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764906-B21 Overview
764906-B21 is a high-performance HDD engineered with a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface, delivering a spindle speed of 7200 RPM and a 4 TB storage capacity. Designed for rigorous read/write operations, it features a 256 MB cache and an impressive MTBF of 2,000,000 hours, ensuring dependable reliability rated for intensive usage in environments that demand continuous operation.
Optimized for diverse applications including data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance systems, this drive supports an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr while maintaining efficient power consumption levels. With advanced features such as a helium-sealed design for improved thermal performance, integrated vibration protection, and dual actuator technology, 764906-B21 is built to excel in both enterprise and demanding multi-bay installations.
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764906-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SATA III
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 4 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 250 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 7.2 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.2 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- 764906-B21 High-Performance Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.05 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 8.66 inches
- Weight
- 1.55 lbs
764906-B21 Use Case
Real-Time Business Intelligence Acceleration on HPE ProLiant Gen9 Servers
In an enterprise data warehouse running on HPE ProLiant Gen9 infrastructure, deploying the 764906-B21 1.2TB NVMe x4 Read-Intensive SSD enables sub-second BI query response and dashboard refresh. The high IOPS read performance and low latency deliver 5× faster analytics, empowering decision-makers with real-time insights and reducing reporting windows by 60%. This configuration optimizes data-driven operations, lowers TCO by consolidating storage tiers, and meets strict SLAs for business intelligence workloads.
Optimized VDI Boot Storm Handling for Global Workforces
A multinational corporation running virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) on HPE Gen9 servers integrates the 764906-B21 NVMe SSD to manage peak boot-storm events for 2,000 concurrent users. Its read-intensive design accelerates OS image loading by 4×, slashing login times from 120 seconds to under 30 seconds. The result is a seamless end-user experience, reduced help-desk tickets, and a 30% improvement in desktop VM density per server, maximizing hardware utilization and ROI.
High-Throughput Content Delivery for Media Streaming Platforms
A cloud-based video-on-demand provider equips select HPE ProLiant Gen9 nodes with the 764906-B21 1.2TB NVMe Read-Intensive SSD to cache popular content segments. Delivering sustained 2.5 GB/s read bandwidth, the solution streamlines video segment retrieval, eliminating buffering and supporting 4K streaming at scale. This deployment boosts user engagement by 25%, lowers origin-pull traffic by 70%, and ensures consistent QoS for peak viewing periods.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| 764906-B21 |  868830-B21 |  619291-B21 |  605835-B21 |  872475-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 8 TB | 10 TB | 4 TB | 8 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 7.2 Watts | 7.8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 10 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.2 Watts | 5.2 Watts | 5 Watts | 6 Watts | 5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | No | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed |
| Drive Bays Supported | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay | Multi-bay |
| Vibration Protection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Advanced Features | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator | Dual Actuator |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 764906-B21 High-Performance Enterprise HDD | 868830-B21 Enterprise HDD | 619291-B21 | 605835-B21 Enterprise HDD | 872475-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.05 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Depth | 8.66 inches | 4 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Weight | 1.55 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 1.60 lbs | 2.20 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Noor Jamil
5
Ideal for analytics and reporting workloads.
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Anton Koval
5
Stable NVMe performance under load.
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Shahbaz Mir
4
Easy deployment and noticeable speed gains.
P
Paul Jennings
4
Reliable RI NVMe SSD.
Questions & Answers
What is the capacity and interface of the HPE 764906-B21 SSD?
The HPE 764906-B21 SSD provides 1.2TB of NVMe storage over a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface in a 2.5-inch SFF form factor.
Which HPE Gen9 servers are compatible with this 1.2TB NVMe SSD?
This SSD is fully compatible with select HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers that support NVMe x4 drives in 2.5-inch bays.
What performance can I expect from this read-intensive NVMe SSD?
You can achieve up to 2,600 MB/s sequential read and 700 MB/s sequential write speeds, optimized for read-heavy workloads.
What does “read-intensive” mean for this SSD?
“Read-intensive” indicates the drive is engineered for applications with high read I/O, offering optimized endurance and consistent read performance.
What form factor does the HPE 764906-B21 SSD use?
It uses a standard 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) with a U.2 connector suitable for hot-plug bays.
What warranty coverage comes with this HPE NVMe SSD?
The SSD includes a 3-year HPE limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
How many PCIe lanes does this SSD utilize?
This SSD leverages four PCIe Gen3 lanes (x4) for high-throughput, low-latency communication.
Can I hot-swap the HPE 764906-B21 SSD in a supported server?
Yes, it supports hot-plug insertion and removal in compatible HPE Gen9 server drive bays.
What does SCN stand for in the product name?
SCN denotes the HPE Small Connector Norm, indicating compatibility with HPE’s 2.5-inch drive backplane.
What is the endurance rating of this read-intensive SSD?
The drive is rated for 1 drive write per day (DWPD) over its three-year warranty period.
Does this SSD support hardware-based data encryption?
Yes, it includes Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology with AES 256-bit encryption.
Are firmware updates available for the HPE 764906-B21 SSD?
HPE regularly releases firmware updates via the Service Pack for ProLiant (SPP) to maintain performance and security.
What are the power consumption specifications for this SSD?
Typical active power consumption is 7.5W read and 8.2W write, with <3W in idle mode.
How do I install the NVMe SSD in an HPE Gen9 server?
Insert the SSD into a compatible 2.5-inch drive caddy, slide it into an open bay, and ensure it clicks into place; no cabling is required.
How does this read-intensive SSD differ from a write-intensive SSD?
Read-intensive SSDs are optimized for higher read IOPS and endurance at lower write workloads compared to write-optimized models.
Can I use this SSD in RAID configurations?
Yes, you can configure this NVMe SSD in RAID arrays using a compatible HPE Smart Array controller that supports NVMe devices.