HPE 800 GB SAS MU SSD – 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive for Enterprise Performance

Experience enterprise storage that blends speed, reliability, and efficiency. The HPE 800 GB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (24Gb/s SAS) - Mixed Use is engineered for demanding workloads, delivering high IOPS, low latency, and consistent throughput across analytics, virtualization, cloud services, and database environments. This mixed-use (MU) SSD is designed to empower data centers with faster data access, more responsive applications, and improved overall operational efficiency.

Designed for dense, mission-critical deployments, this 2.5-inch SAS drive slides into standard enterprise servers and storage arrays, enabling seamless upgrades and scalable performance. Built to meet the needs of modern data centers, it combines robust endurance with smart power efficiency to support round-the-clock workloads. Whether you’re running big data analytics, virtualization platforms, or transactional databases, the HPE MU SSD helps you accelerate results without compromising reliability.

• Blazing performance for mixed workloads: This MU SSD delivers high IOPS and low latency, enabling faster data processing for analytics, virtualization, and cloud services while maintaining steady throughput under diverse access patterns.
• Enterprise-grade reliability: Engineered for 24x7 operation, with advanced error correction and wear management to safeguard data integrity and extend drive life in demanding data-center environments.
• Efficient, data-center ready design: Optimized for power efficiency and thermal management in dense server racks, helping reduce cooling costs and improve overall data-center efficiency.
• Seamless compatibility: Form factor and SAS interface align with a wide range of HPE servers and SAS-enabled systems, making upgrades straightforward and downtime minimal.
• Versatile, workload-ready storage: Ideal for big data analytics, cloud computing, high-performance computing, databases, and virtualization – consolidating multiple workloads on a single, reliable MU SSD to improve TCO.

Technical Details of HPE 800 GB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (24Gb/s SAS) - Mixed Use

• Capacity: 800 GB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal
• Interface: SAS 24 Gb/s
• Drive Type: Mixed Use (MU) SSD
• Typical Workloads: Big data analytics, cloud services, virtualization, HPC, transactional databases
• Reliability Focus: Enterprise-grade endurance with robust data protection features and error correction

How to install HPE 800 GB SAS MU SSD

• Power down the server, unplug the power cords, and open the appropriate drive bay or carrier slot per your server’s maintenance procedures.
• Identify an available 2.5-inch SAS drive bay and remove any blank filler or existing drive according to your chassis guidelines.
• Slide the HPE MU SSD into the drive bay, ensuring the connector lines up cleanly with the backplane. Secure the drive with the appropriate screws or latch as required by the enclosure.
• Connect the SAS cable from the system backplane or SAS controller to the drive’s interface connector, verifying a solid, snug connection.
• Power on the server and enter the system BIOS or RAID controller management utility. Confirm the new drive is detected and assigned a valid hot-swap or storage slot, then configure the drive as part of the array or as a standalone volume according to your storage architecture.
• In the operating system, initialize the drive if required, create partitions, and format it with your preferred file system. Consider applying any available firmware updates from HPE to ensure optimal compatibility and durability.
• Monitor the drive’s health and performance using your server management tools and ensure the drive operates within expected thermal and performance parameters.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What systems is this drive compatible with? A: The HPE 800 GB SAS MU SSD is designed for enterprise SAS backplanes and servers that support 2.5-inch SAS drives. Check your server or storage array’s compatibility matrix to confirm support for SAS MU SSDs and 24 Gb/s interfaces.
• Q: What workloads are MU SSDs best suited for? A: Mixed Use MU SSDs are versatile and ideal for workloads that combine read-heavy and write-heavy I/O, such as big data analytics, virtualization, cloud platforms, databases, and HPC. They’re built to handle diverse access patterns with reliable throughput.
• Q: How should I monitor drive health and performance? A: Use your server’s management tools, such as enterprise firmware management utilities, SMART health monitoring, and vendor-specific storage management software. Regular firmware updates and health checks help maximize reliability and lifespan.
• Q: Does this drive support hot-swapping? A: In compatible backplanes and chassis designed for hot-swapping, 2.5-inch SAS drives, including MU SSDs, can be replaced without powering down the system. Always follow your hardware provider’s maintenance procedures.
• Q: What is the typical warranty? A: Warranty terms vary by region and vendor agreement. Check the purchase documentation or contact your sales representative for precise warranty coverage and support options for this HPE drive.