HPE Mixed Use 800GB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5 inch SFF Hot-Swap SSD with Smart Carrier 872506-001

With 140,000 random read IOPS and 1200 MB/s sequential reads, this HPE Mixed Use SSD delivers the sustained performance that virtualized and database workloads demand. The 800 GB drive pairs 3D TLC NAND with a 12 Gb/s SAS interface in a hot-swap 2.5-inch Small Form Factor carrier, making it a drop-in upgrade for ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 servers.

Overview

Engineered for mixed-use environments, the HPE 872506-001 balances endurance and speed. It is rated for 3 drive writes per day over a 5-year period, backed by a 2 million hour MTBF. The HPE Smart Carrier enables tool-less installation and provides clear status indication, while digitally signed firmware protects the drive’s integrity.

What stands out

• 140,000 random read IOPS and 70,000 random write IOPS for demanding applications
• Sequential throughput of 1200 MB/s read and 1000 MB/s write
• 3 DWPD endurance for 5 years, ideal for mixed read/write workloads
• Hot-swap 2.5-inch SFF with HPE Smart Carrier for effortless serviceability
• Digitally signed firmware ensures only authentic HPE firmware runs on the drive

Technical details

• Capacity: 800 GB
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Form factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• NAND flash: 3D TLC
• Random read IOPS (4KB): 140,000
• Random write IOPS (4KB): 70,000
• Sequential read: 1200 MB/s
• Sequential write: 1000 MB/s
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power consumption (average): 8 W
• Hot-swap: Yes

Our verdict

A proven enterprise SSD that delivers consistent low-latency performance and the endurance to handle mixed workloads. The HPE Smart Carrier and digitally signed firmware add operational confidence for ProLiant environments.