SAS SSD HP 800GB 12G MU SFF P20838-001-RFB

SAS SSD HP 800GB 12G MU SFF P20838-001-RFB is a server-grade solid state drive from HP designed for enterprise storage environments. It provides 800 GB of persistent flash capacity and connects over a 12 Gbit/s SAS interface in a small form factor (SFF), enabling high-throughput and low-latency storage for servers and storage arrays. The drive is intended for use in systems that require reliable, durable flash storage for sustained I/O workloads, including database and virtualization infrastructures.

Advantages

The HP SAS SSD offers enterprise-class endurance and predictable performance under mixed and sustained workloads. Its 12G SAS interface delivers high bandwidth and compatibility with SAS backplanes and controllers commonly found in server racks. The small form factor enables dense deployment in SFF bays while maintaining consistent latency characteristics required by transactional and I/O-intensive applications.

Suitable for

• Database storage with frequent random I/O
• Virtualization hosts and virtual machine images
• Enterprise applications requiring low latency and high throughput
• Storage arrays and RAID groups in server environments

Key specifications

• Brand: HP
• Model / MPN: P20838-001-RFB
• Capacity: 800 GB
• Interface: 12 Gbit/s SAS
• Form factor: Small Form Factor (SFF)
• Device type: SAS solid state drive (enterprise)

How to use

Install the drive into an SFF-compatible server bay or storage array following the server manufacturer's installation instructions. Ensure the host controller or backplane supports 12 Gbit/s SAS and configure firmware, RAID or volume settings according to your storage design. Perform any required firmware updates provided by HP and verify the drive is recognized by the operating system or RAID controller. For performance validation, run workload tests relevant to your use case such as database or virtualization I/O benchmarks.

Usage recommendations

Use this HP SAS SSD for enterprise workloads that require consistent low latency and high sustained throughput. Maintain regular monitoring of drive health using vendor tools, follow HP guidance for firmware updates, and include the drive in a storage architecture with appropriate redundancy (RAID or replication) to meet availability requirements.