HPE 1.92 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) - Read Intensive

Upgrade performance, reliability, and efficiency in your data center with the HPE 1.92 TB Read Intensive SAS SSD. Built for read-heavy workloads and demanding enterprise environments, this 2.5-inch internal drive delivers high IOPS, low latency, and steady throughput that accelerate web servers, caching layers, boot environments, and read-dominant applications. Designed to fit standard hot-plug bays and compatible with HPE servers and SAS backplanes, it provides an optimized storage acceleration path without sacrificing reliability or manageability.

• High IOPS and low latency for read-heavy workloads: The HPE 1.92 TB Read Intensive SAS SSD is purpose-built to accelerate read-dominant workloads across data centers. Its design emphasizes rapid, consistent reads to speed up content delivery networks, social media feeds, static web content, and boot/swap operations. By leveraging the 12Gb/s SAS interface, this drive minimizes queue depth and waiting time, delivering snappier application response times and improved user experiences. In practice, it translates to faster page loads, quicker boot times for systems and virtual machines, and smoother caching for high-traffic websites. This is especially beneficial for environments where reads far outpace writes, enabling a reliable tier that keeps data readily available and services responsive even during peak demand.
• Enterprise reliability and data protection for business continuity: HPE’s Read Intensive RI SSDs are engineered for enterprise use, offering robust reliability and advanced flash management features. Expect dependable error correction, wear leveling, and write amplification control that extend drive life and protect data integrity under heavy read workloads. The RI class is designed to deliver steady performance with predictable behavior, reducing the risk of latency spikes that can affect service levels. For IT teams, this translates into lower risk of unexpected downtime, consistent performance across long-running applications, and a solid foundation for boot drives, caching layers, and read-heavy database caches that require steady throughput over time.
• Efficiency that lowers operating costs and supports data-center sustainability: In addition to performance, this HPE SSD emphasizes energy efficiency and thermal stability. By delivering high read throughput with lower power consumption per IOPS, it helps reduce overall energy usage in dense server environments. The drive’s optimized power profile supports quieter operation and cooler temperatures, which can contribute to longer hardware life and simpler thermal management in data centers. For organizations pursuing green IT strategies, the 1.92 TB RI SSD provides a practical way to boost performance-per-watt while maintaining reliable service levels for read-centric workloads.
• Seamless deployment and broad compatibility within HPE ecosystems: This drive is designed to slot into standard 2.5-inch internal bays with hot-plug capability, making it a straightforward upgrade for HPE ProLiant servers, storage arrays, and other SAS-backed systems. It is suitable for use as a boot drive, a read-cache tier in caching configurations, or a fast-access layer in web and application servers. The SAS interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise RAID controllers and backplanes, enabling quick integration into existing infrastructures without complex redesigns. IT teams benefit from a familiar management model and predictable behavior across HPE storage solutions, virtualization environments, and data-center workflows.
• Value-driven performance that supports faster time-to-value: While offering high read performance, this drive also helps shorten deployment cycles and accelerate project timelines. In read-dominant scenarios—such as content delivery, social media platforms, and cached data stores—the ability to deliver rapid, reliable reads translates into faster analytics, more responsive customer-facing applications, and improved service levels. The 1.92 TB capacity provides ample space for caching large datasets and boot images, enabling larger workloads to reside on fast storage at a lower total cost of ownership compared with relying solely on traditional hard drives. This combination of performance, reliability, and efficiency supports a strong ROI through reduced latency, faster data access, and lower energy and cooling requirements.

Technical Details of HPE 1.92 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) - Read Intensive

• Capacity: 1.92 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal SSD
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Workload Class: Read Intensive (RI)
• Hot-plug capable for easy maintenance in enterprise servers
• Compatible with HPE servers and SAS backplanes

how to install HPE 1.92 TB Solid State Drive

• Power down the server or put it into a maintenance mode, ensuring any critical data is backed up.
• Identify an available 2.5-inch drive bay in a compatible HPE server or storage array with an appropriate SAS backplane.
• Open the drive bay and insert the HPE RI SAS SSD into the hot-swappable slot, ensuring it is firmly seated and aligned with the backplane connector.
• Connect or confirm SAS cabling if required, and verify that the drive is recognized by the system’s RAID/controller management utility.
• Power on the system and access the RAID or SSD management interface to initialize the drive, create a logical volume if needed, and apply any firmware updates recommended by HPE for optimal performance and reliability.
• Within the operating system, format the new drive as required, configure it for boot usage or caching as designed, and verify performance using standard benchmarking or workload-driven tests.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What workloads is this drive best suited for?
  A: This Read Intensive (RI) SAS SSD is optimized for read-heavy workloads, including web servers, content caching, boot volumes, and read caches. It delivers high read throughput with low latency, making it ideal for scenarios where reads dominate the data access pattern.
• Q: What does SAS 12Gb/s mean for performance?
  A: SAS 12Gb/s refers to the interface speed between the drive and the host controller. It enables higher data transfer rates and improved efficiency for enterprise workloads, supporting quick data retrieval and reduced bottlenecks in read-heavy environments.
• Q: Is the drive compatible with all SAS controllers?
  A: The drive is designed for use with compatible SAS backplanes and HPE servers. Always verify compatibility with your specific server model and RAID/controller hardware before purchase to ensure optimal fit and performance.
• Q: Can this drive be used as a boot drive?
  A: Yes, the Read Intensive 2.5-inch SAS SSD can be used as a boot drive in supported server configurations. Its reliability and low latency make it suitable for operating system storage and boot-time performance improvements.
• Q: Does the drive come with a warranty?
  A: Warranty terms vary by region and reseller. Check with your vendor or HPE support for the exact warranty coverage on this model. Enterprise SSDs typically include a manufacturer warranty and may offer extended service options.