HPE High Performance Mixed Use 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 SFF BC U.3 PM1735a SSD

Overview

The HPE P50230-B21 is a high-capacity solid state drive designed for enterprise environments that demand fast and reliable storage. With 3.2 terabytes of NVMe storage operating over PCIe Gen4, it delivers significantly faster data transfer speeds and lower latency compared to traditional SATA or SAS drives. This SSD is optimized for mixed read and write workloads, making it well suited for applications such as Big Data analytics, virtualization, and high-performance computing where consistent throughput and responsiveness are critical.

Its U.3 small form factor supports backward compatibility with U.2 backplanes, allowing seamless integration into both modern and legacy server systems. Rigorous testing exceeding 3.35 million hours ensures durability and reliability, while digitally signed firmware protects against unauthorized modifications, safeguarding your data in demanding production environments.

Key features

• NVMe protocol over PCIe Gen4 interface for faster data movement and reduced latency
• Optimized for mixed read and write workloads to maintain performance under varied data demands
• U.3 interface with backward compatibility to U.2 backplanes, enabling flexible deployment across server generations
• Extensive validation through stress, thermal, and power-loss testing to ensure long-term reliability
• Digitally signed firmware that enhances security by preventing unauthorized code changes
• Designed to support real-time data processing in environments like virtualization hosts, cloud platforms, and HPC clusters

Key specs

• Capacity: 3.2 TB
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 NVMe
• Form factor: Small Form Factor (SFF) U.3
• Compatibility: Supports U.3 and backward compatible with U.2 backplanes
• Reliability testing: Over 3.35 million hours of stress, thermal, and power-loss testing
• Firmware: Digitally signed for security

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD fits into servers equipped with U.3 slots, including select HPE ProLiant and Apollo models, and can also operate with U.2 backplanes. This dual compatibility simplifies upgrades and maintenance by allowing a single drive type to serve multiple server generations. The PCIe Gen4 interface ensures it can take full advantage of the latest server architectures for maximum throughput.

Performance and reliability

The drive’s design focuses on maintaining low latency and high I/O throughput even under heavy mixed workloads, which is essential for applications that require consistent responsiveness. Its extensive validation process, including millions of hours of testing under various conditions, guarantees dependable operation in demanding data center environments. The digitally signed firmware adds a layer of protection against firmware tampering, helping to maintain data integrity and security.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is a strong choice for data centers running virtualization hosts, cloud services, or high-performance computing clusters where fast access to large datasets is crucial. It also suits environments that require a reliable drive capable of handling mixed read/write operations without performance degradation. Its compatibility with both current and legacy server backplanes makes it a practical option for organizations managing diverse hardware fleets.