HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD
Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise SSDs
SKU: HPE-P13668-B21 | Part #: P13668-B21 | MPN: P13668-B21
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About the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD
For mixed-workload primary storage deployments requiring balanced read and write performance, the HPE P13668-B21 delivers enterprise-grade reliability in a compact form factor. This 800GB NVMe Gen3 drive addresses the needs of storage architects and IT procurement teams seeking mainstream mixed-use endurance without overprovisioning for single-use workloads. HPE's PE6031 series combines the speed of PCIe Gen3 x4 connectivity with intelligent power-loss protection and hot-plug support, enabling seamless integration into existing HPE ProLiant infrastructure while maintaining data integrity across planned and unplanned events.
Built on the U.2 interface standard (SFF-8639) and delivered in the HPE Smart Carrier NVMe (SCN) form factor, the P13668-B21 integrates directly into HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen10 Plus compatible servers with dedicated U.2 NVMe SCN bays. The drive operates reliably across the full enterprise temperature spectrum and includes onboard power-loss protection circuitry to safeguard in-flight data. HPE QuickSpecs validation and compatibility with HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator, and HPE Agentless Management tools ensure straightforward deployment and lifecycle management. For organizations standardizing on HPE storage infrastructure, this drive represents a validated, genuine solution engineered to balance performance, endurance, and operational simplicity. Contact Omnixon Global to request a quotation for the HPE P13668-B21 and explore volume pricing options.
Key Specifications
- Part Number: P13668-B21
- Capacity: 800 GB
- Form Factor: SFF (Small Form Factor) 2.5-inch
- Interface: U.2 (SFF-8639) with NVMe protocol over PCIe Gen3 x4
- Carrier Type: SCN (Smart Carrier NVMe)
- Endurance Tier: Mainstream Mixed Use with hot-plug support and onboard power-loss protection
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
- Server Compatibility: HPE ProLiant Gen10 / Gen10 Plus compatible servers supporting U.2 NVMe SCN bays
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise SSDs |
| SKU | HPE-P13668-B21 |
| Part Number | P13668-B21 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 800GB |
| Form Factor | U.2 (2.5in) |
| Interface | NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P13668-B21 |
| Drive Model Series | PE6031 |
| Capacity | 800 GB |
| Form Factor | SFF (Small Form Factor) 2.5-inch |
| Carrier Type | SCN (Smart Carrier NVMe) |
| Interface | U.2 (SFF-8639) |
| Protocol | NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) |
| PCIe Generation | Gen3 x4 |
| Drive Type | Mixed Use (MU) |
| Endurance Tier | Mainstream Mixed Use |
| Hot-Plug Support | Yes |
| Power-Loss Protection | Yes (onboard power-loss protection circuitry) |
| HPE QuickSpecs Validated | Yes |
| Management Compatibility | HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA), HPE Agentless Management |
| Server Platform Compatibility | HPE ProLiant Gen10 / Gen10 Plus compatible servers supporting U.2 NVMe SCN bays |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Encryption | Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) — confirm against current HPE QuickSpecs for this SKU |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD
What does the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD do?
At 800GB, the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4) interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD?
Key specifications for the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD: capacity 800GB; form factor U.2 (2.5in); interface NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4); 3 to 5 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number P13668-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE P13668-B21 - HPE 800GB NVMe Gen3 Mainstream Mixed Use SFF SCN U.2 PE6031 SSD uses a NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4) interface in a U.2 (2.5in) form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.