Description
Upgrade your data center performance with the HPE 7.68TB SAS 12G Read Intensive (RI) SFF Smart Carrier PM5 SSD, built for enterprise workloads that demand fast, reliable access to data. Designed for read-intensive applications like web hosting, read caching, boot/swap, and social media platforms, this 2.5" Small Form Factor SSD delivers high read IOPS and low latency with full-duplex 12Gb/s SAS interface.
With future-ready support for 24Gb SAS enhancements, this SSD is hot-swappable and backed by over 3 million hours of rigorous testing. Achieve reliable, power-efficient performance, maintain data integrity with full-path error detection, and support 24x7 operation with HPE Smart Carrier technology.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 7.68TB |
| Form Factor | 2.5" SFF |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
| Hot-Pluggable | Yes |
| Carrier | HPE Smart Carrier |
| Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=16) | 110,000 |
| Max Random Read IOPS (4KiB, Q=32) | 165,000 |
| Write IOPS (4KiB, Q=16/Q=4) | 48,000 |
| Endurance (DWPD) | 1 |
| Lifetime Writes | 14,016 |
| Power Consumption | 5 Watts |
| Dimensions | 5 x 9 x 7 inches |
| Weight | 1.1 lb |
| Next-Gen Ready | Compatible with upcoming 24Gb SAS controllers |
| Firmware Security | Digitally Signed Firmware |
Payment & Security
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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