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HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SFF (2.5in) SC 3yr Wty Digitally Signed Firmware SSD
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P04525-B21 Overview

P04525-B21 is a high-performance HDD designed for demanding applications, featuring a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface and a spindle speed of 7200 RPM. This drive offers a robust 4 TB of storage capacity, paired with a 256 MB cache, ensuring efficient data handling and steady performance under heavy workloads.

P04525-B21 boasts a commendable annual workload rating of 300 TB/yr and a long MTBF, making it reliable for 24x7 operations in desktop, server, NAS, and surveillance environments. With advanced features such as helium-sealed construction, vibration protection, and dual actuator technology, this drive is engineered for critical data center usage as well as high-end desktop systems.

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P04525-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 250 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating
300 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)
6.7 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)
4.5 Watts
Encryption Support
AES 256-bit
Helium Sealed
Helium-Sealed
Drive Bays Supported
Multi-bay
Vibration Protection
Yes
Advanced Features
Dual Actuator
Operating Temperature
5–55°C
Product Name
P04525-B21
Height
1.04 inches
Width
5.79 inches
Depth
7.78 inches
Weight
3.3 lbs

Product Comparison Table

HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SFF (2.5in) SC 3yr Wty Digitally Signed Firmware SSDP04525-B21HP 480GB SATA 6G MU SFF 2.5 IN SC DS FIRMWARE SSD877776-B21HPE 240GB SATA M.2 2242 SSD KIT866844-B21HP 3.84TB SATA RI SFF SC DS SSDP06200-B21HPE 3PAR Storeserv 8000 3.84TB SAS SFF (2.5in) Solid State DriveK2P91A
Product TypeHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard DriveHard Drive
Drive TypeHDDHDDHDDHDDHDD
Use CaseDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise StorageDesktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage
InterfaceSATA IIISATA IIISATA IIISATA IIISATA III
Form Factor3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch3.5-inch2.5-inch / 3.5-inch
Storage Capacity4 TB4 TB8 TB4 TB10 TB
Spindle Speed (RPM)7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM7200 RPM
Cache (Buffer Size)256 MB128 MB256 MB128 MB256 MB
Data Transfer RateUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 250 MB/sUp to 210 MB/sUp to 250 MB/s
Annual Workload Rating300 TB/yr180 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr550 TB/yr
Power Consumption (Read/Write)6.7 Watts8 Watts8 Watts8 Watts8 Watts
Power Consumption (Idle)4.5 Watts5 Watts5 Watts5 Watts5 Watts
Encryption SupportAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bitAES 256-bit
Helium SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-SealedHelium-Sealed
Drive Bays SupportedMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bayMulti-bay
Vibration ProtectionYesYesYesYesYes
Advanced FeaturesDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual ActuatorDual Actuator
Operating Temperature5–55°C5–55°C5–60°C5–60°C5–60°C
Product NameP04525-B21877776-B21 High Performance HDDEnterprise 866844-B21 8TB Helium-Sealed HDDP06200-B21 Enterprise HDDK2P91A Enterprise HDD
Height1.04 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches1.03 inches1 in
Width5.79 inches5.79 inches5.79 inches4 inches5.8 in
Depth7.78 inches4.00 inches4 inches5.8 inches4 in
Weight3.3 lbs2 lbs1.8 lbs1.5 lbs1.5 lbs

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Reviews & Ratings

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Derek Wilson
5

Reliable SATA RI SSD. Good performance for read-focused tasks.

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Mohib Ali
5

Easy deployment and stable operation.

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Camila Torres
5

Improved system response times.

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Salim Akbar
5

Consistent and predictable performance.

N
Norman Price
5

Solid enterprise SSD option.

Questions & Answers

What is the HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SFF SSD (P04525-B21)?

The HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SFF SSD (P04525-B21) is an enterprise-grade, 2.5-inch solid-state drive designed for mixed-use workloads, featuring a 12Gb/s SAS interface and digitally signed firmware.

What storage capacity does the P04525-B21 SSD offer?

The P04525-B21 model provides 400GB of usable flash storage, optimized for applications requiring a balance of performance and endurance.

Which interface does the HPE P04525-B21 support?

This SSD supports a 12Gb/s SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, delivering high throughput and low latency for server and storage systems.

What form factor is the HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SSD?

The drive comes in a Small Form Factor (SFF), 2.5-inch chassis, enabling dense server and storage array deployments.

What does 'Mixed Use' mean for this HPE SSD?

Mixed Use indicates the drive is engineered for workloads that combine read-intensive and write-intensive operations, such as databases, virtualization, and file servers.

What performance can I expect from this 400GB SAS SSD?

The HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SSD delivers up to 155K random read IOPS and 38K random write IOPS, with sequential throughput up to 2.1GB/s.

What is digitally signed firmware and why is it important?

Digitally signed firmware ensures the drive boots only verified code, enhancing security by preventing unauthorized firmware modifications or malware injection.

What endurance rating does the P04525-B21 have?

This SSD is rated for up to 10 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) over a 3-year warranty, making it suitable for sustained mixed-use storage.

What warranty does the HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SSD include?

The P04525-B21 comes with a standard three-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.

Is the P04525-B21 compatible with HPE ProLiant servers?

Yes, the SSD is fully compatible with HPE ProLiant Gen9 and Gen10 servers, HPE Apollo and HPE Synergy systems certified for SAS storage.

Can I use this SSD in non-HPE environments?

While optimized for HPE platforms, the 12Gb/s SAS interface also works in third-party servers and storage arrays that support standard SAS drives.

How do I install the HPE 400GB SAS 12G Mixed Use SSD?

Insert the SSD into a compatible 2.5-inch SAS drive bay or caddy, secure it, and verify detection in the server’s HPE Smart Storage controller BIOS.

Does the P04525-B21 support hardware encryption?

No—this model does not include native self-encrypting drive (SED) capabilities; consider HPE Secure Encryption SSDs for hardware-based data protection.

What are the typical use cases for this mixed-use SSD?

Ideal for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), database applications, real-time analytics, and tier-1 mixed-I/O workloads requiring high endurance.

How does this SSD improve server performance?

By delivering high IOPS, low latency and SAS 12G bandwidth, the HPE 400GB SSD accelerates application response times and reduces storage bottlenecks.

Where can I get support and firmware updates for P04525-B21?

Support, firmware updates and diagnostic tools are available from the HPE Support Center online, using your product serial number for access.