HPE 15.36 TB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) - Read Intensive

In modern data centers, storage performance and reliability are non-negotiable. The HPE 15.36 TB Read Intensive (RI) SAS SSD is engineered to deliver blistering read throughput, high IOPS, and consistently low latency for read-dominant workloads. With a robust 12Gb/s SAS interface and a 2.5" form factor, this drive slips seamlessly into standard enterprise servers, backplanes, and storage arrays, enabling you to scale capacity without sacrificing performance. It excels in roles like read caching, boot and swap volumes, media-rich web services, and content delivery, where fast access to frequently queried data translates into faster application responses and improved user experiences.

Designed for data center efficiency, the 15.36 TB RI SSD pairs enormous capacity with enterprise-grade reliability. It minimizes service disruption by delivering predictable performance under sustained load, reducing the need for frequent hardware refreshes for read-heavy environments. This drive is ideal for deploying as a cache tier alongside higher endurance write-heavy SSDs, or as a primary read-optimized storage tier for large databases, virtual desktop infrastructure, and scalable web architectures. With HPE’s proven firmware, error correction, and data protection technologies, you gain resilience for mission-critical workloads and a lower total cost of ownership over the life of the deployment.

• Massive capacity for data-intensive reads: 15.36 TB of flash storage provides ample space for read caches, operating system images, and frequently accessed data, enabling you to consolidate workloads and reduce reliance on slower storage tiers. This generous capacity is particularly valuable for large-scale web applications, content distribution, and analytics pipelines where large read sets must be served rapidly.
• High-performance SAS interface: The 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers strong sequential throughput and impressive random read IOPS with low latency, ensuring quick access to cached data and boot volumes even under multi-user load. This performance helps accelerate application startup times, session handling, and data retrieval for read-intensive services, contributing to snappier user experiences.
• Optimized for read-intensive workloads: Specifically engineered for read-dominant scenarios such as read caching, social media feeds, streaming content, and web servers, where the majority of operations are reads. This optimization translates into sustained low latency and high IOPS, enabling efficient scaling as demand grows and user bases expand.
• Enterprise reliability and efficiency: Built to withstand the rigors of data center environments, with robust data protection features, error-correcting capabilities, and power-efficient operation. The RI SSD minimizes heat and power consumption while delivering dependable performance, helping to lower cooling and energy costs in dense server configurations.
• Easy integration with existing SAS ecosystems: The drive is designed for straightforward deployment in standard 2.5-inch bays and backplanes, making it a drop-in upgrade for many servers and storage arrays. Its compatibility helps maximize server density and simplifies lifecycle management in mixed environments that include SATA, SAS, and NVMe components.

Technical Details of HPE 15.36 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 15.36 TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5 inches
• Drive Type: Read Intensive SSD
• Workload Profile: Optimized for read-heavy workloads including read caching, boot/swap, web servers, and content delivery
• Reliability and Protection: Enterprise-grade error correction, data integrity features, and firmware designed for data center readiness

How to install HPE 15.36 TB SSD

• Prepare your system: Power down the server or storage appliance, disconnect power, and open the chassis according to the manufacturer’s maintenance guidelines. Identify an available 2.5-inch drive bay or hot-swap backplane slot compatible with SAS drives.
• Remove the existing drive (if upgrading): If you are replacing a previous drive, release the drive tray or carrier as per your system’s procedure and carefully slide the existing unit out to expose the backplane connector.
• Install the new RI SSD: Slide the HPE 15.36 TB RI SSD into the 2.5-inch bay or attach it to the hot-swap backplane. Ensure the drive is firmly seated and that the SAS data and power connectors align securely with the backplane.
• Secure and reconnect: Reinsert the drive tray, lock it if applicable, and close the chassis. Reconnect all power and data cables, and ensure the server is prepared for a system-level reconfiguration if required.
• Power on, verify, and configure: Boot the system and enter the storage or RAID management utility to confirm the drive is detected. Update firmware if prompted, and add the drive to the appropriate storage pool, cache tier, or array configuration according to your deployment plan.

Frequently asked questions

• What is Read Intensive (RI) SSD? Read Intensive SSDs are optimized for read-heavy workloads, delivering high read performance and low latency while balancing endurance to support long-term use in data center environments. They are ideal when reads far exceed writes and fast data access is critical for user experience and system responsiveness.
• What are the best use cases for this drive? The 15.36 TB RI SAS SSD excels in read-dominant roles such as read caching, OS boot volumes, large static content libraries, web serving, social media platforms, and content delivery networks. It is also well-suited as a cache tier in mixed environments, pairing with higher-endurance SSDs to accelerate frequently accessed data.
• What systems are compatible? This drive is designed for standard 2.5-inch SAS backplanes and controllers supporting 12Gb/s SAS. It works with many enterprise servers and storage arrays that accommodate 2.5" SAS drives and hot-swap configurations, offering a straightforward upgrade path for performance and capacity.
• How should I deploy this in a data center? Install the RI SSD as part of a tiered storage strategy, leveraging it for caching or boot volumes to improve latency and IOPS. Monitor health and firmware, align the drive within your storage pool, and implement regular maintenance windows for firmware updates to preserve reliability and performance over time.
• What kind of performance should I expect? You should expect strong read IOPS, lower latency, and faster data access for cached or read-heavy workloads. While exact numbers vary by workload, firmware, and system configuration, RI SSDs are built to maintain responsive performance under sustained read loads, contributing to faster application startup, quicker data retrieval, and improved end-user experiences.