What interface technology does the HPE P47838-B21 use?

The HPE P47838-B21 uses NVMe Gen4 interface technology, which provides high-speed PCIe-based data transfer. NVMe Gen4 delivers significantly higher bandwidth and lower latency compared to SATA SSDs, making it suitable for enterprise workloads requiring rapid I/O operations and consistent performance.

Is this drive suitable for mixed workload environments?

Yes, the P47838-B21 is specifically classified as Mixed Use Mainstream Performance, meaning it is optimized for environments with balanced read and write operations. This classification ensures reliable performance across diverse workload patterns common in enterprise datacenters, from sequential to random I/O patterns.

Can the HPE P47838-B21 be replaced without system downtime?

Yes, the P47838-B21 supports hot-swap capability, allowing drive replacement without powering down the system. This feature is essential for production datacenter environments where minimizing downtime is critical for maintaining service availability and reducing operational costs.

What form factor is the HPE P47838-B21?

The P47838-B21 uses the SFF BC U.3 form factor, which combines NVMe performance with mechanical compatibility for enterprise server architectures. This form factor enables flexible deployment in compatible datacenter infrastructure while maintaining high-speed data transfer capabilities.

What workloads is the Mainstream Performance tier designed for?

The Mainstream Performance tier is designed for enterprise applications where cost-effectiveness is important alongside adequate performance. It delivers balanced performance suitable for big data analytics, cloud computing, and high-performance compute environments without the premium cost of high-performance tier drives.

P47838-B21 - HPE P47838-B21 1.6TB NVMe Gen4 Mainstream Performance SSD

Name: HPE P47838-B21 1.6TB NVMe Gen4 Mainstream Performance SSD
Brand: HPE
SKU: P47838-B21
Price: 2415 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The HPE 1.6TB NVMe Gen4 Mainstream Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 Static Multi Vendor SSD (P47838-B21) is an enterprise-grade solid-state drive designed for balanced performance in mixed-use datacenter environments. This drive delivers mainstream performance with mixed-use workload optimization, making it suitable for applications requiring consistent read and write performance. The U.3 form factor with SFF BC design enables flexible deployment in compatible server architectures. Built for hot-swap capability, this drive supports seamless replacement without system downtime. The NVMe Gen4 interface provides high-speed data transfer for demanding I/O applications. Ideal for big data analytics, cloud computing, and high-performance compute environments, this multi-vendor SSD offers cost-effective performance and endurance for enterprise datacenter deployments.

NVMe Gen4 interface for high-speed PCIe data transfer
Mainstream Performance tier optimizes cost per IOPS
Mixed Use workload classification supports balanced I/O
SFF BC U.3 form factor for enterprise server compatibility
Hot-swap capable for zero-downtime drive replacement
Static Multi Vendor design ensures procurement flexibility

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	P47838-B21
Brand	HPE
Condition	New
Model	1.6TB NVMe Gen4 MP MU SFF BC U.3 Static MV SSD
Capacity	1.6 TB
Form Factor	2.5" SFF
Bundled with	HPE Basic Carrier
Product Line	HPE NVMe Mainstream Performance Mixed Use
Product Type	Solid state drive - hot-swap
Compatible Bay	2.5" SFF
4KB Random Read	155000 IOPS

Compatible systems

Confirmed compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus/Gen11 servers with SFF bays

HPE ProLiant
Model: DL380
Form factor: SFF
Generation: Gen10 Plus
Listed in server configuration document

Best for

Big Data Analytics
The Mainstream Performance Mixed Use workload classification supports balanced read and write operations required for analytics workloads. NVMe Gen4 interface delivers high-speed data access for processing large datasets.
Cloud Computing
Hot-swap capability and U.3 form factor enable flexible storage provisioning in cloud infrastructure. Mixed-use performance optimization supports diverse cloud workload requirements.
High-Performance Compute
NVMe Gen4 interface provides the bandwidth needed for compute-intensive applications. Mainstream Performance tier balances cost and performance for HPC environments.
Enterprise Datacenter
SFF BC U.3 form factor integrates with enterprise server architectures. Static Multi Vendor design ensures compatibility across diverse datacenter environments.

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Interface	U.3 PCIe 3.0 (NVMe)
SSD Interface	U.3 PCIe 3.0 (NVMe)

HPE P47838-B21 1.6TB NVMe Gen4 Mainstream Performance SSD

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SSD Endurance	8561 TB
Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD)	3

HPE P47838-B21 1.6TB NVMe Gen4 Mainstream Performance SSD

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