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Silver 2.5 inch SATA SSD with hot-plug tray, 480 GB

HPE

HPE P40502-B21 480 GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-5J07-K1VF3 MPN P40502-B21,.

A 480 GB 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD rated for 3.5 DWPD mixed-use endurance with hot-plug support for server workloads

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity480GB
  • FeaturesProduct Number (SKU) P40502-B21. Interface: Serial ATA III C
  • Height14.6 mm
  • Width219.2 mm
  • Mixed-use endurance rated at 3.5 DWPD for balanced workloads
  • Hot-pluggable 2.5" design enables server maintenance without downtime
  • 480 GB capacity on SATA 6 Gbps interface for broad compatibility
  • End-to-end data protection plus wear leveling preserves data integrity
  • Low 3.56 W power draw reduces server energy costs

Server SSD for mixed workloads

The HPE P40502-B21 is a 2.5 inch internal solid state drive built for server and workstation platforms. It delivers 480 GB of capacity over a SATA 6 Gbps interface and carries a 3.5 DWPD endurance rating for mixed use applications. Hot-plug support allows insertion or removal without powering down the host system. End-to-end data protection and advanced wear leveling help maintain data integrity across the drive life.

Verify SATA bay and hot-plug capability

Confirm the target chassis provides a 2.5 inch drive bay with a SATA backplane that supports hot-plug operation. The drive draws 3.56 watts and measures 14.6 mm in height so the bay must accommodate that thickness. Ensure the server firmware and drive carrier are compatible with the P40502-B21 part number before installation. No additional cabling is required beyond the standard SATA power and data connections.

Sustained write behaviour at rated endurance

Under continuous mixed workloads the drive is rated for 3.5 drive writes per day across its warranty period. Advanced wear leveling distributes writes evenly across the NAND to prevent premature block exhaustion. Thermal throttling may engage if the drive temperature exceeds safe limits during prolonged heavy I/O. Performance remains consistent within the SATA 600 Mbps interface ceiling as long as the workload stays within the specified endurance envelope.

Highlights

  • Mixed-use endurance rated at 3.5 DWPD for balanced workloads
  • Hot-pluggable 2.5" design enables server maintenance without downtime
  • 480 GB capacity on SATA 6 Gbps interface for broad compatibility
  • End-to-end data protection plus wear leveling preserves data integrity
  • Low 3.56 W power draw reduces server energy costs

Specifications

BrandHPE
ModelP40502-B21
Part NumberP40502-B21
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity480GB
FeaturesProduct Number (SKU) P40502-B21.
Interface: Serial ATA III
Component for: Server/workstation
Endurance type: Mixed Use
Drive type: Internal
Power (Watts) 3.56.
Plug Type. Hot Pluggable.
Hot-plug support: Yes
Data transfer rate: 600 MBps
Features: Business critical, Mixed-Use
Special features: Hot-swap HDD bay
Maximum read access: 62,000 IOPS
Maximum write access: 29,000 IOPS
Lifetime writes: 3,000
Drive interface standard: SATA/600
Weight: 17.64 oz
Height14.6 mm
Width219.2 mm
Depth228.6 mm
Weight500 g
Shipping weight4.54 kg
Package size254 × 254 × 254 mm

Questions about this item

Will this 2.5 inch drive fit in a 3.5 inch server bay?

The drive measures 2.5 inches wide and 14.6 mm high so it needs a 2.5 inch bay or a 3.5 inch adapter bracket to install.

Is the SATA interface fast enough for mixed-use server workloads?

The SATA 6 Gbps link and 3.5 DWPD endurance rating are designed for mixed read and write traffic in server environments.

Can I swap this drive without shutting down the server?

Yes, the drive supports hot-plug operation so it can be inserted or removed while the system is running.

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