HPE 480GB SATA 6G Value Endurance 2.5-Inch SSD with Smart Carrier and Power Loss Protection (789356-001)

Data center operators upgrading HPE ProLiant servers rely on this 480GB solid-state drive for balanced performance and endurance in mixed read/write workloads. The SATA 6Gb/s interface and 2.5-inch small form factor ensure drop-in compatibility with existing drive bays, while the HPE Smart Carrier simplifies hot-swap servicing. Value Endurance (VE) NAND and power loss protection safeguard data integrity during unexpected power interruptions, making it a dependable choice for virtualization, databases, and general enterprise storage.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 480 GB
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA III)
• Form factor: 2.5-inch SFF with HPE Smart Carrier
• NAND type: 3D TLC (Triple-Level Cell)
• Endurance: 1 DWPD for 5 years
• Sequential read: up to 520 MB/s
• Sequential write: up to 470 MB/s
• Random read IOPS (4KB): up to 60,000
• Random write IOPS (4KB): up to 20,000
• Power loss protection: Yes
• Hot-plug support: Yes
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Option part number: 816909-B21

Why choose it

Built for always-on enterprise environments, this SSD delivers consistent low-latency performance and robust data protection. The HPE Smart Carrier enables tool-less installation and clear status LEDs, reducing maintenance time. With 1 DWPD endurance, it handles write-intensive applications without compromising longevity, and power loss protection prevents data corruption during sudden outages.

Ideal use cases

• Virtualized server environments (VMware, Hyper-V)
• Database acceleration (SQL, Oracle)
• High-availability web and application servers
• General-purpose enterprise storage in HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 servers

Good to know

This drive is a genuine HPE spare part (SPS) with part number 789356-001, fully tested and certified for HPE systems. It is compatible with any server that supports 2.5-inch SATA hot-plug drives. For optimal performance, ensure your server's storage controller firmware is up to date. The drive includes a 3-year HPE warranty when installed in supported HPE hardware.