HPE P79618-B21 | 6550 61.44TB NVMe Gen5 VRO E3.S EC1 EDSFF SSD, Non-SED

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Description

The HPE 6550 61.44TB NVMe Gen5 SSD in the compact EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor delivers exceptional read throughput for very read-heavy enterprise workloads including content delivery, analytics, and large-dataset applications. Built on the Micron 6550 ION platform with a PCIe Gen5 x4 interface, it offers significantly higher bandwidth than Gen4 alternatives while enabling extreme storage density — up to 20 drives per 1U or 36 drives per 2U in compatible HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 servers. With 28,000TBW endurance and support for up to 512 namespaces, it is purpose-engineered for read-dominant, mainstream performance deployments.

This Non-SED variant provides rigorous HPE qualification and digitally signed firmware for supply chain security, plus SPDM 1.2 secure drive-to-host attestation. Compatible with HPE ProLiant DL360, DL380, DL560, Apollo, and Synergy platforms, it is an ideal upgrade for organisations scaling read-intensive storage in high-density rack environments.

Features

- PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface delivers substantially higher bandwidth than Gen4 for read-intensive workloads
- EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor supports up to 20 drives per 1U or 36 drives per 2U for extreme storage density
- Very Read Optimized (VRO) workload profile — purpose-built for analytics, content delivery, and large-dataset reads
- Up to 28,000TBW endurance with support for up to 512 NVMe namespaces
- SPDM 1.2 secure drive-to-host attestation for platform integrity verification
- Digitally signed firmware ensures supply chain security and prevents unauthorised firmware updates
- FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable platform for high-security enterprise environments
- Rigorous HPE qualification and validation for ProLiant Gen11/Gen12 server compatibility
- Improved power efficiency and thermal characteristics versus traditional 2.5-inch NVMe hot-swap drives
- Compatible with HPE ProLiant, Apollo, and Synergy server ecosystems

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

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Technical Specifications

- Capacity: 61.44TB (formatted)
- Interface: PCIe Gen5 NVMe (x4)
- Form Factor: EDSFF E3.S EC1 (single port x4)
- Underlying Drive Model: Micron 6550 ION
- Workload Classification: Very Read Optimized (VRO)
- Performance Tier: Mainstream Performance
- Endurance (TBW): Up to 28,000TB (4KB random writes)
- Supported Namespaces: Up to 512
- Security: TCG Opal Rev 2.02, FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable, SPDM 1.2
- Encryption: Non-SED (non-self-encrypting)
- Compatible Servers: HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 (DL360, DL380, DL560, etc.)
- Also compatible with: HPE Apollo and Synergy server platforms

FAQs

Q: What workloads is the HPE P79618-B21 SSD optimised for?
A: This drive is classified as Very Read Optimized (VRO), making it ideal for content delivery networks, large-scale analytics, AI inferencing, data lakes, and any enterprise workload where reads vastly outnumber writes. Its 61.44TB capacity also suits archival and warm-data tiers where density is critical.

Q: Which HPE servers are compatible with the P79618-B21?
A: The drive is qualified for HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 servers that support the EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor, including the DL360, DL380, and DL560 families, as well as select Apollo and Synergy platforms. Always verify the HPE QuickSpecs for your specific server model before ordering.

Q: What is the EDSFF E3.S EC1 form factor and why does it matter?
A: EDSFF (Enterprise and Datacenter SSD Form Factor) E3.S EC1 is a compact, hot-plug NVMe form factor designed specifically for high-density server storage. It enables up to 20 drives per 1U server or 36 drives per 2U, delivering far greater storage density than traditional 2.5-inch hot-swap NVMe drives while improving airflow and power efficiency.

Q: Is this drive self-encrypting (SED)?
A: No — the P79618-B21 is the Non-SED variant. If your environment requires hardware-based encryption (e.g. TCG Opal SED), refer to the -H21 or -K21 suffix variants designed for alternate server lines or SED requirements. Contact the IP Trading team for guidance on the right variant.

Q: What security certifications does this SSD support?
A: Although this is the Non-SED model, it still supports SPDM 1.2 secure drive-to-host attestation and carries digitally signed firmware for supply chain integrity. The underlying Micron 6550 ION platform is also FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable, which is relevant for environments with strict data security compliance requirements.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE P79618-B21 in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller supplying HPE storage products nationally. We offer fast shipping and expert pre-sales support to help you confirm compatibility and procurement requirements. Contact us or order directly online.

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