Name: P40506-X21 HPE 960GB SAS 12Gb/s Read-Intensive SSD
Brand: HPE
SKU: P40506-X21
Price: 1.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 960GB SAS 12Gb/s BC Read-Intensive Value Solid State Drive focuses on providing dependable read performance for enterprise environments. It fits well in storage arrays or servers that require steady, efficient access to data without the need for heavy write endurance. This drive balances capacity and speed to support a range of business applications, often serving as a cost-effective option in data centers looking to optimize their storage infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	P40506-X21

Technical Information
Capacity	960GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	15 x 69.85 x 100.2 mm
Weight	1.10
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This HPE 960GB SAS SSD is designed to deliver fast and reliable storage for read-heavy applications. It’s commonly used in enterprise servers and storage systems where consistent performance and durability matter, especially for workloads like data warehousing and content delivery. Built for IT professionals managing mid-tier storage environments, it offers a balance of capacity and speed without the premium cost of write-intensive drives. Many organizations rely on it to improve data access times and reduce bottlenecks in their infrastructures. Key Features High-speed 12Gb/s SAS interface enhances data transfer rates Capacity tailored for substantial storage needs without overspending Read-intensive design extends drive life in frequent-access scenarios Compatibility with existing SAS controllers ensures easy integration Enterprise-grade reliability suitable for 24/7 operation This SSD is often found in data centers and enterprise storage arrays where read performance is critical but budgets are limited. It helps deliver responsive access to large datasets while fitting into existing hardware setups without extra upgrades.

Use Cases
The HPE 960GB SAS 12Gb/s Read-Intensive SSD is primarily deployed in enterprise settings that require consistent read performance for data access, such as storage arrays and server environments. It is well-suited for organizations aiming to optimize read-heavy workloads without incurring the cost or complexity of write-intensive drives. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization environments that demand rapid retrieval of virtual machine images and snapshots. Enhancing performance in enterprise storage clusters handling large-scale database querying. Deployed in remote or branch office servers where read-centric applications like file sharing are critical. Integration within data centers focused on analytics workloads requiring swift access to archived data. Used in rack-mounted servers performing content delivery tasks with high read throughput. This SSD provides a balance of capacity and read efficiency that supports operational stability and scalable storage architectures. Its compatibility with existing SAS infrastructure ensures seamless integration, helping IT teams maintain performance consistency while managing diverse enterprise workloads.

P40506-X21 HPE 960GB SAS 12Gb/s Read-Intensive SSD

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