HPE 1.6TB PCIe x4 NVMe 2.5" SFF Hot-Swap Mixed Use SSD

Overview

The HPE P13699-B21 is a 1.6TB PCIe x4 NVMe solid-state drive designed to provide fast and reliable storage for demanding server environments. This 2.5-inch small form factor drive supports hot-swapping, allowing IT professionals to replace or add drives without powering down the system. Optimized for mixed-use workloads, it balances read and write performance to handle applications such as big data analytics, cloud computing, and virtualization efficiently.

Specifically built for HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Synergy servers, this SSD offers endurance and speed to maintain smooth operations. The included HPE Smart Carrier and SmartSSD Wear Gauge tools help monitor drive health and lifespan, reducing the risk of unexpected data loss. Its compact size and hot-swap capability make it a practical choice for dense server racks and dynamic IT environments.

Key features

• PCIe x4 NVMe interface delivers fast data transfer speeds with low latency for improved server responsiveness
• Hot-swap support enables quick drive replacement or upgrades without system downtime
• Balanced read/write performance tailored for mixed-use workloads, ensuring consistent operation under varied demands
• HPE Smart Carrier provides real-time monitoring of drive health and status to help prevent failures
• Full data-path error detection enhances reliability by identifying and correcting data errors during transfer
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor fits easily into dense server configurations, maximizing rack space efficiency

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 1.6 TB
• Interface: PCIe x4 NVMe
• Form factor: 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF)
• Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Synergy servers
• Hot-swap support: Yes

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD is designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Synergy server platforms, ensuring compatibility and optimized performance. The PCIe x4 NVMe interface supports high-speed data transfer, making it suitable for modern server architectures that demand quick access to large datasets.

• Compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers
• Compatible with HPE Synergy servers
• PCIe x4 NVMe interface for fast and efficient data communication

Ideal uses and environments

This drive is well suited to enterprise IT environments that require reliable and fast storage for mixed workloads. It works well in data centers running virtualization, cloud computing, and big data analytics where balanced read and write speeds are critical. Its hot-swap capability and compact size make it a strong choice for setups that demand minimal downtime and efficient use of rack space.