HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD
Brand: HPE | Category: Enterprise SSDs
SKU: HPE-P40503-B21 | Part #: P40503-B21 | MPN: P40503-B21
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About the HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD
The HPE P40503-B21 is a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor SSD with a Basic Carrier design, engineered to fit directly into HPE ProLiant server backplanes while delivering reliable mixed-use performance through its SATA 6Gb/s interface. This 960GB capacity drive combines enterprise-grade reliability with hot-plug capability, making it ideal for storage architects and IT procurement teams seeking to upgrade existing HPE infrastructure without lengthy downtime.
Built on TLC NAND technology, the P40503-B21 operates across a standard enterprise temperature range and integrates seamlessly with HPE management ecosystems including iLO and HPE Smart Storage Administrator. The drive is HPE QuickSpecs Validated for use in HPE ProLiant Gen10 and Gen10 Plus server generations, ensuring certified compatibility and performance. Self-Encrypting Drive capability is available on select sub-variants—consult HPE QuickSpecs documentation to confirm encryption support for your specific configuration. This multi-vendor SSD designation provides flexibility for heterogeneous storage environments while maintaining HPE quality standards and support protocols.
Key Specifications
- Part Number: P40503-B21
- Drive Capacity: 960 GB
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
- NAND Type: TLC (Triple-Level Cell)
- Endurance Class: Mixed Use
- Hot Plug Support: Yes
- Compatible Server Generations: HPE ProLiant Gen10, Gen10 Plus
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
- Management Support: HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA)
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
| Category | Enterprise SSDs |
| SKU | HPE-P40503-B21 |
| Part Number | P40503-B21 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P40503-B21 |
| Drive Capacity | 960 GB |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Carrier Type | Basic Carrier (BC) |
| Drive Type | Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Endurance Class | Mixed Use (MU) |
| NAND Type | TLC (Triple-Level Cell) |
| Hot Plug Support | Yes |
| Compatible Server Generations | HPE ProLiant Gen10, Gen10 Plus |
| Drive Validation | HPE QuickSpecs Validated |
| Management Support | HPE iLO, HPE Smart Storage Administrator (SSA) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Encryption Support | Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) capability varies by specific sub-variant; confirm via HPE QuickSpecs |
| Product Line | HPE Multi Vendor SSD |
Frequently Asked Questions about HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD
What does the HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD do?
At 960GB, the HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC 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 P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD?
Key specifications for the HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD: capacity 960GB; form factor SFF (2.5in); interface SATA 6G; 3 to 5 years (HPE manufacturer) support; new condition. Manufacturer part number P40503-B21. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC Multi Vendor SSD compatible with my infrastructure?
The HPE P40503-B21 - HPE 960GB SATA 6G Mixed Use SFF BC 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.