Intel 15.36TB NVMe x4 U.2 SFF 2.5" SSD / HPE ProLiant SFF SC Tray G9 G10 G11 SSDPE2NV153T8

Important Note (Please Read First):
This listing is for the SSDPE2NV153T8 drive with SFF Smart Carrier (SC) tray for HPE ProLiant servers.
Always confirm your server’s NVMe backplane and carrier compatibility (SC vs BC) before purchasing.

Related Part Numbers

SSDPE2NV153T8, SSDPE2NV153T801, J67810-075, 73-0004-01

Overview

The Intel D5-P4326 Series (SSDPE2NV153T8) is a 15.36TB enterprise NVMe SSD designed for read-intensive workloads in modern data centers. Built using 64-layer QLC 3D NAND, it delivers massive capacity while reducing cost per GB—ideal for replacing traditional HDD-based storage tiers.

Core Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 15.36TB
• Series: Intel D5-P4326
• Interface: PCIe Gen3.1 x4 NVMe
• Form Factor: 2.5" U.2 (SFF-8639), 15mm
• NAND Type: 64-layer QLC 3D NAND
• Workload Type: Read Intensive (RI)

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 3,200 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 1,600 MB/s
• Random Read (4KB): Up to 580,000 IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 15,000 IOPS
• Read Latency: ~135 µs
• Write Latency: ~60 µs

Endurance & Reliability

• Endurance:
  • Up to ~24.6 PBW (sequential)
  • ~5 PBW (random workloads)
• DWPD: ~0.18 (random) / up to ~0.9 (sequential)
• MTBF: 2 million hours
• Data Protection:
  • End-to-End Data Protection
  • Power Loss Imminent (PLI) protection

Key Features

• High-Density QLC Storage: Maximizes capacity for large-scale deployments
• Optimized for Read Workloads: Ideal for data lakes, CDN, and analytics
• Power Efficiency: Lower cost per TB vs traditional enterprise SSDs
• Enterprise Reliability: Designed for 24/7 data center environments

Typical Use Cases

• Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
• Data Lake / Warm Storage
• Read-heavy databases
• HDD replacement in hybrid or all-flash arrays

Supported Generations

• Gen11: Full support with NVMe backplanes (uses Basic Carrier – BC)
• Gen10 / Gen10 Plus: Fully supported (uses Smart Carrier – SC)
• Gen9: Supported with NVMe enablement kits and proper backplane

Compatible Server Models

DL Series (Rack Servers):
DL160, DL180, DL360, DL380, DL560, DL580

ML Series (Tower Servers):
ML110, ML350

Apollo Systems:
Apollo 4200, Apollo 4500

Critical Compatibility Requirements

• Backplane: Must be NVMe-enabled (SAS/SATA-only will NOT work)
• Drive Tray:
  • Gen9 / Gen10 → Smart Carrier (SC)
  • Gen11 → Basic Carrier (BC)
• Cabling: May require SlimSAS / OCuLink NVMe cables
• Controller Support: NVMe direct or Tri-Mode compatible

Important Notes

• This is a Read-Intensive (RI) SSD → not suitable for heavy write workloads
• QLC NAND prioritizes capacity over endurance
• Ensure your server firmware supports NVMe boot if needed
• Verify tray type (SC vs BC) before purchase

Summary

The Intel D5-P4326 15.36TB (SSDPE2NV153T8) is a high-capacity, cost-efficient NVMe SSD tailored for read-heavy enterprise environments. When paired with an HPE Smart Carrier (SC) and a compatible NVMe-enabled ProLiant server, it delivers excellent scalability, reliability, and storage density for modern data center workloads.