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HPE P79620-B21 | 6550 30.72TB NVMe Gen5 EDSFF EC1 SSD, SED, Very Read Optimized

HPE P79620-B21 | 6550 30.72TB NVMe Gen5 EDSFF EC1 SSD, SED, Very Read Optimized

P79620-B21

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Description

The HPE 6550 30.72TB NVMe Gen5 EDSFF Self-Encrypting SSD delivers massive read-intensive throughput for AI inference, content-delivery networks, and data analytics workloads on HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 servers. Leveraging PCIe Gen5 x4 bandwidth via the EDSFF E1.L (EC1) form factor, this drive achieves up to 20 drives per 1U chassis — significantly higher density than traditional 2.5-inch SFF SSDs — while hardware-based self-encryption (SED) with TCG Opal Rev 2.02 and FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiability ensures data-at-rest security without performance penalty.

Built on the Micron 6550 ION platform, the P79620-B21 supports up to 512 NVMe namespaces, full data-path error detection, digitally signed firmware (FIPS 186-5), and SPDM 1.2 firmware authentication for a robust enterprise security posture. Weighted round-robin with urgent arbitration provides NVMe QoS for mixed workloads, while direct PCIe bus communication minimises latency versus SAS or SATA alternatives. In stock and ready to ship from iptrading.com.au — order now for fast dispatch.

Features

- PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe interface delivers maximum bandwidth exclusively available via EDSFF E1.L form factor
- Hardware-based Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) with TCG Opal Rev 2.02 — zero CPU overhead for encryption
- FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable for regulated and high-security environments
- SPDM 1.2 firmware authentication and FIPS 186-5 digitally signed firmware protect against supply-chain attacks
- Isolated security environment via Micron enterprise security suite
- Up to 20 EDSFF drives per 1U HPE ProLiant server for industry-leading storage density
- Up to 512 NVMe namespaces supported for multi-tenant and virtualised workloads
- Full data-path error detection ensures data accuracy and integrity at scale
- Weighted round-robin with urgent arbitration for NVMe QoS in mixed I/O environments
- Direct PCIe bus communication bypasses SAS/SATA stack, reducing latency significantly
- Optimised for AI, content-delivery networks, and data analytics read-heavy workloads
- Endurance rated up to 112,000TB written (128KB random writes)
- Qualified on HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 servers for assured compatibility and support

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: 30.72TB
- Interface: PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe
- Form Factor: EDSFF EC1 (E1.L)
- Controller: Micron 6550 ION
- Workload Optimisation: Very Read Optimized (VRO)
- Performance Tier: Mainstream Performance
- Endurance (TBW): Up to 112,000TB (128KB random writes)
- NVMe Namespaces: Up to 512 supported
- Encryption: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED), TCG Opal Rev 2.02
- Security Certification: FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable
- Firmware Authentication: SPDM 1.2 specification support
- Firmware Signing: FIPS 186-5 digitally signed
- Drive Density: Up to 20x EDSFF drives per 1U HPE ProLiant server
- Server Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12

FAQs

Q: Which HPE servers are compatible with the P79620-B21?
A: The HPE 6550 30.72TB NVMe Gen5 EDSFF SSD is qualified and supported on HPE ProLiant Gen11 and Gen12 servers that feature EDSFF EC1 (E1.L) drive bays. Always verify compatibility with HPE's Single Point of Connectivity Knowledge (SPOCK) tool before deployment.

Q: What workloads is this drive best suited for?
A: As a Very Read Optimized (VRO) drive, it is ideal for read-intensive workloads such as AI inference, content-delivery networks, data analytics, and large-scale object storage — applications where sequential and random read performance and capacity density are the primary requirements.

Q: How does the Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) feature work?
A: The drive uses hardware-based AES encryption with TCG Opal Rev 2.02 compliance. Encryption and decryption are handled entirely within the drive controller, so there is no CPU overhead or performance penalty. It is also FIPS 140-3 Level 2 certifiable, making it suitable for regulated environments requiring data-at-rest security.

Q: Why use EDSFF EC1 form factor instead of traditional 2.5-inch SFF SSDs?
A: The EDSFF EC1 (E1.L) form factor enables up to 20 drives in a single 1U HPE ProLiant server — far exceeding the density achievable with 2.5-inch SFF drives. It also supports PCIe Gen5, which is not typically available on SFF drive bays, and offers improved thermals and power efficiency for high-density NVMe deployments.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE P79620-B21 in Australia from IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading (iptrading.com.au) is an Australian B2B IT hardware reseller with the P79620-B21 in stock and ready to ship. Contact our team for volume pricing, compatibility advice, or assistance with HPE ProLiant SSD configurations.

Q: Does this drive require additional licensing to enable encryption?
A: No additional HPE software licensing is required to enable the hardware-based self-encryption on this drive. However, a compatible key management solution (such as a KMIP-compliant server) is recommended for enterprise key lifecycle management in production deployments.

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