HPE Internal Solid State Drive - 3.84 TB 2.5 Serial ATA

This HPE 3.84TB SATA Solid State Drive (SSD) is a 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) drive. It is a ...

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Product Information

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The HPE 3.84TB SATA Read Intensive (RI) Solid State Drive is designed for server administrators and IT professionals who require high-capacity, reliable storage for data-heavy read workloads. It offers exceptional performance for database lookups and content delivery, though it is specifically optimized for read-heavy operations rather than write-heavy environments like intensive logging or heavy database writes.

All features

SeriesRead Intensive
Model Part NumberP05323-001
BrandHPE

Extended Product Information

FAQs

Is this drive compatible with all servers?

This drive is designed specifically for HPE servers that support 2.5-inch SATA SFF drives with Smart Carrier compatibility.

What is the primary use case for an RI drive?

Read Intensive (RI) drives are best for workloads where data is read more often than it is written, such as web hosting and data serving.

Can I use this in a non-HPE server?

While the physical interface is standard SATA, the Smart Carrier and firmware are optimized for HPE platforms and may not function as intended in third-party hardware.

What does 'Digitally Signed' mean for firmware?

It means the firmware is authenticated by HPE to ensure it has not been tampered with, providing better security for your hardware.

Does this drive support hot-swapping?

Yes, when installed in an HPE server chassis that supports hot-plug functionality, you can replace or add this drive without powering down the system.

Troubleshooting

Drive not detected by server BIOS

Check that the drive is fully seated in the drive bay and that the connection to the backplane is secure.

Drive status LED showing amber light

Check the HPE Smart Storage Administrator logs to identify the specific error code or fault condition reported by the drive.

Lower than expected read speeds

Verify that the controller settings are optimized for SSD performance and ensure the firmware is up to date.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Large 3.84TB storage capacity for dense data environments
  • Optimized for high-performance read-heavy server workloads
  • Smart Carrier technology simplifies drive status tracking
  • Digitally signed firmware provides an added layer of security

Cons

  • Not intended for write-intensive applications
  • SATA interface may offer lower throughput compared to SAS or NVMe alternatives
  • Requires compatible HPE server chassis

Setup, Compatibility & Care

To install, ensure your HPE server is powered down or supports hot-swapping if applicable. Insert the drive into an available 2.5-inch drive bay, ensuring the Smart Carrier locks into place correctly. Once installed, use the server's Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) utility to initialize the drive and configure it within your RAID array. For care, keep the server environment within recommended temperature ranges, ensure adequate airflow through the chassis, and regularly check for firmware updates via the HPE support portal to maintain the drive's health and security.

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