HPE 1.60 TB SAS 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive — Mixed Use

Upgrade your data center with the HPE 1.60 TB Solid State Drive, a high-performance 2.5-inch internal SAS SSD designed for mixed-use workloads. This drive combines enterprise-grade reliability with fast flash storage to deliver consistently responsive performance across a variety of file types and applications. Its compact 2.5-inch form factor fits neatly into standard server bays and storage arrays, making it an ideal choice for accelerating databases, virtualization, online transaction processing, and media-rich workflows while helping you manage growing data demands with ease. Built for reliability in demanding enterprise environments, this SSD is engineered to provide steady IOPS, low latency, and durable endurance to keep your workloads running smoothly.

• Optimized SAS performance for mixed-use workloads delivers fast random and sequential I/O with low latency, helping applications respond faster and complete tasks more quickly.
• Generous 1.60 TB capacity provides ample space for documents, databases, virtual machine images, timelines, media assets, and backups without frequent resizing or tiering decisions.
• 2.5-inch form factor fits standard server and storage enclosures, enabling easy replacement, expansion, and upgrade paths in data centers, rack dens, and blade systems.
• Enterprise-grade reliability with robust endurance supports demanding read/write cycles in mixed-use environments, reducing the risk of performance degradation over time.
• Energy-efficient operation lowers power consumption and cooling needs, contributing to a lower total cost of ownership, while many compatible systems offer hot-swappable deployment for minimal downtime.

Technical Details of HPE 1.60 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 1.60 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
• Interface: SAS
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Usage: Mixed Use
• Source: Specifications retrieved from ec.synnex.com using the product's SKU/UPC reference

How to Install HPE 1.60 TB Solid State Drive

Follow these practical steps to install the HPE 1.60 TB SAS SSD in a compatible workstation, server, or storage array. The procedure is designed to minimize downtime and ensure a secure, proper connection for optimal performance.

1. Verify compatibility and prerequisites. Confirm that your server or storage enclosure supports 2.5-inch SAS drives and that you have an available drive bay or hot-swap tray in a compatible chassis. Check that your SAS controller or HBA (host bus adapter) supports enterprise-grade SSDs and that firmware on the controller, drive bays, and enclosure is up to date.

2. Power down and prepare for installation. Properly shut down the system and disconnect power. Ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) by using an anti-static wrist strap or by touching a grounded metal surface before handling the drive.

3. Remove the drive tray or blank and insert the SSD. If you are replacing an existing drive, remove the old tray from the chassis. Align the 2.5-inch drive with the tray and secure it using the appropriate screws or latching mechanism. If your system uses hot-swap trays, simply slide the new drive into the open bay until it seats firmly.

4. Connect data and power interfaces. Attach the SAS data cable from the controller to the drive’s backplane interface (or direct SAS connector), and connect the power cable if required by your enclosure design. Ensure cables are neatly routed to avoid obstruction to fans or other components.

5. Reassemble and boot. Replace the drive tray into the chassis and secure it. Reconnect power, boot the system, and enter the system BIOS or RAID/SCV utility to verify that the drive is recognized. If you are configuring a RAID setup, initialize and configure the array according to your performance and redundancy requirements. Within the operating system, format the drive if needed and assign it to the desired storage pool or volume. For optimal performance, consider applying any pertinent firmware updates to the drive and controller after installation.

6. Verify performance and health. After installation, run a quick diagnostic or health check to ensure the SSD is operating normally. Monitor SMART attributes if supported by your monitoring tools, and review storage performance metrics to confirm that read/write speeds and latency meet expectations for your workloads.

7. Best practices and maintenance. Maintain firmware consistency across your storage stack, perform periodic health checks, and implement proper firmware and driver updates as recommended by HPE and the drive/controller manufacturers. Keep your environment within the recommended operating temperatures and avoid physical shocks or exposure to moisture and dust to prolong drive life.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What capacity does the HPE 1.60 TB SSD offer?
  A: It provides 1.60 terabytes of solid-state storage, suitable for a wide range of mixed-use workloads in enterprise environments.
• Q: What interface does this drive use?
  A: The drive uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, designed for reliable, high-speed data transfers in servers and storage arrays.
• Q: What form factor is the drive?
  A: It is a 2.5-inch internal drive, which fits in standard 2.5-inch drive bays found in many HP/HPE servers and storage chassis.
• Q: Is this drive suitable for mixed-use workloads?
  A: Yes. The HPE 1.60 TB SSD is specified for mixed-use workloads, delivering a balance of read/write performance suitable for databases, virtualization, file services, and other applications that require both throughput and responsiveness.
• Q: Can this drive be hot-swapped?
  A: Many enterprise SAS drives are designed for hot-swappable deployment in compatible enclosures. Always verify with your chassis and controller documentation to ensure hot-swap support in your environment.
• Q: Where can I find more technical specifications?
  A: Technical specifications and compatibility details can be found on the ec.synnex.com product page using the drive's SKU or UPC reference, and aligned with your specific system requirements.