HPE MSA 1.92TB SFF 2.5" M2 SAS 12G Read Intensive SSD

Overview

The HPE R0Q47A is a 1.92TB solid state drive designed specifically for HPE MSA storage arrays, featuring a 12G SAS interface that provides high bandwidth and low latency for fast data transfer. This drive is optimized for read intensive workloads, making it well suited for tasks such as operating system boot, web hosting, analytics dashboards, and read caching where data is accessed frequently but written less often. Its 2.5 inch small form factor allows for dense storage configurations, and the second-generation MSA hot-plug tray enables easy installation and removal without downtime, supporting continuous availability in critical environments.

Key features

• High-capacity 1.92TB storage tailored for read intensive applications to maintain steady throughput and consistent response times
• 12G SAS interface that doubles bandwidth compared to older SATA drives, reducing latency and speeding up data access
• Compact 2.5 inch form factor fits into dense storage arrays where space is limited
• Second-generation HPE MSA hot-plug tray allows tool-less installation and removal while the system remains online, minimizing maintenance windows
• Fully qualified for HPE MSA arrays and enclosures to ensure compatibility and reliable performance
• Ideal for use as boot volumes, web servers, analytics dashboards, and read caching to improve system responsiveness
• Backed by a three-year limited warranty from HPE, providing confidence in long-term enterprise use

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 1.92TB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch small form factor (SFF)
• Interface: 12G SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
• Workload type: Read intensive
• Compatibility: HPE MSA storage arrays and enclosures
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects via a 12G SAS interface, which offers a significant bandwidth increase over SATA connections, enabling faster data transfers and lower latency. It is fully qualified for use in HPE MSA storage arrays, ensuring seamless integration and reliable operation within these enterprise storage environments. The drive’s hot-plug tray design supports easy swapping without interrupting system uptime, which is essential for environments requiring continuous access to data.

Ideal uses and environments

The drive’s read intensive tuning makes it a strong choice for environments where data is read frequently but written less often. It fits well in branch offices, small data centers, and edge locations that demand high availability and fast access to critical data. Use cases include boot volumes for quick system startup, web hosting where rapid content delivery is needed, analytics dashboards that require consistent data retrieval, and read caching to accelerate overall system performance.