HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD
Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise SSDs
SKU: HPE-P18438-B21 | Part #: P18438-B21 | MPN: P18438-B21
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About the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD
The HPE P18438-B21 is a 3.84TB enterprise-class solid state drive engineered for mixed-use workloads across HPE's ProLiant and Synergy infrastructure. This 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) drive connects via SATA 6Gb/s interface and ships in a Smart Carrier (SC) configuration, delivering reliable performance for virtualization, cloud services, and general-purpose data center operations. Built on 3D TLC NAND technology with 512e sector emulation, the drive combines capacity with cost efficiency—making it an ideal choice for storage architects and IT procurement teams seeking to balance performance and budget constraints in enterprise environments.
The HPE P18438-B21 includes advanced reliability features essential for mission-critical deployments. Hot-plug support and power loss protection ensure seamless maintenance windows and data integrity during unexpected outages. Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capability provides platform-dependent encryption for security-sensitive applications. Operating across a 0°C to 70°C temperature range, this drive integrates directly with HPE iLO and HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) for simplified fleet management. Full compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen9, Gen10, and Gen10 Plus servers, plus HPE Synergy and Apollo platforms, guarantees straightforward integration into existing infrastructure.
Typical Enterprise Deployment Scenarios
- Mixed-use virtualization clusters requiring balanced read/write performance across multiple virtual machines
- Cloud service provider environments where cost-per-terabyte efficiency supports multi-tenant deployments
- General-purpose data center storage expansion for HPE ProLiant rack and blade servers
- HPE Synergy composable infrastructure environments needing flexible storage tier options
- Business-critical applications in Apollo high-density systems requiring reliable, hot-swappable solid-state storage
For detailed specifications, compatibility confirmation, and bulk order evaluation of the HPE P18438-B21, contact Omnixon Global to request a formal quotation.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise SSDs |
| SKU | HPE-P18438-B21 |
| Part Number | P18438-B21 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 3.84TB |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P18438-B21 |
| Drive Type | Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Capacity | 3.84 TB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Carrier Type | Smart Carrier (SC) |
| Drive Class | Mixed Use (MU) |
| SSD Program | Multi Vendor SSD |
| NAND Flash Type | 3D TLC NAND |
| Sector Size | 512e (512-byte emulation) |
| Hot Plug Support | Yes |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| Compatible Server Families | HPE ProLiant Gen9, Gen10, Gen10 Plus; HPE Synergy; HPE Apollo |
| Management Integration | HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Encryption Support | Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) — platform dependent |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD
What does the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD do?
At 3.84TB, the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The SATA 6G interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD?
Key specifications for the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD: capacity 3.84TB; form factor SFF (2.5in); interface SATA 6G; 3 to 5 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number P18438-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE P18438-B21 - HPE 3.84TB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF SC Multi Vendor SSD uses a SATA 6G interface in a SFF (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.