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868830-B21
HPE 3.8TB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF (2.5in) SC 3yr Wty Digi...
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868830-B21 Overview
868830-B21 is a high-performance HDD designed for enterprise storage applications. This 3.5-inch drive utilizes a SATA III interface and operates at 7200 RPM, delivering a robust 8 TB of capacity paired with a sizable 256 MB buffer. It is engineered for demanding workloads with an annual rating of 550 TB/yr and an MTBF value that supports continuous, 24x7 operation.
The drive is optimized for use in data centers, desktops, NAS, and surveillance environments, meeting rigorous reliability standards with rated operation 24 hours a day. Featuring advanced technology such as a helium-sealed design and integrated vibration protection – along with dual actuator support – it also offers efficient power consumption during both read/write (7.8 Watts) and idle (5.2 Watts) modes.
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868830-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
- 8 TB
- Spindle Speed (RPM)
- 7200 RPM
- Cache (Buffer Size)
- 256 MB
- Average Latency
- N/A
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 210 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 550 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 7.8 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.2 Watts
- Encryption Support
- No
- Helium Sealed
- Helium-Sealed
- Drive Bays Supported
- Multi-bay
- Vibration Protection
- Yes
- Advanced Features
- Dual Actuator
- Operating Temperature
- 5–60°C
- Product Name
- 868830-B21 Enterprise HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 5.79 inches
- Depth
- 4 inches
- Weight
- 2.1 lbs
868830-B21 Use Case
Accelerating Virtual Desktop Infrastructure with HPE 3.8TB SATA 6G Read-Intensive SSD
In large-scale VDI deployments, service providers integrate the 868830-B21 HPE 3.8TB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF (2.5in) SSD with digitally signed firmware to minimize boot storms and deliver sub-second login times. By offloading read-heavy OS and application workloads onto this enterprise-grade SSD, IT teams reduce latency by up to 60% and boost user productivity, while ensuring 3-year warranty coverage and firmware integrity for secure, predictable VDI performance.
High-Throughput Web Server Caching for E-Commerce Platforms
An online retailer deploys the 868830-B21 HPE 3.8TB SATA 6G Read-Intensive SSD in their web server cache tier to handle millions of daily product page views. The SSD’s sustained 6Gb/s read performance and small-form-factor design drive 5× faster page rendering and 40% lower request latency. This optimized caching strategy increases conversion rates, reduces infrastructure costs, and leverages digitally signed firmware for end-to-end data integrity in customer transactions.
Real-Time Log Analytics and BI Reporting Acceleration
A financial services firm implements the 868830-B21 HPE 3.8TB SATA 6G Read-Intensive SSD in its Hadoop-based log analytics cluster to speed up read-heavy BI queries and compliance reporting. The SSD’s high IOPS and enterprise-grade reliability enable analysts to query terabytes of transaction logs in seconds instead of minutes. The result is a 70% reduction in query runtime, faster regulatory reporting cycles, and sustained performance with HPE’s 3-year warranty and digitally signed firmware security.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| 868830-B21 |  736939-B21 |  P07926-B21 |  P13658-B21 |  P05986-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 / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 8 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 4 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 | 256 MB |
| Average Latency | N/A | 8.5 ms | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 210 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 | 300 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 7.8 Watts | 8.5 Watts | 7.2 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.2 Watts | 5 Watts | 5.5 Watts | 5 Watts | 4 Watts |
| Encryption Support | No | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | AES 256-bit | No |
| 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 | 868830-B21 Enterprise HDD | 736939-B21 | P07926-B21 Enterprise HDD | P13658-B21 Enterprise HDD | P05986-B21 High-Performance Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 4 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.01 inches | 4.01 inches | 8.74 inches |
| Weight | 2.1 lbs | 1.75 lbs | 4.6 lbs | 1.50 lbs | 2.2 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
J
Jibran Ali
5
Great for analytics and reporting systems.
E
Elodie Martin
5
Stable and easy to integrate.
A
Asad Qureshi
4
No firmware issues encountered.
S
Simon Wells
5
Reliable high-capacity SSD.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE 868830-B21 SSD?
The HPE 868830-B21 SSD offers 3.8 TB of usable storage, ideal for read-intensive applications requiring high capacity.
Which form factor does the HPE 868830-B21 SSD use?
This drive uses a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) design, fitting standard U.2/HPE drive bays in ProLiant and other HPE servers.
What interface does the HPE 868830-B21 SSD support?
It features a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, delivering broad compatibility with SATA-based HPE servers and storage systems.
For which workload profiles is the HPE 868830-B21 optimized?
It’s engineered for read-intensive workloads, offering sustained performance for mission-critical read-heavy applications.
What endurance rating does the HPE 868830-B21 SSD provide?
The drive supports a read-intensive endurance class of up to 0.3 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) over its 3-year warranty period.
What warranty coverage is included with the HPE 868830-B21 SSD?
HPE backs this SSD with a 3-year limited warranty and 24×7 worldwide support via HPE Care Pack options.
What is digitally signed firmware and why does it matter?
Digitally signed firmware ensures the drive boots only authentic, HPE-verified code, protecting against unauthorized firmware modifications.
Which HPE servers and storage arrays are compatible with the 868830-B21 SSD?
It’s validated for HPE ProLiant Gen9/Gen10 servers, HPE Apollo, Synergy, MSA, Nimble and StoreVirtual systems with SATA drive cages.
What are the sequential read and write speeds of this SSD?
The drive delivers up to 550 MB/s sequential reads and up to 520 MB/s sequential writes over the SATA 6 Gb/s interface.
What typical applications benefit from the HPE 868830-B21 SSD?
Ideal for database querying, virtualization read caches, media streaming and content delivery where high read throughput is critical.
How do I install the HPE 868830-B21 SSD in my server?
Insert the SSD into an available 2.5″ drive bay or U.2 slot, secure the latch, and verify recognition in HPE iLO or system BIOS.
Is the HPE 868830-B21 SSD hot-pluggable?
Yes, it supports hot-plug insertion and removal in compatible HPE systems without powering down the server.
What advantages does the SATA 6 Gb/s interface provide?
SATA 6 Gb/s ensures up to 600 MB/s link bandwidth, widespread compatibility and cost-effectiveness for enterprise environments.
Can I deploy this SSD in a RAID configuration?
Yes, the drive is fully supported in RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and other configurations via HPE Smart Array controllers.
How do I update the firmware on the HPE 868830-B21 SSD?
Download the latest firmware package from HPE Support Center and apply updates using HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) or iLO firmware tools.