
• Tray Inclusion: Comes with a tray for easy installation and integration into Proliant Gen10 Plus Servers.

Serial-attached SCSI (SAS) is a high-speed interface used for connecting devices such as hard drives, solid-state drives, and tape drives to a computer system. It offers several advantages over other interfaces, including:

• Speed: SAS technology provides fast data transfer rates, enhancing overall system performance.
• Reliability: SAS drives are known for their reliability, making them ideal for mission-critical applications.
• Scalability: SAS supports a large number of devices, allowing for scalable storage solutions.
• Compatibility: SAS interfaces are backward compatible with Serial ATA (SATA) devices, offering flexibility in deployment.

Read-intensive SSDs are optimized for workloads that involve frequent reading of data, such as database applications, virtualization, and content delivery networks. Some benefits of using read-intensive SSDs include:

• Enhanced Performance: Read-intensive SSDs offer high read speeds, reducing latency and improving application responsiveness.
• Cost Efficiency: As read-intensive workloads typically involve fewer write operations, read-intensive SSDs can be more cost-effective than their write-intensive counterparts.
• Longevity: With fewer write cycles, read-intensive SSDs tend to have a longer lifespan, making them suitable for sustained use in enterprise environments.
• Energy Efficiency: Read-intensive SSDs consume less power compared to traditional hard disk drives (HDDs), resulting in lower operational costs and reduced environmental impact.

The HPE P42692-003 SSD is well-suited for various enterprise applications due to its high performance, reliability, and capacity. Some common scenarios where this SSD can be deployed include:

• Database Servers: In database environments, rapid access to data is essential for efficient query processing and transaction handling. The high read speeds of the HPE P42692-003 SSD ensure optimal database performance.
• Virtualization Platforms: Virtualized environments often experience high read loads, especially during boot-up and application launch. By leveraging the speed and efficiency of the HPE P42692-003 SSD, organizations can improve the responsiveness of their virtual infrastructure.
• Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Content Delivery Networks rely on the quick retrieval of cached content to deliver web pages, videos, and other media to users worldwide. The fast read capabilities of the HPE P42692-003 SSD support seamless content delivery, enhancing the end-user experience.
• Analytics and Business Intelligence: Data analytics and business intelligence applications require fast access to large datasets for real-time insights and decision-making. With its high capacity and read-intensive performance, the HPE P42692-003 SSD accelerates data processing, enabling organizations to derive actionable intelligence faster.

The HPE P42692-003 SSD incorporates several features to ensure data security and system reliability:

• Digitally Signed Firmware: The SSD's firmware is digitally signed, assuring its authenticity and integrity. This helps prevent unauthorized firmware modifications and protects against tampering or malware attacks.
• Data Protection: Advanced data protection mechanisms, such as error correction and detection algorithms, safeguard against data corruption and ensure data integrity throughout the storage subsystem.
• End-to-End Data Path Protection: End-to-End Data Path Protection mechanisms detect and correct errors that may occur as data travels from the host system to the SSD, minimizing the risk of data loss or corruption.
• Power Loss Protection: Power Loss Protection mechanisms safeguard data in the event of unexpected power outages or failures, ensuring that data being written to the SSD is not lost or corrupted during such incidents.

The HPE P42692-003 SSD into a Proliant Gen10 Plus Server is a straightforward process, thanks to its included tray and standardized form factor. Follow these steps for seamless installation and integration:

• Prepare the Server: Power off the Proliant Gen10 Plus Server and disconnect it from the power source. Open the server chassis and locate the drive bays designated for SSD installation.
• Insert the SSD: Place the HPE P42692-003 SSD into the provided tray, ensuring that it aligns with the connectors and mounting holes. Slide the tray into the designated drive bay until it clicks into place.
• Connect Cables: If necessary, connect the SAS cables from the server to the SSD to establish the data and power connections. Ensure that the cables are securely attached to prevent disconnection or data loss.
• Secure the SSD: Use any provided mounting screws or mechanisms to secure the SSD and tray within the drive bay, ensuring stability and proper airflow for cooling.
• Close the Chassis: Once the SSD is securely installed, close the server chassis and reconnect it to the power source. Power on the server and verify that the SSD is recognized in the system BIOS or management interface.

Interoperability

The HPE P42692-003 SSD is designed for compatibility with Proliant Gen10 Plus Servers and offers interoperability with a wide range of server platforms and operating systems. Its multi-vendor support ensures flexibility in deployment and integration with existing infrastructure. Whether used as a standalone storage solution or as part of a larger storage array, the HPE P42692-003 SSD delivers consistent performance and reliability across diverse environments.

• Manufacturer: HPE
• Part Number or SKU# P42692-003
• Product Type: Solid State Drive

• Lifetime Writes (TB): 7000 Terabytes.
• Endurance DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day): 1.
• Drive Transfer Rate: 12 Gigabits per second (external).
• Max Sequential Reads Throughput (MiB/s): 810.
• Max Sequential Writes Throughput (MiB/s): 635.
• Random Read Average Latency (sec): 140 microseconds.
• Random Write Average Latency (usec): 35 microseconds.
• Random Read IOPS (Q=16): 100,000 Input/Output Operations Per Second.
• Random Write IOPS (Q=16): 37,000 Input/Output Operations Per Second.
• Max Random Read IOPS: 155,000 at Q32.
• Max Random Write IOPS: 37,000 in Q4.

• Interfaces: 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s.
• Compatible Bay: Fits into 2.5-inch SFF bays.

• Idle Time: 4.99 Watts.
• Random Read: 5.79 Watts.
• Random Write: 5.79 Watts.
• Sequential Read: 7.82 Watts.
• Sequential Write: 6.57 Watts.
• Random Read/Write: 5.79 Watts.
• Max: 7.82 Watts.

Compatibility Information

• Designed For: HPE ProLiant DL Series: DL345 (Gen10+), DL360 (Gen10+), DL365 (Gen10+), DL380 (Gen10+), DL385 (Gen10+)

In short, The HPE P42692-003 3.84TB SAS SSD is a high-performance, reliable storage solution designed for modern server infrastructure. Its optimized design, compatibility features, and included tray make it a versatile choice for various server environments, from data centers to enterprise storage arrays. With its fast data access speeds, scalability, and reliability, it plays a crucial role in improving overall system performance and efficiency.