HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SSD with Smart Carrier showing hot-plug capability and status indicators

Enterprise-Grade Performance with Smart Carrier Design

The HPE 3.84TB SATA Mixed Use SSD combines robust storage capacity with intelligent design features for optimal server performance. The distinctive Smart Carrier includes status indicators and a protective 'do not remove' button, preventing accidental data loss during critical operations. Its hot-pluggable capability enables seamless integration and maintenance in active server environments. Engineered for mixed-use workloads, this 2.5-inch SSD delivers consistent performance with its SATA 6G interface and 3.84TB capacity. The drive's endurance rating of 2.6 DWPD ensures reliable operation for data-intensive applications, while the efficient 4W power consumption helps maintain optimal thermal conditions in dense server deployments.

Technical Specifications

  • 3.84TB storage capacity optimized for mixed workload environments
  • SATA 6Gb/s interface for reliable data transfer
  • 2.6 DWPD endurance rating for sustained performance

Applications

  • High-performance database operations requiring frequent read/write cycles
  • Mission-critical server applications demanding reliable storage
  • Data center environments requiring hot-swap capability

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Manufacturer Part Number

P18438-B21

Brand Name

HPE

Product Name

3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF (2.5in) SC 3yr Wty Multi Vendor SSD

Product Type

Solid State Drive

Technical Information
Storage Capacity

3.84 TB

Drive Performance
Endurance (DWPD)

2.6

Endurance Type

Mixed Use

Network & Communication
Wireless LAN

No

Interfaces/Ports
Drive Interface

SATA

Drive Interface Standard

SATA/600

Power Description
Operating Power Consumption

4 W

Physical Characteristics
Drive Type

Internal

Form Factor

2.5

Drive Carrier

Yes

Hot Pluggable

Yes

Height

0.3

Weight (Approximate)

1.10 lb

Miscellaneous
Device Supported

Server

Warranty
Limited Warranty

3 Year

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|ssd drive|Portable SSD Drive icon

    SSD Drive

  • icon_list|smart carrier|Smart Carrier Drive carrier icon

    Smart Carrier

FAQs

What is the storage capacity and form factor of the HPE P18438-B21 SSD?
The HPE P18438-B21 is a 3.84TB SSD in a 2.5-inch (SFF) form factor. This mixed-use solid state drive offers substantial storage capacity in a compact size, making it ideal for server environments where space efficiency is crucial.
What interface does this SSD use and what is its performance capability?
This SSD uses a SATA 6G (SATA/600) interface, offering reliable data transfer speeds. As a mixed-use drive, it's optimized for both read and write operations, delivering approximately twice the IOPS of standard SATA SSDs, making it particularly effective for transactional database workloads.
What is the endurance rating of this SSD?
The drive features a 2.6 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) endurance rating. This mixed-use endurance specification makes it well-suited for applications requiring balanced read and write operations, ensuring reliable performance throughout its lifespan.
What security features does this HPE SSD include?
The drive features HPE Digitally Signed Firmware, which prevents unauthorized access to data by ensuring firmware authenticity from trusted sources. Additionally, the Smart Carrier includes status indicators and a "do not remove" button to prevent accidental data loss from human error.
What is the power consumption of this SSD?
The HPE P18438-B21 SSD has an operating power consumption of 4 watts, making it an energy-efficient storage solution for server environments where power efficiency is important.

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