Name: P19937-K21 HP 480GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s Read-Intensive Hot-Plug 2.5-inch SSD
Brand: HP
SKU: P19937-K21
Price: 221.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 480GB Triple-Level Cell SATA 6Gb/s SSD is a storage device designed primarily for read-heavy environments in servers such as the ProLiant DL160 Gen10. It fits into 2.5-inch bays and supports hot swapping, allowing administrators to manage storage with minimal disruption. Its use of TLC NAND balances capacity with endurance, making it a solid option for data center applications focused on read operations.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	P19937-K21

Technical Information
Capacity	480GB
NAND Flash	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SATA 6GB/s
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Performance
Max Sequential Read	560 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	520 MB/s
Random Read	97,000 IOPS (4K)
Random Write	17,000 IOPS (4K)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	15 x 69.85 x 100.45 mm
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This 480GB HP solid state drive delivers dependable storage optimized for read-intensive applications. Built to fit in 2.5-inch drive bays, it offers quick and efficient data access with a SATA 6Gb/s interface. It’s commonly used in ProLiant DL160 Gen10 servers and similar setups where consistent read performance is crucial. Engineered for IT professionals managing data centers and enterprise servers, this drive supports workloads that demand frequent reading of large data sets while maintaining energy efficiency and durability. Its hot-pluggable design simplifies upgrades and replacements without downtime. Key Features Employs TLC NAND for balanced performance and storage density Compatible with SATA 6Gb/s for steady data throughput Meets read-intensive specifications suitable for server tasks Hot-pluggable to enable drive swaps without powering down Compact 2.5-inch size fits standard server drive bays Typically installed in enterprise servers like the ProLiant DL160 Gen10, this drive plays a role in enhancing data retrieval speeds for applications such as databases, virtualization, and web services. Its reliability and ease of use make it a practical choice for IT teams looking to maintain consistent server performance.

Use Cases
The HP 480GB TLC SATA 6Gb/s SSD is optimized for read-intensive storage tasks commonly found in enterprise server environments. It serves organizations managing large-scale data retrieval operations, benefiting IT administrators who require hot-swappable, durable storage solutions for continuous uptime and efficient maintenance. How It's Used: Supporting read-heavy database systems in data center rack deployments where fast access to stored data is critical. Serving as cache drives in virtualization environments to accelerate I/O operations for multiple virtual machines. Providing primary storage for content delivery networks requiring rapid retrieval of static assets. Facilitating log and audit data storage in enterprise IT infrastructures with frequent read access patterns. Enabling hot-plug storage management in server clusters to minimize downtime during hardware replacements. By focusing on read-intensive applications, this SSD enhances operational efficiency and scalability in high-demand storage environments. Its hot-pluggable design allows seamless integration into existing server architectures, supporting continuous system availability and streamlined data workflows.