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HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 480GB SAS cMLC SFF SSD For Use with 3...
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K2P88A Overview
K2P88A is a HDD engineered for high-performance storage, available in both 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch form factors. It features dual interface options with SATA III and SAS 12Gb/s connectivity, a 7200 RPM spindle speed, a 10 TB storage capacity, and a 256 MB buffer, making it suitable for environments requiring robust data throughput and reliability.
K2P88A delivers an annual workload rating of 300 TB/yr with high reliability and an MTBF rated at industry-leading standards, built for desktop, server, NAS, and surveillance use. It achieves low power consumption with 7.5 Watts during read/write operations and 5.2 Watts at idle, further enhanced by advanced features such as helium-sealed construction, vibration protection, and a dual actuator system for optimized performance in data centers, desktops, NAS setups, and surveillance systems.
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K2P88A Specifications
- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Drive Type
- HDD
- Use Case
- Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
- Interface
- SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch / 3.5-inch
- Storage Capacity
- 10 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
- 300 TB/yr
- Power Consumption (Read/Write)
- 7.5 Watts
- Power Consumption (Idle)
- 5.2 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
- K2P88A
- Height
- 1.03 inches
- Width
- 4.00 inches
- Depth
- 5.79 inches
- Weight
- 1.45 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| K2P88A |  Q6L99A |  P06588-B21 |  P09102-B21 |  875511-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 | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance |
| Interface | SATA III / SAS 12Gb/s | SAS 12Gb/s | SATA III | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch / 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch / 2.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
| Storage Capacity | 10 TB | 12 TB | 8 TB | 4 TB | 10 TB |
| Spindle Speed (RPM) | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache (Buffer Size) | 256 MB | 512 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 300 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 210 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 7.5 Watts | 8 Watts | 8.0 Watts | 7.5 W | 8.5 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5.2 Watts | 4 Watts | 5.0 Watts | 5 W | 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 | 5–55°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | K2P88A | Q6L99A Enterprise HDD | P06588-B21 Enterprise Helium-Sealed HDD | P09102-B21 Enterprise HDD | 875511-B21 Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.0 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 4.00 inches | 5.8 inches | 4.00 inches | 4.0 inches | 4.00 inches |
| Depth | 5.79 inches | 4.0 inches | 5.78 inches | 5.8 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Weight | 1.45 lbs | 1.8 lbs | 1.20 lbs | 2.5 lbs | 1.8 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Naveed Butt
4
Seamless deployment in StoreServ 8000.
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Sonia Alvarez
5
Stable operation under production load.
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Umer Farooq
4
Good option for 3PAR environments.
D
Derek Shaw
5
Enterprise SSD with predictable behavior.
Questions & Answers
What is the HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 480GB SAS cMLC SFF SSD (SKU: K2P88A)?
The HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 480GB SAS cMLC SFF SSD (SKU: K2P88A) is a 2.5-inch, 6 Gb/s SAS solid-state drive designed for HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 series arrays, featuring enterprise-grade cMLC flash for high I/O performance.
Which systems are compatible with the K2P88A SSD?
The K2P88A SSD is fully compatible with HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 family arrays and integrates seamlessly with HP 3PAR OS 3.2.1 MU2 or later, ensuring optimized performance and reliability.
What is the sequential read/write performance of this SSD?
The SSD delivers up to 850 MB/s sequential read and 600 MB/s sequential write throughput, enabling rapid data access and efficient workload handling.
What is the random IOPS rating for random workloads?
The drive supports up to 120,000 4K random read IOPS and 30,000 4K random write IOPS, ideal for virtualization, databases, and mixed I/O applications.
What endurance and reliability features does this SSD offer?
Featuring up to 3 drive writes per day (DWPD) over a five-year life span, end-to-end data protection, and advanced error correction, it ensures enterprise-level endurance and data integrity.
How much usable capacity does the 480GB rating represent?
The 480GB (GiB) capacity equates to approximately 480 billion bytes of usable flash storage, offering sufficient space for high-performance working datasets.
What form factor does the HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 480GB SSD use?
This SSD uses the industry-standard 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) chassis, enabling high-density drive packaging and easy tray installation in HP server and storage systems.
Does the SSD require special firmware?
No special firmware is required—the K2P88A arrives factory-loaded with HP-validated firmware optimized for HP 3PAR StoreServ arrays, ensuring plug-and-play operation.
What is the warranty period for the K2P88A SSD?
HP provides a standard three-year, parts-and-labor warranty with optional extension to five years for enhanced coverage and service-level agreements.
How do I install the HP 3PAR StoreServ 8000 SSD?
Slide the SSD into an available 2.5-inch SAS drive bay on the 3PAR StoreServ 8000 array until it clicks, then verify drive recognition in the HP 3PAR Management Console.
Can I mix SSD and HDD drives in the same array?
Yes. HP 3PAR StoreServ arrays support mixed media tiers, allowing you to combine SSDs for performance-critical data and HDDs for capacity optimization.
What power and thermal characteristics does the SSD have?
Operating power consumption is 7 W typical, with an operating temperature range of 5 °C to 50 °C and active thermal monitoring to maintain optimal drive health.
Is data encryption supported on the K2P88A SSD?
The drive supports HP’s self-encrypting drive (SED) option, providing AES 256-bit hardware encryption when paired with HP Secure Encryption software.
How does this SSD improve application performance?
By delivering low latency (<0.1 ms average read response) and high IOPS, the SSD accelerates database queries, virtual machine responsiveness, and transactional workloads.
What maintenance is required for the HP 3PAR SSD?
No routine maintenance is required; the SSD supports non-disruptive firmware upgrades and LED health indicators for proactive monitoring via the 3PAR Management Console.
Where can I purchase the HP 3PAR 8000 480GB SSD (SKU: K2P88A)?
You can order SKU: K2P88A through authorized HP resellers, online HP Partners, or directly from HP’s online storefront for immediate availability and support.