HPE P61035-B21 | 7.68TB NVMe Gen4 U.3 SFF SSD, Read Intensive, Self-Encrypting, FIPS 140-3

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Description

The HPE P61035-B21 is a 7.68TB NVMe Gen4 U.3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Solid State Drive designed for high-performance read-intensive enterprise workloads. Built to the CM7 specification with PCIe Gen4 interface speeds, this drive delivers exceptional sequential read throughput for data analytics, virtualisation, and high-density storage environments. The integrated self-encrypting drive (SED) capability meets FIPS 140-3 certification, ensuring data-at-rest security compliance for government, healthcare, and regulated industry deployments.

Designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus and Gen11 servers with the Basic Carrier (BC) backplane, this drive integrates seamlessly into HPE's storage ecosystem with iLO-based monitoring and HPE Smart Array compatibility. The U.3 interface offers tri-mode flexibility for broad controller support.

Features

- PCIe Gen4 NVMe interface delivers significantly higher bandwidth and lower latency versus Gen3
- FIPS 140-3 validated self-encrypting drive ensures data-at-rest compliance for regulated industries
- U.3 tri-mode interface provides flexible deployment across NVMe-capable HPE backplanes
- Read Intensive optimisation suited for analytics, virtualisation, and content serving workloads
- 7.68TB high-density capacity reduces drive count and simplifies storage scaling
- HPE Basic Carrier (BC) form factor integrates directly into supported ProLiant server bays
- CM7 platform engineering delivers enterprise-grade reliability and endurance
- Compatible with HPE iLO monitoring for proactive health management and predictive failure alerting

Warranty

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) offers a standard limited hardware warranty on its products, with coverage periods varying by product line. For instance, HPE ProLiant servers typically come with a 1 to 3-year limited warranty, while other products may have different durations.
Extended Warranty Options via IP Trading:
IP Trading offers tailored extended warranty solutions and support packages for HPE products, ensuring your IT infrastructure remains protected beyond the standard warranty period. Contact our team to explore options that align with your organisation's needs.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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Technical Specifications

FAQs

Technical Specifications

- Capacity: 7.68TB
- Interface: NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4, U.3
- Form Factor: Small Form Factor (SFF), 2.5-inch
- Carrier Type: Basic Carrier (BC)
- Drive Class: Read Intensive
- Encryption: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)
- Security Certification: FIPS 140-3
- Series: CM7 (High Performance)
- Compatible Servers: HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus, Gen11

FAQs

Q: What servers is the HPE P61035-B21 compatible with?
A: The P61035-B21 is designed for HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus and Gen11 servers that support the NVMe U.3 Basic Carrier (BC) backplane. Always verify compatibility with HPE's SPOCK (Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge) tool before purchasing.

Q: What does 'Read Intensive' mean for this SSD?
A: Read Intensive drives are optimised for workloads with a high ratio of read operations, such as content delivery, data analytics, web serving, and virtualisation. They offer higher endurance for read-heavy environments at a more cost-effective price point than mixed-use or write-intensive drives.

Q: Is the self-encrypting feature hardware-based?
A: Yes. The P61035-B21 features a hardware-based Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) that performs AES encryption at the drive level without impacting host CPU performance. FIPS 140-3 certification validates that the cryptographic module meets rigorous U.S. federal security standards.

Q: What is the U.3 interface and why does it matter?
A: U.3 is a tri-mode interface standard that supports NVMe, SAS, and SATA protocols over the same physical connector. This flexibility allows U.3 drives to be used in a wider range of backplane configurations, making them more versatile than traditional NVMe M.2 or proprietary form factors.

Q: Can I purchase this drive in Australia with local support?
A: Yes. The HPE P61035-B21 is available through iptrading.com.au, an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller offering competitive pricing and local support for HPE server storage products.

Q: What is the CM7 designation on this HPE SSD?
A: CM7 refers to HPE's 7th-generation solid-state drive platform optimised for NVMe Gen4 performance. CM7 drives are engineered to deliver higher throughput and lower latency compared to prior generations, making them suitable for demanding enterprise and cloud workloads.

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HPE P61035-B21 | 7.68TB NVMe Gen4 U.3 SFF SSD, Read Intensive, Self-Encrypting, FIPS 140-3