HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD
Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise SSDs
SKU: HPE-P40494-B21 | Part #: P40494-B21 | MPN: P40494-B21
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About the HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD
Enterprise all-flash arrays demand storage that balances performance with operational efficiency, and the HPE P40494-B21 delivers both. This HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF solid-state drive achieves exceptional power efficiency through its advanced 3D TLC NAND architecture (Kioxia BiCS5 technology) paired with U.3 NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 connectivity. The Small Form Factor 2.5-inch design fits seamlessly into HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus and Gen11 servers equipped with U.3-capable SFF bays, while backward compatibility with PCIe Gen3 ensures flexible deployment across evolving infrastructure. With an endurance rating of 3 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day), the P40494-B21 is engineered for sustained mixed-use workloads typical of transactional and hybrid environments. The drive features a Basic Carrier configuration and supports tri-mode U.3 backplane compatibility—functioning across NVMe, SAS, and SATA protocols—making it a versatile choice for heterogeneous data center deployments.
Storage architects and IT procurement teams evaluating enterprise-class NVMe solutions choose this drive for its robust feature set and validated compatibility. The P40494-B21 includes Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capability with TCG Opal support, addressing security mandates in regulated industries. Its capacitor-based power loss protection safeguards data integrity during unexpected outages, while full hot-plug support minimizes downtime during maintenance cycles. HPE iLO and HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) management integration provides seamless monitoring and lifecycle control within existing HPE infrastructure ecosystems. HPE QuickSpecs validation confirms this drive meets rigorous enterprise standards for reliability and performance.
Organizations standardizing on HPE platforms and seeking 3.2TB NVMe capacity with certified mixed-use performance should evaluate the P40494-B21 (part number P40494-B21) as a core building block for next-generation all-flash arrays. Contact Omnixon Global to request a detailed quotation and technical consultation for your enterprise storage requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise SSDs |
| SKU | HPE-P40494-B21 |
| Part Number | P40494-B21 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 3.2TB |
| Form Factor | U.3 |
| Interface | NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P40494-B21 |
| Drive Model Series | Kioxia CM6 |
| Capacity | 3.2TB |
| Form Factor | Small Form Factor (SFF) 2.5-inch |
| Carrier Type | Basic Carrier (BC) |
| Interface | U.3 NVMe (PCIe Gen4 x4, backward compatible with PCIe Gen3) |
| Interface Compatibility | Tri-mode U.3 (NVMe / SAS / SATA capable backplane) |
| NAND Technology | 3D TLC (Kioxia BiCS5) |
| Endurance Rating | 3 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) |
| Workload Classification | Mixed Use (MU) |
| Hot-Plug Support | Yes |
| Encryption | Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capable; TCG Opal support |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes (capacitor-based data protection) |
| Platform Compatibility | HPE ProLiant Gen10 Plus and Gen11 servers with U.3-capable SFF bays |
| Management Integration | HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) |
| HPE QuickSpecs Validated | Yes |
| Drive Category | Enterprise Mixed Use NVMe SSD |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD
What does the HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD do?
At 3.2TB, the HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 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 P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD?
Key specifications for the HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD: capacity 3.2TB; form factor U.3 (2.5in); interface NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4); 3 to 5 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number P40494-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE P40494-B21 - HPE 3.2TB NVMe Gen4 High Performance Mixed Use SFF BC U.3 CM6 SSD uses a NVMe (PCIe Gen3/4) interface in a U.3 (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.