HPE 960 GB NVMe SSD – 2.5" Internal U.3 PCIe x4 Read Intensive Drive

Boost data center performance with an enterprise-class solution designed for read-heavy workloads and demanding environments. The HPE 960 GB Solid State Drive is a 2.5-inch internal NVMe SSD built for reliability, efficiency, and scalable performance. Engineered for big data analytics, cloud infrastructure, virtualized workloads, and mission-critical databases, this drive delivers fast, consistent access to frequently read data while reducing latency and power consumption. With a U.3 interface and PCIe NVMe x4 connectivity, it integrates seamlessly into modern servers and storage arrays, supporting a wide range of deployments from constrained edge environments to large-scale data centers. Whether you’re accelerating analytics pipelines, improving BI response times, or powering high-demand virtualization hosts, this drive is designed to help you achieve faster business results with lower total cost of ownership.

• High-performance read-intensive design: Optimized for sustained read throughput and low latency, enabling rapid access to frequently queried data, large-scale analytics, and real-time reporting. The NVMe protocol over a PCIe x4 interface delivers lower latency and higher IOPS compared with traditional SATA or SAS SSDs, helping apps and databases respond faster under heavy load.
• Enterprise reliability for mission-critical workloads: Built to handle continuous read operations with robust error correction, wear leveling, and data integrity features. This drive is engineered to maintain performance consistency over time, supporting service-level objectives in production environments and reducing the risk of slowdowns during peak activity.
• Efficient and cooling-friendly operation: Designed to balance performance with energy efficiency, helping data centers manage power budgets and thermal envelopes. Lower power draw per I/O translates to cooler operation in dense server racks and storage enclosures, contributing to lower total cost of ownership over the life of the drive.
• 2.5" U.3 form factor for flexible deployment: The compact 2.5-inch form factor with U.3 (SFF-8639) PCIe NVMe x4 interface enables easy drop-in replacement in supported servers, backplanes, and storage arrays. The drive is suitable for a wide range of configurations, including single-disk boot/acceleration roles and multi-drive storage pools, making it a versatile option for both new builds and upgrades.
• Seamless integration with HPE ecosystems: Optimized for use in HPE ProLiant servers, storage solutions, and other enterprise platforms. Broad OS support and driver compatibility ensure straightforward deployment with Windows, Linux, and virtualization environments, while HP’s ecosystem tooling helps streamline firmware updates, monitoring, and lifecycle management.

Technical Details of HPE 960 GB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - U.3 (PCI Express NVMe x4) - Read Intensive

• Capacity: 960 GB
• Form factor: 2.5" internal
• Interface: U.3 (SFF-8639), PCIe NVMe x4
• Protocol: NVMe
• Drive type: Read Intensive
• Workload focus: Read-heavy analytics, BI, databases, and virtualized environments

How to install HPE 960 GB NVMe SSD

Installing this drive involves ensuring compatibility with your host system and following standard NVMe deployment best practices. Start by verifying that your server or storage enclosure supports U.3 NVMe drives and has an available 2.5" drive bay or compatible hot-swap backplane. With the system powered down, insert the 960 GB NVMe SSD into an appropriate U.3-enabled slot or drive tray, aligning the connector to the backplane or interface card. Secure the drive in the bay with screws or fasteners provided by the chassis or drive tray. Once the physical installation is complete, reattach power and boot the system. Enter the server’s firmware or operating system installer to initialize the new drive, or use your storage controller’s management interface to provision the drive into a pool or volume. Update the drive firmware if a newer version is available, and format the volume according to your file system choice. After deployment, monitor performance and health using the standard management tools supplied by your OS or storage controller to ensure consistent read performance, adequate endurance, and expected reliability for your workloads.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the capacity of this HPE SSD? The drive offers 960 GB of storage capacity, suitable for read-intensive workloads that require fast access to large data sets without relying on constantly updating data.
• What interface and form factor does it use? It is a 2.5-inch internal drive with a U.3 (SFF-8639) PCIe NVMe x4 interface, designed for enterprise servers and storage backplanes that support U.3 connectivity.
• What kind of workloads is this drive best suited for? It is optimized for read-intensive workloads, including big data analytics, data warehousing, business intelligence dashboards, database read-heavy operations, and virtualization hosts where read performance and low latency are critical.
• Can I use this drive in non-HPE systems? The drive is designed for enterprise environments and is compatible with systems that support U.3 NVMe drives. Always verify host compatibility, backplane support, and required drivers or firmware before purchase.
• Is this drive suitable for storage arrays and hot-swappable configurations? Yes, the 2.5" form factor and U.3 interface make it a good option for enterprise storage arrays and hot-swap backplanes that support NVMe drives, enabling flexible deployment in data-center architectures.
• Does it include data protection features? Enterprise NVMe drives typically include robust ECC and error management to maintain data integrity during read operations, along with wear leveling and power-loss protection features where applicable. For specific protection features and warranty terms, refer to the official product documentation and your vendor’s policy.