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HPE 256GB NVME X4 RI M.2 2280 X TEMP SSD PL-S2
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880262-B21 Overview
880262-B21 is a high-performance HDD built for enterprise storage applications, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor and a SATA III interface. It spins at 7200 RPM, offers a capacity of 4 TB with a 256 MB cache, supports an annual workload rating of 180 TB/yr, and is engineered with a robust MTBF of 2,000,000 hours to ensure reliable, round-the-clock operation.
Optimized for data centers, desktops, NAS environments, and surveillance systems, this drive incorporates advanced features such as Helium-Sealed construction, vibration protection, and dual actuator technology. With power consumption of 8.0 Watts during read/write operations and 5.0 Watts in idle mode, 880262-B21 delivers efficient and dependable performance for demanding storage requirements.
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880262-B21 Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Brand
- Hpe
- 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
- Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 210 MB/s
- Annual Workload Rating
- 180 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 8.0 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.0 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
- 880262-B21 Enterprise 4TB Helium Sealed HDD
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 4.00 inches
- Depth
- 5.79 inches
- Weight
- 1.65 lbs
880262-B21 Use Case
Real-Time Industrial Data Logging in Extreme-Temperature Environments
In factory automation and oil-&-gas monitoring, the 880262-B21-HPE 256GB NVMe x4 RI M.2 2280 X-TEMP SSD PL-S2 provides reliable, high-throughput data capture at up to 85 °C ambient temperatures. Its industrial-grade endurance and low latency enable sustained log writes from PLCs and SCADA sensors, ensuring zero data loss, simplified compliance reporting and 24/7 uptime in the harshest operational settings.
Edge AI Inference Acceleration for Video Analytics Gateways
In smart-city and retail surveillance, deploying the 880262-B21-HPE 256GB NVMe x4 RI M.2 2280 X-TEMP SSD PL-S2 in edge compute nodes dramatically cuts model load times and accelerates frame-by-frame inference. The combination of PCIe Gen3 x4 bandwidth (up to 2 GB/s) and sustained IOPS ensures sub-10 ms latency for real-time analytics, boosting accuracy in object detection, reducing network backhaul, and lowering TCO for distributed AI deployments.
High-Density Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Boot Drives
In enterprise VDI clusters, the 880262-B21-HPE 256GB NVMe x4 RI M.2 2280 X-TEMP SSD PL-S2 serves as a dedicated boot volume for virtual desktops and remote workstations. Its enterprise endurance rating and rapid random IOPS (up to 250K read/writes) deliver sub-5 second login times, maximize user density per host, and streamline OS patch deployments—resulting in improved end-user experience, lower storage overhead and predictable performance under peak load.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 880262-B21 |  875583-B21 |  862159-B21 |  P10268-B21 |  880266-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 | Server | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Server / 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 | 8 TB | 10 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 |
| 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 | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8.0 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.0 Watts | 4 Watts | 5 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 | 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 | 880262-B21 Enterprise 4TB Helium Sealed HDD | 875583-B21 Enterprise HDD | 862159-B21 High Performance HDD | P10268-B21 Enterprise HDD | Seagate Exos X18 8TB 7200 RPM SATA III Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1 inch | 1.0 inches |
| Width | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.8 inches |
| Depth | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.78 inches | 8.74 inches | 4.0 inches |
| Weight | 1.65 lbs | 1.75 lbs | 2.20 lbs | 1.5 lbs | 1.8 lbs |
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Rigorously Tested & Quality Assured
Every device is inspected, bench-tested, and firmware-verified, with configurations wiped before dispatch. Additional testing can be arranged to confirm full working condition on request.
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Reviews & Ratings
I
Ian Robertson
5
256GB NVMe M.2 worked perfectly for OS boot.
M
Muneeb Aslam
4
Fast startup and stable reads.
C
Charles Bennett
4
OEM SSD fit without issues.
H
Hamid Khan
5
Reliable small-capacity drive.
S
Sebastian Koch
5
Consistent performance.
Questions & Answers
What is the storage capacity of the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2?
This SSD delivers 256 GB of raw flash storage in an M.2 2280 form factor.
Which interface does the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2 use?
It uses a PCIe 3.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.3 protocol for high-speed data transfers.
What are the sequential read and write speeds of this SSD?
This drive achieves up to 3,100 MB/s sequential reads and 1,200 MB/s sequential writes.
What is the endurance rating of the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2?
It is rated for 0.3 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) over a five-year period, equivalent to approximately 140 TBW.
What operating temperature range does the X Temp model support?
The extended-temperature model operates reliably from –40 °C to 85 °C.
Is this SSD compatible with HPE ProLiant servers?
Yes, it is validated for HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers with M.2 NVMe slots.
Which operating systems are supported by the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2?
Supported OSes include Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and VMware ESXi.
What is the mean time between failures (MTBF) for this SSD?
The drive is rated for an MTBF of 2 million hours.
What is the typical power consumption of the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2?
Typical active power consumption is around 5 W, with idle power near 0.6 W.
Does the SSD support hardware-based encryption?
Yes, it supports AES-256 hardware encryption and TCG Opal security features.
How do I install the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2?
Insert the drive into an available M.2 slot, secure it with the mounting screw, and enable NVMe support in your server BIOS.
Can I update the firmware on this SSD?
Firmware updates are available via the HPE Smart Storage Administrator or the HPE Service Pack for ProLiant.
What warranty does the HPE 256GB NVMe X4 RI M.2 2280 X Temp SSD PL-S2 include?
It comes with a standard three-year limited warranty from HPE.
What use cases are ideal for this SSD?
It is ideal for boot drives, caching applications, and read-intensive database workloads.
Does this SSD comply with any industry standards?
Yes, it complies with the M.2 2280 specification and NVMe 1.3 standards for enterprise storage.
How do I monitor the health and performance of the drive?
Use HPE Smart Storage Administrator or third-party NVMe monitoring tools to track SMART attributes and performance metrics.