HPE 877746-B21 480GB SATA 6G SFF 2.5 SSD

HPE 877746-B21 480GB SATA 6G Read Intensive SFF SC DS SSD

The HPE 877746-B21 is HPE’s option kit for a 480GB 6Gb/s SATA Read Intensive SSD with MLC flash and digitally signed firmware. It is a 2.5 inch SFF drive in a SmartDrive (SC) hot-plug carrier for ProLiant servers, and its HPE spare number is 878846-001.

A 480GB Read Intensive SSD gives roomy, fast boot volumes and plenty of space for application binaries, at a lower price than Mixed Use drives of the same size.

Euroland IT Store offers the 877746-B21 in New and Refurbished condition, subject to stock.

Key Features At A Glance

• 480GB SATA 6Gb/s Read Intensive SSD
• MLC flash with digitally signed firmware
• SFF SmartDrive (SC) hot-plug carrier
• Spare equivalent: 878846-001

What Is the HPE 877746-B21?

877746-B21 is the option number. The spare part for the same drive is the HPE 878846-001, which is commonly found on drives supplied as service replacements.

Picking the Right Boot Drive Size

HPE offers boot-friendly SATA SSDs in several sizes:

• 240GB Read Intensive, such as the HPE 875503-B21, for lean OS installs
• 480GB Read Intensive, the 877746-B21, for OS plus applications
• 480GB Mixed Use, such as the HPE 875470-B21, where logs and updates write heavily

The 877746-B21 is a sensible middle ground for most Windows Server and hypervisor hosts.

Controller Options

In Gen10 servers, a pair of 877746-B21 drives can run as a mirror on the embedded S100i or on an HBA such as the HPE 804329-001 E208i-a. Larger arrays benefit from a cache-backed Smart Array controller.

New HPE 877746-B21

A New 877746-B21 suits new builds that need unused boot or application drives. Check the condition and stock on the product page before ordering.

Refurbished HPE 877746-B21

A Refurbished 877746-B21 is an affordable route to flash boot drives for existing servers. Refurbished drives have been previously used and prepared for resale. Review the condition and warranty for the refurbished option.

Buying HPE 877746-B21 in the UK

Euroland IT Store supplies HPE SSDs and server components to UK businesses and IT partners. Check stock, warranty and delivery details on the product page. More 960GB Read Intensive options include the HPE 869384-B21.

HPE 877746-B21 Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the spare number for the 877746-B21?

The HPE spare number is 878846-001, which refers to the same 480GB Read Intensive SSD.

Is the 877746-B21 suitable as a boot drive?

Yes. It is a popular size for mirrored operating system and hypervisor boot volumes.

What is the difference between 877746-B21 and 875470-B21?

Both are 480GB SATA SSDs. The 877746-B21 is Read Intensive, while the 875470-B21 is Mixed Use with higher write endurance.

Which ProLiant generations use this drive?

It is used in ProLiant servers with SFF SmartDrive bays, most commonly Gen9 and Gen10. Check QuickSpecs for your server.

Do you ship the 877746-B21 across the UK?

Yes. We ship throughout the UK, and delivery options are shown at checkout. Contact us if you need matched pairs.