HPE 480GB LFF 3.5" SATA 6G Read Intensive SCC SSD

Overview

The HPE P47807-B21 is a 480GB solid-state drive designed for read-intensive environments, featuring a SATA 6G interface and a large 3.5-inch form factor with a Smart Carrier Converter. It delivers up to 65,000 random read IOPS and 75,000 random write IOPS, making it well suited for servers handling boot processes, web hosting, or read caching where fast and reliable data access is critical. Its hot-pluggable design allows for easy installation and quick replacement, supporting efficient maintenance in demanding IT setups.

Key features

• Optimized for read-intensive workloads to ensure consistent performance where reading data dominates.
• Smart Carrier Converter in a 3.5-inch form factor simplifies installation and supports hot swapping without downtime.
• Wear gauge monitoring provides real-time tracking of drive health to help prevent unexpected failures.
• Digitally signed firmware enhances reliability and security by preventing unauthorized modifications.
• Low power consumption at 3.36 watts reduces energy costs in data centers and server rooms.
• Endurance rating of 0.5 drive writes per day balances performance with longevity for read-heavy applications.
• Backed by a 3-year warranty, offering peace of mind for IT professionals managing critical storage.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 480 GB
• Interface: SATA 6G
• Form factor: 3.5-inch with Smart Carrier Converter
• Max random read IOPS: 65,000
• Max random write IOPS: 75,000
• Endurance: 0.5 drive writes per day
• Power consumption: 3.36 watts
• Warranty: 3 years

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses a SATA 6G interface, which is widely supported by most server motherboards and storage controllers. The 3.5-inch form factor with the Smart Carrier Converter ensures compatibility with standard server drive bays, allowing easy integration into existing infrastructure. Its hot-pluggable design means it can be replaced or upgraded without shutting down the system, minimizing downtime in critical environments.

Ideal uses and environments

The drive is a strong choice for IT professionals managing servers that require fast and reliable read access, such as boot drives, web hosting servers, or systems using read caching to accelerate performance. Its endurance and power efficiency make it well suited for data centers and enterprise environments where energy costs and drive longevity are important considerations. This SSD fits well in setups where maintaining consistent read performance is more critical than heavy write workloads.