HPE P18422-B21

Overview

The HPE P18422-B21 is a 480GB solid state drive designed for environments where fast read performance is critical. It fits into a 2.5-inch small form factor bay with a 7 mm height and uses a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, making it compatible with a wide range of HPE servers and storage systems. With up to 65,500 random read IOPS and low power consumption of 3.36 watts, this SSD is well suited for read-intensive applications such as web servers, boot drives, and databases.

Key features

• Optimized for read-intensive workloads to deliver fast and reliable data access
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor with 7 mm height fits most HPE server bays
• SATA 6 Gb/s interface ensures easy integration with existing platforms
• Hot-pluggable design with HPE Smart Carrier allows drive replacement without system downtime
• Built-in health monitoring tools help track drive status and plan maintenance proactively
• Low power consumption reduces operating costs and heat generation
• Endurance rating of 0.5 drive writes per day supports consistent read-heavy use
• Backed by a 3-year limited warranty for long-term reliability

Key specs

• Capacity: 480 GB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch small form factor (7 mm height)
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 65,500
• Random write IOPS: up to 15,400
• Power consumption: 3.36 watts
• Endurance: 0.5 drive writes per day
• Warranty: 3-year limited

Installation and maintenance

The drive’s hot-pluggable design with HPE Smart Carrier simplifies installation and replacement, allowing you to add or swap drives without shutting down your system. This feature minimizes downtime and keeps your operations running smoothly. The integrated health monitoring tools provide real-time status updates, helping you anticipate drive replacements before failures occur.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is a strong choice for IT professionals managing servers that require fast read speeds and reliable performance under read-heavy workloads. It fits well in data centers, enterprise servers, and storage arrays where efficient power use and easy maintenance are priorities. Its balance of speed, endurance, and compatibility makes it suitable for web hosting, boot drives, and database applications that demand consistent access to data.

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