HPE PM1733 15.36 TB NVMe SSD — Read Intensive, 2.5" U.3 PCIe x4

Discover the power of a purpose-built enterprise solution with the HPE PM1733 15.36 TB Read Intensive (RI) Solid State Drive. Designed for data centers, cloud infrastructures, and demanding enterprise workloads, this 2.5" internally mounted NVMe SSD delivers exceptional read performance, high IOPs, and reliable operation under continuous load. Built on the PCIe NVMe x4 interface and optimized for the U.3 standard, the PM1733 RI enables faster data access, accelerated boot times, smoother virtualized environments, and more responsive storage for large-scale applications. Its read-optimized design makes it ideal for read caching, bulk storage, email archives, social media platforms, and other workloads where speedy reads translate directly into faster analytics, better user experiences, and reduced latency across the data path. With enterprise-grade reliability, efficient power usage, and flexible deployment options, this drive helps data centers scale storage capacity without compromising performance or service levels.

• Exceptional read performance for caching and read-intensive workloads: The PM1733 RI is engineered to maximize IOPs and minimize latency for read-heavy tasks such as caching, boot/se swap, content delivery, and analytics pipelines, delivering faster data access and improved application responsiveness.
• Massive capacity in a compact 2.5" form factor: At 15.36 TB, this drive consolidates vast datasets, databases, media libraries, and archival data in a single drive, reducing rack space, cabling complexity, and management overhead while enabling denser storage architectures.
• Enterprise-grade reliability and endurance: Built for continuous operation in data centers and enterprise environments, the PM1733 RI emphasizes robust data integrity features, error correction, and wear management to sustain performance over time under demanding workloads.
• Thermal and power-efficient design for data-center efficiency: Optimized for thermal stability and lower power consumption, this RI SSD helps data centers meet cooling and energy goals while maintaining consistent throughput and low latency during peak workloads.
• Flexible deployment with U.3 and PCIe NVMe x4 support: The 2.5" U.3 interface and PCIe NVMe x4 compatibility provide broad server and storage array compatibility, enabling straightforward integration into modern data-center infrastructure and high-throughput configurations.

Technical Details of HPE PM1733 15.36 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 15.36 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5" Internal
• Interface: PCIe NVMe x4, U.3
• Drive Type: Read Intensive (RI) SSD
• Target Workloads: Read-heavy caches, bulk storage, boot/swapping, and read-centric databases

How to Install HPE PM1733

• Prepare the system: Power down the host and perform any required lockout/tagout procedures. Ensure the server or storage array has an available U.3 2.5" drive bay and a backplane that supports NVMe drives.
• Verify compatibility: Confirm that the chassis, backplane, and management controller support PCIe NVMe x4 drives in a 2.5" form factor with U.3 interface.
• Insert the drive: Carefully insert the PM1733 RI into the drive bay, aligning connectors and seating the drive fully into the backplane or caddy. Secure with the appropriate screws or locking mechanism.
• Reconnect and power up: Reassemble the chassis, reconnect power and data cables, and boot the system.
• Initialize and configure: Use the server BIOS/UEFI, host operating system, or storage management tools to detect the new drive. Initialize, partition, format, and assign storage according to your deployment requirements.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What workloads is the PM1733 RI best suited for? A: It excels in read-intensive scenarios, including read caching, bulk storage, boot and swap operations, media streaming, read-heavy databases, and content delivery networks, where high IOPs and low latency drive faster application and user experiences.
• Q: What interface does this drive use? A: It uses a PCIe NVMe x4 interface with a U.3 standard, in a 2.5" form factor compatible with many enterprise servers and storage arrays.
• Q: Is the PM1733 RI hot-swappable? A: Yes, when installed in a compatible enterprise drive bay or backplane that supports hot-swappable NVMe drives.
• Q: How does the PM1733 RI improve data-center efficiency? A: By combining large capacity with read-optimized performance and energy-efficient design, it reduces drive density needs, lowers latency, and helps manage power and cooling in dense rack deployments.
• Q: Where can I find SKU-specific specifications and warranty? A: Refer to the official HP/HPE product documentation or your vendor’s procurement portal for SKU-specific details, warranty terms, and support coverage.