HPE P80318-B21 | PE9010 480GB NVMe Gen4 Read Intensive M.2 2280 Server SSD

Q: What servers is the HPE PE9010 480GB M.2 SSD compatible with?
A: The HPE PE9010 M.2 2280 SSD is designed for use in HPE ProLiant and Apollo servers that support M.2 NVMe Gen4 storage. Use the HPE SSD Selector Tool to confirm compatibility with your specific server model before ordering.

Q: Is this SSD suitable for write-intensive workloads?
A: The PE9010 is optimised for read-intensive workloads with a 1.12 DWPD endurance rating. It is best suited for applications such as web serving, OS boot, read caching, and social media — workloads where reads significantly outweigh writes. For write-intensive use cases, consider an HPE Mixed Use or Write Intensive SSD.

Q: What interface does the HPE PE9010 use?
A: This SSD uses PCIe NVMe Gen4 (PCIe 4.0) via the M.2 2280 connector, delivering significantly higher bandwidth and lower latency compared to SATA or earlier PCIe generations.

Q: Does this SSD include digitally signed firmware?
A: Yes. The HPE PE9010 features digitally signed firmware, which helps prevent unauthorised firmware modifications and protects against data loss or malicious attacks — an important security consideration for enterprise server environments.

Q: Can I purchase the HPE P80318-B21 SSD in Australia through IP Trading?
A: Yes. IP Trading stocks authentic HPE server storage options including the PE9010 SSD and ships Australia-wide. Visit iptrading.com.au to order or contact the team for volume pricing and availability.

Q: Does the HPE PE9010 SSD require any additional licences to operate?
A: No additional software licences are required. The SSD operates natively within supported HPE servers, though HPE Smart Array or compatible controller support may be required depending on your server configuration.