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862163-B21
HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 2280 SSD Kit
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862163-B21 Overview
862163-B21 is a high-performance HDD engineered for enterprise environments. It features a 3.5-inch form factor, SAS 12Gb/s interface, and a spindle speed of 7200 RPM that delivers 4 TB of storage capacity with a robust 256 MB cache. With an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr and an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours ensuring reliability rated for demanding server-class use, this drive meets the rigorous needs of data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance applications.
Optimized for efficiency, 862163-B21 offers power consumption of 8.0 Watts during read/write operations and 6.0 Watts when idle. Advanced features such as its helium-sealed design, integrated vibration protection, and dual actuator technology provide enhanced durability and consistent performance in high-load environments.
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862163-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Server
- Interface
- SAS 12Gb/s
- 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)
- 8.0 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 6.0 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
- 862163-B21 Enterprise Performance 4TB SAS HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.01 inches
- Weight
- 1.75 lbs
862163-B21 Use Case
Real-Time Financial Transaction Processing with HPE 862163-B21 SSD
In high-frequency trading platforms, firms require sub-millisecond response times to process thousands of transactions per second. Integrating the HPE 862163-B21 1024GB PCIe M.2 2280 SSD Kit into trading servers delivers sustained read/write speeds up to 3.3 GB/s and ultra-low NVMe latency. As a result, order matching engines experience 60% faster query response, reducing slippage risk, optimizing order flow, and boosting ROI in volatile markets.
Scalable Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Deployment
Enterprises rolling out remote work environments must ensure fast desktop boot-up and application launch times for hundreds of concurrent users. Deploying the HPE 862163-B21 SSD Kit in HPE ProLiant servers accelerates user profile load by 50% and cuts login times to under 25 seconds. The high IOPS and endurance characteristics improve end-user experience, minimize help-desk tickets, and enable predictable scaling of VDI estates across global offices.
Accelerated AI/ML Model Training in Data Centers
Data science teams training large language or image recognition models need high-throughput storage for massive datasets. By leveraging the HPE 862163-B21 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD Kit as a local NVMe cache tier, data centers achieve 5× faster data ingest and preprocessing compared to SATA SSDs. This translates to reducing model training time from days to hours, accelerating proof-of-concept cycles, and delivering quicker insights for competitive AI applications.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
 862163-B21 |  765455-B21 |  K2P88A |  868830-B21 |  794603-B21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive | Hard Drive |
| Drive Type | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD | HDD |
| Use Case | Server | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 2.5-inch / 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 10 TB | 8 TB | 4 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 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 210 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.0 Watts | 8 Watts | 7.5 Watts | 7.8 Watts | 9 W |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 6.0 Watts | 4 Watts | 5.2 Watts | 5.2 Watts | 5 W |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | No | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No |
| 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 | Rotational Vibration Sensors |
| Operating Temperature | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 862163-B21 Enterprise Performance 4TB SAS HDD | 765455-B21 | K2P88A | 868830-B21 Enterprise HDD | 794603-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 4.01 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 5.8 inches |
| Weight | 1.75 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 1.45 lbs | 2.1 lbs | 2.0 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Awais Khan
5
Easy installation and stable firmware.
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Linda Hoffmann
4
Consistent performance for server boot drives.
S
Sheryar Malik
4
Good endurance and reliability.
J
James Porter
4
Solid HPE M.2 solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the capacity and form factor of the HPE 862163-B21 SSD?
The HPE 862163-B21 offers 1,024 GB of storage in a compact M.2 2280 form factor.
What interface and protocol does the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 2280 SSD use?
This SSD uses a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.3 protocol for high-performance data transfer.
Is the HPE 862163-B21 compatible with HPE ProLiant servers?
Yes, the HPE 862163-B21 is validated for broad compatibility across HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers.
What are the sequential read and write speeds of the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD?
It delivers up to 3,100 MB/s sequential read and 1,600 MB/s sequential write performance.
How do I install the HPE 862163-B21 SSD in my server?
Slide the M.2 module into the server’s M.2 slot, secure it with the mounting screw, and follow the server maintenance guide.
Can I use the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD as a boot drive?
Yes, the HPE 862163-B21 is optimized for OS boot and supports fast system start-up times.
What is the endurance rating of the HPE 1024GB M.2 SSD?
The SSD is rated for 360 TBW (terabytes written), ensuring reliable endurance for enterprise workloads.
What warranty and support services come with the HPE 862163-B21?
It includes a standard three-year HPE limited warranty and global technical support.
Which operating systems are supported by the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD?
Supported OS include Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware ESXi.
How reliable is the HPE 862163-B21 SSD for enterprise workloads?
Built on HPE 3D NAND with advanced controllers, it delivers high reliability with a sub-0.44 FIT bit failure rate.
What is the power consumption of the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD?
Typical active power is 5 W, with low idle power draw to optimize server energy efficiency.
Does this SSD include a thermal sensor or heatsink?
The kit includes an integrated thermal sensor; a heatsink may be required depending on your server’s thermal profile.
How can I update the firmware on the HPE 862163-B21?
Download the latest firmware from the HPE Support Center and apply it via HPE Smart Storage Administrator.
Does the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 2280 SSD support encryption?
Yes, it supports TCG Opal 2.0 self-encryption for robust data security.
How does using the HPE 1024GB PCIe M.2 SSD improve server performance?
With low latency, high IOPS, and fast sequential speeds, it accelerates databases, virtualization, and boot-up tasks.