HPE C8R21A 800GB 6G SAS SFF 2.5-inch Enterprise Mainstream SSD

Data centers and enterprise servers demand storage that delivers both speed and reliability under continuous workloads. The HPE C8R21A 800GB 6G SAS SFF SSD addresses this need by combining a 2.5-inch small form factor with a 6Gb/s SAS interface, ensuring compatibility with HP ProLiant Gen8 and Gen9 servers. With a capacity of 800GB, it provides ample space for operating systems, databases, and hot data, while its enterprise-grade endurance of 1 drive write per day ensures long-term durability.

Who is it for

This drive is ideal for IT administrators and system integrators managing HP ProLiant Gen8/Gen9 servers who require high-performance, hot-swappable storage for virtualization, database acceleration, or general enterprise workloads. It suits environments where uptime and data integrity are critical, such as mid-sized businesses, remote offices, or departmental servers.

Main features

• 800GB storage capacity in a 2.5-inch SFF form factor
• 6Gb/s SAS interface for reliable, high-throughput connectivity
• Enterprise Mainstream SSD with 1 DWPD endurance
• Hot-swap support with Smart Carrier for easy replacement
• Sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 500 MB/s
• Random read IOPS up to 70,000 and write IOPS up to 25,000
• MTBF of 2,000,000 hours for enhanced reliability

Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 800 GB
• Interface: SAS 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Market Segment: Enterprise Mainstream
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes (with Smart Carrier)
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 550 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 500 MB/s
• Random Read IOPS (4KB): Up to 70,000 IOPS
• Random Write IOPS (4KB): Up to 25,000 IOPS
• Endurance (DWPD): 1 Drive Write Per Day
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power Consumption (Active Read): 6.5 W
• Power Consumption (Active Write): 5.5 W
• Power Consumption (Idle): 2.5 W
• Compatibility: HP ProLiant Gen8/Gen9 Servers
• Enclosure Type: Internal

Tips

When deploying this SSD in a server, ensure your system firmware is up to date to take full advantage of its performance and reliability features. For RAID configurations, consider pairing multiple drives to balance capacity and redundancy based on your workload requirements. Always use the Smart Carrier for proper hot-swap functionality and to maintain warranty coverage.