Description
Product overview of the HPE 6.4TB SSD
The HPE P20796-001 is a solid-state drive (SSD) manufactured by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). It has a storage capacity of 6.4 terabytes (TB) and comes in a small form factor (SFF) of 2.5 inches. The drive is designed for mixed-use applications, making it suitable for both read and write operations. In addition, it features a Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) x4 interface, which provides faster data transfer rates than traditional storage interfaces. The HPE P20796-001 also comes with digitally signed firmware and a smart carrier for easy hot-plugging.
Small Form Factor and Storage Capacity
The HPE P20796-001 SSD is built in a small form factor of 2.5 inches, making it ideal for applications where space is a premium. The small size also makes it easy to install and remove the drive when needed. The storage capacity of 6.4TB is a significant upgrade from traditional hard disk drives, which typically have lower storage capacities. The large capacity of the drive is suitable for applications that require a lot of data storage, such as databases, virtual machines, and cloud-based storage.
Mixed-Use Applications
The HPE P20796-001 SSD is designed for mixed-use applications, which means it is suitable for both read and write operations. Mixed-use applications require a drive that can handle a variety of workloads, such as online transaction processing (OLTP), virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. The mixed-use design of the drive makes it an excellent choice for data centers, cloud service providers, and enterprise-level applications.
NVMe x4 Interface
The HPE P20796-001 SSD features a Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) x4 interface, which provides faster data transfer rates than traditional storage interfaces. The NVMe interface is designed to take advantage of the capabilities of modern storage media, such as NAND flash memory. It uses a PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) bus to communicate with the system’s processor, which provides faster data transfer rates. The NVMe x4 interface also has lower latency than traditional storage interfaces, which means data can be accessed and transferred more quickly.
Digitally Signed Firmware
The HPE P20796-001 SSD comes with digitally signed firmware. Digitally signed firmware ensures that the firmware has not been tampered with and provides an additional layer of security. The firmware is signed by HPE, which means it has been tested and verified by the manufacturer. Digitally signed firmware is an essential feature for data centers and other applications that require high levels of security.
Smart Carrier and Hot-Plugging
The HPE P20796-001 SSD comes with a smart carrier, which makes it easy to install and remove the drive when needed. The smart carrier is designed to fit into a hot-plug drive bay, which means the drive can be removed and replaced without shutting down the system. Hot-plugging is a useful feature for applications that require continuous operation, such as data centers and cloud service providers.
In Summary, The HPE P20796-001 6.4TB SFF NVMe x4 Mixed-Use Digitally Signed Firmware 2.5 inch Hot-Plug Smart Carrie Solid State Drive is an excellent choice for data centers, cloud service providers, and enterprise-level applications. Its small form factor and large storage capacity make it ideal for applications where space is at a premium, and a lot of data storage is required. The mixed-use design of the drive makes it suitable for a variety of workloads, and the NVMe x4 interface provides faster data transfer rates than traditional storage interfaces
General Information about this P20796-001
- Manufacturer: HPE
- Part Number or SKU#: P20796-001
- Option Part# P20207-B21
- SmartBuy Part# P20207-S21
- Product Type: Solid State Drive
- Interface: NVMe
Technical Features
- Capacity: 6.4TB
- 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
Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.63 inch
- Width: 3.10 inch
- Depth: 5.45 inch
- Weight: 1.50 lbs
Compatibility
- 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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