Brand: HPE · SKU: VK0480GEPQP · MPN: VK0480GEPQP · Category: Storage
The VK0480GEPQP is an HPE Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD) designed for server environments requiring high random read IOPs performance. It features a 480GB capacity with a SATA 6Gb/s interface and comes in a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF). This drive is optimized for Read Intensive (RI) workloads, offering high performance, better latency, and power efficiency compared to traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). Depending on the exact SKU variant (-SC, -SCC, or base), it may include a Smart Carrier (SC/SCC) and Power Loss Protection (PLP). Some listings indicate it uses MLC NAND flash, while others suggest TLC for similar models, but it is generally optimized for enterprise read-intensive tasks. It is compatible with a wide range of HPE ProLiant server models (Gen8, Gen9, etc.). Note that the base model VK0480GEPQP might be Non-Hot-Plug (NHP) based on some descriptions.
| Capacity | 480 GB |
|---|---|
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch SFF |
| Carrier Type | Smart Carrier (SC) or Smart Carrier Converter (SCC) for some variants |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes (for SC/SCC variants) or No (for NHP variants) |
| Workload Type | Read Intensive (RI) |
| Endurance DWPD | 1.4 (MLC) or 0.8 (TLC variant) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gb/sec (external) |
| NAND Flash Memory Type | MLC or TLC (Varies by exact sub-model) |
| Max Sequential Reads Throughput | 530 MiB/s |
| Max Sequential Writes Throughput | 405 MiB/s (MLC) or 465 MiB/s (TLC variant) |
| Warranty | 90 Days to 3 Years depending on specific seller/SKU variant. |
| Weight | N/A |
| Dimensions | 2.5 inch SFF |
HPE Enterprise Solid State Drive (SSD) with 480GB capacity, designed for read-intensive server applications. It utilizes a SATA 6Gb/s interface for fast data transfer and comes in a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF). The drive is built for reliability and performance in ProLiant servers, often featuring HPE digitally signed firmware and support for management tools like SmartSSD Wear Gauge.
Yes, this HPE 480GB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Read Intensive (RI) Solid State Drive (SSD) (VK0480GEPQP) is 100% genuine HPE hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE 480GB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) Read Intensive (RI) Solid State Drive (SSD) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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