HPE Server Read Intensive (RI) Solid State Drives (SSDs) deliver high performance and endurance for applications requiring high random read IOPs performance. HPE (RI) SSDs typically have an endurance of <1 drive writes per day. All HPE SSDs are backed by over 3.35 million hours of testing and qualification1 ensuring reliable, high performing drives. HPE Digitally Signed Firmware prevents unauthorized access to your data by providing the assurance that drive firmware comes from a trusted source. The self-describing icons on the HPE Smart Carrier take the guesswork out of a drive’s status and a `do not remove` button prevents data loss from human error. Monitor the lifespan of your SSD with HPE SmartSSD Wear Gauge compatibility in management tools.