HPE SSD 7.68TB RI SAS 12Gb/s 2.5''

In a busy data center, storage administrators need reliable, high-capacity drives that can handle constant read operations without slowing down. The HPE 7.68TB SAS 12Gb/s Read Intensive SSD fits into 2.5-inch drive bays of ProLiant, Synergy, and Apollo servers, delivering fast access to large datasets. With a 7.68TB capacity, it consolidates multiple smaller drives into one, simplifying storage management and reducing hardware footprint.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 7.68 TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Endurance Type: Read Intensive (RI), 1 DWPD
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 1100 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 800 MB/s
• Random Read IOPS (4KB): Up to 170,000
• Random Write IOPS (4KB): Up to 40,000
• NAND Flash Type: 3D Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
• Hot-Plug Support: Yes (with Smart Carrier)
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Servers, Synergy, Apollo Systems
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C

Why choose it

This drive is optimized for read-heavy workloads such as web serving, data warehousing, and media streaming. It delivers consistent low-latency performance and high endurance for its class, ensuring long-term reliability. The dual-port SAS interface provides redundant paths for high availability, and the Smart Carrier enables hot-swap capabilities, reducing downtime during maintenance.

Ideal use cases

• Database servers with high read-to-write ratios
• Virtualization environments requiring fast storage access
• Content delivery networks and streaming platforms
• Business intelligence and analytics applications
• High-capacity storage consolidation in enterprise servers

Good to know

HPE sources SSDs from multiple qualified vendors, ensuring consistent performance and compatibility. The drive includes enhanced power loss data protection to safeguard data integrity during unexpected power failures. It is backed by HPE's warranty and support ecosystem, making it a trusted choice for enterprise deployments.