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832414-B21
HP 480GB 6G SATA MIXED USE-2 SFF 2.5-IN SC SOLID STATE DRIVE
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832414-B21 Overview
832414-B21 is a high-performance HDD designed for enterprise and data center applications, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface. It delivers a robust 4 TB storage capacity with a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a sizable 256 MB cache, ensuring efficient data handling and smooth operation in high-demand environments.
832414-B21 offers an impressive annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr paired with an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours and reliability rated for 8760 hours/year. With low power consumption (8 Watts during read/write and 4 Watts idle) and advanced features such as helium-sealed construction, vibration protection, and a dual actuator design, this drive is ideally suited for use in data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance setups.
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832414-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)
- 8 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 4 Watts
- Encryption Support
- AES 256-bit
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–55°C
- Product Name
- 832414-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive
- Height
- 1 inch
- Width
- 5.8 inches
- Depth
- 7.8 inches
- Weight
- 2.0 lbs
832414-B21 Use Case
Enterprise VDI Performance Boost with HP 832414-B21 480GB 6G SATA Mixed Use-2 SSD
In a global financial firm, IT deploys the HP 832414-B21 480GB 6G SATA Mixed Use-2 SFF 2.5-inch SC SSD as the primary storage tier for its VMware Horizon virtual desktop infrastructure. The drive’s balanced sustained write endurance (Mixed Use-2) and 6Gb/s throughput ensure consistent performance during peak login storms and heavy application loads. Benefits: • 40% faster desktop boot times under concurrent user sessions • 25% reduction in IOPS bottlenecks during bulk data processing • Improved user experience with sub-1ms latency for mission-critical workloads
Accelerating SQL Transaction Processing in SMB Web Farms
A mid-sized e-commerce company integrates the HP 832414-B21 480GB SSD into its dual-controller storage array to accelerate Microsoft SQL Server transaction logs. Leveraging the 6G SATA interface and Mixed Use-2 endurance profile, the SSD delivers high write performance and predictable latency. Outcome: • 3× higher sustained log write throughput compared to standard SSDs • 50% faster order-to-checkout completion times • Extended drive life with enterprise-grade wear leveling and power-loss protection
Remote Office Edge Caching for Hybrid Cloud Workloads
A nationwide retailer installs the HP 832414-B21 480GB 6G SATA Mixed Use-2 SSD in branch office edge servers to cache product catalogs and point-of-sale data, reducing WAN dependency. The SFF 2.5-inch SC form factor and robust endurance make it ideal for continuous read/write cycles in mixed-workload environments. Outcomes: • 60% decrease in bandwidth costs by offloading cloud storage reads • Instant local failover capability with sub-5ms read latency • Simplified IT management through standardized HP drive firmware and monitoring
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Product Comparison Table 
 832414-B21 |  781518-B21 |  P04525-B21 |  875509-B21 |  Q8S88A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / 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 | 4 TB | 8 TB | 16 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 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 300 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 6.7 Watts | 8.5 Watts | 9 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 4 Watts | 5 Watts | 4.5 Watts | 5.0 Watts | 6 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | 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 | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 832414-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive | 781518-B21 Enterprise HDD | P04525-B21 | Seagate Enterprise Capacity 8TB 3.5-Inch SATA III HDD 875509-B21 | Q8S88A Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1 inch | 1.03 inches | 1.04 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.8 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 7.8 inches | 4.00 inches | 7.78 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Weight | 2.0 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 3.3 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Rabia Iqbal
4
Balanced performance for everyday operations.
A
Alessandro Riva
4
Stable firmware and predictable speeds.
S
Salman Tariq
5
Good value for enterprise SATA storage.
K
Kevin Morris
5
Consistent results in production.
Questions & Answers
What is the capacity of the HP 832414-B21 SSD?
The HP 832414-B21 SSD offers 480 GB of usable storage capacity.
What interface does the HP 480GB 6G SATA Mixed Use SSD use?
This SSD uses a standard 6 Gb/s SATA III interface for data transfer.
What form factor is the HP 832414-B21 SSD?
It comes in a 2.5-inch SFF (small form factor) chassis compatible with most servers and workstations.
What does "Mixed Use" mean for this HP SSD?
"Mixed Use" indicates balanced read/write endurance optimized for database, virtualization and mixed-application workloads.
What are the sequential read and write speeds?
The drive delivers up to 550 MB/s sequential read and 520 MB/s sequential write performance.
What random IOPS performance can I expect?
It achieves up to 90,000 IOPS for random reads and 28,000 IOPS for random writes at QD32.
What is the endurance rating (DWPD) of this SSD?
The HP 480GB Mixed Use SSD is rated for 1.3 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) over a 5-year period.
Is the HP 832414-B21 hot-swappable?
Yes. The 2.5-inch SFF format supports hot-swap insertion and removal in compatible server bays.
Which servers and storage arrays are compatible?
It's compatible with HP ProLiant Gen8/Gen9 servers, BladeSystem c-Class enclosures, and most SATA-enabled arrays.
How do I install the HP 832414-B21 SSD?
Slide the drive into a free 2.5" SATA bay or caddy, secure it, then connect power and data cables.
Does this SSD support hardware encryption?
Yes. It includes self-encrypting drive (SED) support with AES-256 encryption.
What is the MTBF rating for the HP 480GB SSD?
The drive has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours.
What warranty does HP provide for this SSD?
HP offers a 5-year limited warranty covering defects, with optional Care Pack service upgrades.
What are the primary benefits of using this SSD in data centers?
It delivers high throughput, low latency, robust endurance and reduced power consumption for mixed workloads.
How does this SSD compare to consumer-grade drives?
Unlike consumer SSDs, it offers higher endurance, enterprise-class reliability and hot-swap capability.