HPE P69239-B21 | 7.68TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe Read Intensive SSD, EDSFF E3.S EC1, CD8P

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Description

The HPE 7.68TB PCIe Gen5 NVMe Read Intensive SSD in the EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor delivers exceptional read performance for data-intensive enterprise workloads including databases, cloud compute, web serving, and hyperscale environments. Built on the Kioxia CD8P platform with TLC NAND flash, it achieves up to 1.28M random read IOPS and 14,016 TB lifetime writes at ≤1 DWPD endurance — purpose-built for HPE Gen11 and Gen12 servers requiring maximum NVMe drive density.

The EDSFF E3.S form factor enables up to 20 drives per 1U or 36 drives per 2U chassis, replacing traditional 2.5" SFF SSDs with significantly greater density and improved thermal management. HPE Digitally Signed Firmware protects against malicious firmware attacks, while the hot-pluggable design minimises downtime during maintenance.

Features

- PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface delivers maximum I/O bandwidth and reduced latency via direct PCIe bus communication
- EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor supports up to 20 drives per 1U and 36 drives per 2U for superior NVMe density
- Kioxia CD8P platform with TLC NAND flash for high-throughput read-intensive workload performance
- Over 1.28 million max random read IOPS for demanding database and cloud compute applications
- HPE Digitally Signed Firmware guards against malicious firmware attacks
- Hot-pluggable design enables live drive replacement with minimal operational disruption
- Full data-path error detection ensures data integrity across all I/O operations
- Improved thermal design and power management optimised for high-density server deployments
- 14,016 TB lifetime writes at ≤1 DWPD endurance, suitable for sustained read-dominant workloads
- Compatible with HPE Gen11 and Gen12 server platforms (B21/H21/K21 suffix variants)

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: 7.68 TB (7,680 GB)
- Interface: PCIe Gen5 NVMe
- Form Factor: EDSFF E3.S EC1 (7.5 mm thin carrier)
- Controller Platform: Kioxia CD8P
- Flash Type: TLC NAND
- Workload Type: Read Intensive (RI)
- Endurance: ≤1 DWPD
- Lifetime Writes: 14,016 TB
- Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 207,936
- Max Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=256): 1,280,513
- Random Write IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 214,770
- Max Random Write IOPS (4KiB, Q=16): 218,309
- Power Consumption: 20.94 W
- Hot Pluggable: Yes
- Server Compatibility: HPE Gen11, Gen12
- Warranty: 3-year (3/0/0)

FAQs

Q: What servers is the HPE P69239-B21 SSD compatible with?
A: This SSD is designed for HPE Gen11 and Gen12 servers that support the EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor. It is compatible across multiple HPE server family lines, including variants with B21, H21, and K21 suffix designations. Always verify your server's backplane and chassis support for E3.S drives before ordering.

Q: What workloads is this SSD best suited for?
A: The 7.68TB Read Intensive SSD is optimised for workloads with high read-to-write ratios, including web servers, read caching, boot and swap volumes, relational databases, cloud compute, containerised applications, and hyperscale environments. Its ≤1 DWPD endurance rating reflects its read-focused design.

Q: Why choose EDSFF E3.S over a traditional 2.5" SFF SSD?
A: The EDSFF E3.S form factor enables significantly higher drive density — up to 20 drives per 1U or 36 drives per 2U chassis — compared to traditional 2.5" SFF configurations. It also provides improved thermal management, better power efficiency, and exclusive access to PCIe Gen5 bandwidth in HPE platforms.

Q: Does this SSD support hot-plug replacement?
A: Yes. The HPE P69239-B21 is hot-pluggable, allowing the drive to be replaced during server operation without requiring a full system shutdown — minimising downtime in production environments.

Q: What is HPE Digitally Signed Firmware and why does it matter?
A: HPE Digitally Signed Firmware is a security feature that cryptographically verifies firmware integrity before it is loaded. This protects the drive against unauthorised or malicious firmware modifications, which is a critical security control for enterprise and government deployments.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE P69239-B21 SSD in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller supplying HPE enterprise storage solutions including this 7.68TB NVMe Gen5 E3.S SSD. Contact us for pricing, availability, and volume purchase enquiries.

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