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868818-B21
HP 480GB SATA 6G RI SFF (2.5 IN) SC DS FIRMWARESSD
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868818-B21 Overview
868818-B21 is a high-performance HDD built in a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface, delivering 7200 RPM, 4 TB of storage capacity, and a 256 MB cache. It is engineered to meet rigorous demands with an annual workload rating of 550 TB/yr and an MTBF of 2,000,000 hours, making it ideal for continuous, heavy-duty operations in desktop, server, NAS, and surveillance environments.
868818-B21 further distinguishes itself with advanced features such as a helium-sealed design, robust vibration protection, and dual actuator technology. Its balanced power consumption, along with proven reliability and efficiency, makes it a top choice for data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance applications.
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868818-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)
- 8.5 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.6 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
- 868818-B21 Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4.00 inches
- Weight
- 1.5 lbs
868818-B21 Use Case
Accelerating Virtual Desktop Infrastructure with 868818-B21-HP 480GB SATA 6G RI SFF SSD
In a mid-size financial services firm running 200 virtual desktops on HP ProLiant servers, IT faces slow login times and lag during peak hours. By deploying the 868818-B21-HP 480GB SATA 6G RI SFF (2.5 IN) SC DS Firmware SSD as the primary boot and user-profile storage tier, the organization achieves 4× faster OS boot times and 3× higher IOPS compared to legacy HDD arrays. The result: seamless end-user experience, reduced help-desk tickets by 40%, and a 25% cut in infrastructure power and cooling costs.
Boosting Database Transaction Throughput in SMB E-Commerce Platforms
A growing e-commerce retailer operating on a dual-socket HP DL380 Gen10 rack server needs sub-millisecond response for order processing and inventory checks. Integrating the 868818-B21-HP 480GB SATA 6G RI SFF (2.5 IN) SC DS Firmware SSD for transaction logs and hot-data caching delivers sustained read-intensive performance at up to 100K IOPS. The deployment slashes query latency by 65%, accelerates checkout times, and supports 2× the concurrent shoppers during peak sales events—driving higher throughput and customer satisfaction.
Edge Computing and Content Caching for Retail Point-of-Sale Systems
A national retail chain with 500 stores deploys self-service kiosks and POS terminals that require reliable, low-latency access to pricing, promotions, and loyalty data. By equipping each HP SFF edge server with the 868818-B21-HP 480GB SATA 6G RI SFF (2.5 IN) SC DS Firmware SSD, the retailer ensures instant data retrieval and offline resilience during network outages. Outcome: 99.9% transaction uptime, 50% faster price lookups, and a consistent checkout experience that reduces abandoned baskets and boosts store-level revenue.
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Product Comparison Table 
 868818-B21 |  K2P99B |  P04478-B21 |  Q2U14A |  765464-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 | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | 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 | 10 TB | 4 TB | 10 TB | 10 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 210 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.6 Watts | 4 Watts | 4 Watts | 5 Watts | 5 Watts |
| Encryption Support | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit |
| Helium Sealed | Helium-Sealed | Helium-Sealed | No | 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 | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | 868818-B21 Enterprise HDD | K2P99B Enterprise HDD | P04478-B21 Enterprise 4TB HDD | Q2U14A Enterprise HDD | 765464-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.043 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.8 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches |
| Depth | 4.00 inches | 4.0 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.78 inches |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 2.2 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Fawad Khan
5
Installed quickly and runs smoothly.
N
Noura Haddad
4
Good endurance for daily operations.
S
Salik Raza
5
Stable read performance.
J
Jonathon Reed
4
Meets expectations for enterprise SSDs.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HP 868818-B21 SSD?
The HP 868818-B21 SSD offers 480 GB of raw storage capacity, delivering ample space for operating systems, applications, and data.
Which interface does the HP 480GB SATA 6G SSD use?
This drive uses a standard SATA 6 Gb/s interface, ensuring broad compatibility and high sustained throughput in most server and storage configurations.
What form factor is the HP 868818-B21 SSD?
The SSD is built in a 2.5 inch small form factor (SFF) design, making it ideal for rack-mount servers and dense storage arrays.
What are the sequential read and write speeds of this SSD?
The HP 480 GB SATA 6G SSD delivers up to 520 MB/s sequential read and 500 MB/s sequential write performance, optimizing data transfer rates for demanding workloads.
How reliable is the HP 868818-B21 in terms of endurance?
With an endurance rating of 70 TBW (terabytes written), this SSD is engineered for intensive read/write cycles and long-term reliability.
What is the MTBF rating of the HP 480 GB SATA 6G SSD?
The Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) for this drive is 2 million hours, reflecting enterprise-grade durability and uptime.
Is the HP 868818-B21 SSD compatible with ProLiant servers?
Yes, HP has validated this SATA 6G SSD for ProLiant DL, ML, and BL series servers, guaranteeing plug-and-play operation in HP environments.
Does the HP 480GB SATA 6G SSD support TRIM and S.M.A.R.T.?
Yes, it fully supports both TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. commands, maintaining optimal performance and health monitoring over the drive’s lifespan.
What operating systems are supported by the HP 868818-B21 SSD?
This SSD is compatible with major operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Server, various Linux distributions, VMware ESXi, and FreeBSD.
Does the SSD include built-in data protection or encryption?
While the HP 868818-B21 does not include self-encrypting drive (SED) features, it integrates with host-based encryption solutions for comprehensive data security.
What is the typical power consumption of the HP 480 GB SATA 6G SSD?
The SSD consumes approximately 2.5 W during active operation and drops below 0.8 W in idle mode, supporting energy-efficient data centers.
Can I hot-swap the HP 868818-B21 SSD in a live server?
Yes, the drive’s SATA 6G interface and HP Smart Carrier support hot-swap functionality in compatible HP chassis without system downtime.
What warranty does HP provide for this SSD?
HP includes a three-year limited warranty on the 868818-B21 SSD, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
How do I install the HP 480 GB SATA 6G SSD in my server?
Simply slide the drive into any compatible 2.5 inch SAS/SATA bay or caddy, secure the latch, and update firmware via HP Smart Storage Administrator.
Which workloads benefit most from the HP 868818-B21 SSD?
Ideal for read-intensive applications, database acceleration, virtualization boot volumes, and caching tiers, this SSD boosts I/O performance and lowers latency.