HPE DC S3500 480GB SATA Enterprise SSD (717968-002)

Product Description

The HPE DC S3500 (717968-002) is an enterprise-class server solid-state drive (SSD) engineered for high-write-load environments operating 24×7. With a capacity of 480 GB, this drive is designed for deployment in servers, storage arrays, and corporate storage systems requiring sustained performance and data integrity. It is a suitable component for IT infrastructure modernization and upgrade projects.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 717968-002
• Brand: HPE
• Model: HPE DC S3500
• Capacity: 480 GB
• Class: Enterprise (24×7)
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch (compatibility with backplane/RAID controller to be verified for specific server models)

Design Features

• Power-loss protection (PLP) for data integrity during unexpected power interruptions.
• High endurance rating with elevated DWPD (drive writes per day) for sustained write-intensive workloads.
• Enterprise-grade build designed for continuous operation in server infrastructure.
• Optimized for high random read/write performance in mixed-use scenarios.

Application Area

This SSD is intended for deployment in enterprise data centers and server rooms where continuous, high-intensity storage operations are standard. It fits into server platforms, direct-attached storage, and SAN/NAS systems requiring reliable 24×7 operation. Typical use cases include database transaction processing, virtualization hosts, and caching layers where low latency and write endurance are critical.