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Q2U15A
HPE MC990 3.8TB 6G SATA 2.5in MLC SSD
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Q2U15A is a high-performance HDD engineered in a 3.5-inch form factor with a SATA III interface and operates at a rapid 7200 RPM, offering a robust 4 TB of storage paired with a 256 MB cache. Designed for demanding environments, this drive carries an annual workload rating of 300 TB/yr, ensuring continuous 24/7 reliability and excellent MTBF performance for desktop, server, and NAS usage.
Optimized for efficiency, Q2U15A features advanced attributes including a helium-sealed build, dual actuator technology, and vibration protection, along with a balanced power consumption of 8 Watts under read/write conditions and 5 Watts in idle mode. Its proven design makes it ideal for data centers, desktops, NAS systems, and surveillance applications where consistent, round-the-clock operation is critical.
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Scenario: A global enterprise runs hundreds of VMware vSphere VMs on blade servers and needs predictable I/O performance under heavy consolidation. Implementation: Deploy Q2U15A-HPE MC990 3.8TB 6G SATA 2.5in MLC SSDs as primary VM datastores. Benefit: Achieve sustained 75K+ IOPS and sub-1ms latency per drive, boosting VM density by 30% while reducing storage tiering costs. Outcome: Higher consolidation ratios, consistent SLA compliance, and a lower total cost of ownership for mission-critical virtualization workloads.
Scenario: A high-frequency trading firm must execute thousands of transactions per second with zero tolerance for I/O delays and guarantee data integrity under 24/7 operation. Implementation: Install Q2U15A-HPE MC990 3.8TB 6G SATA 2.5in MLC SSDs in a RAID-10 storage array dedicated to order matching engines. Benefit: Deliver consistent sub-500µs write latency and enterprise-grade endurance (up to 10 drive-writes per day), ensuring real-time order execution and compliance with financial regulations. Outcome: Maximized trade throughput, minimized risk of downtime, and enhanced data durability in a demanding trading environment.
Scenario: A post-production studio processes multi-stream 4K video edits and streams high-resolution content to global audiences. Implementation: Integrate Q2U15A-HPE MC990 3.8TB 6G SATA 2.5in MLC SSDs into shared storage servers and video render farms. Benefit: Provide sustained sequential read/write speeds up to 550 MB/s, eliminating dropped frames and reducing final render times by 40%. Outcome: Accelerated editorial workflows, uninterrupted 4K streaming delivery, and improved client satisfaction through faster turnaround and rock-solid reliability.
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| Q2U15A |  P19913-B21 |  872479-B21 |  804665-B21 |  846436-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 | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage | Enterprise Storage | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance | Desktop / Server / NAS / Surveillance / Enterprise Storage |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III | SAS 12Gb/s | 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 | 4 TB | 8 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 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s | Up to 250 MB/s |
| Annual Workload Rating | 300 TB/yr | 180 TB/yr | 300 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr | 550 TB/yr |
| Power Consumption (Read/Write) | 8 Watts | 7 Watts | 8 Watts | 9 Watts | 8 Watts |
| Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 Watts | 4 Watts | 5 Watts | 7 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 | 5–55°C | 5–60°C | 5–60°C | 5–55°C | 5–60°C |
| Product Name | Q2U15A Enterprise Helium HDD | P19913-B21 | 872479-B21 Enterprise Hard Drive | 804665-B21 Enterprise HDD | 846436-B21 High Performance Enterprise HDD |
| Height | 1 inch | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches | 1.03 inches |
| Width | 5.8 inches | 5.79 inches | 4 inches | 5.79 inches | 5.79 inches |
| Depth | 8.7 inches | 4.00 inches | 5.79 inches | 4.01 inches | 8.74 inches |
| Weight | 1.5 lbs | 2.0 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 1.4 lbs | 1.6 lbs |
High-capacity SATA SSD with reliable performance. Works smoothly in MC990 systems and handles steady enterprise workloads well.
Installed without issues and recognized immediately. Consistent throughput for daily operations.
Stable MLC SSD suitable for large datasets. No performance drops noticed.
Good balance of capacity and reliability for business storage needs.
Meets expectations for enterprise SATA deployments.
The HPE MC990 SSD offers 3.8 TB capacity, a 6 Gb/s SATA interface, 2.5-inch form factor, enterprise-grade MLC NAND, up to 550 MB/s sequential read, 520 MB/s sequential write, and robust data protection.
This drive uses a standard 6 Gb/s SATA interface in a hot-pluggable 2.5-inch form factor, ensuring broad compatibility with HPE servers and storage enclosures.
The HPE MC990 leverages enterprise-grade multi-level cell (MLC) NAND flash to deliver a balanced combination of performance, endurance, and reliability.
The SSD delivers up to 550 MB/s sequential read and up to 520 MB/s sequential write, optimized for high-throughput enterprise workloads.
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