Samsung PM9D3a 3.84TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe 2.5" Internal SSD MZWL63T8HFLT-00AW7
The Samsung PM9D3a 3.84TB SSD provides enterprise-grade PCIe 5.0 NVMe performance with 12000 MB/s read speeds, engineered for demanding server workloads.
- Capacity: 3.84 TB of storage ensures ample space for critical applications and data, reducing the need for frequent storage expansion.
- Interface: PCIe 5.0 NVMe connectivity offers up to 12000 MB/s read speeds, accelerating application load times and data processing.
- Form Factor: A 2.5" drive fits standard server bays, simplifying integration into existing infrastructure without requiring specialized hardware.
- Performance: 2,000,000 IOPS random read performance significantly reduces latency for I/O-intensive tasks, boosting overall system responsiveness.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Samsung PM9D3a 3.84TB internal SSD (MZWL63T8HFLT-00AW7) is a 2.5" drive utilizing the PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface, engineered for server environments. It boasts impressive sequential read speeds of 12000 MB/s and sequential write speeds of 6000 MB/s, along with 2,000,000 IOPS random read and 250,000 IOPS random write capabilities.
Designed for high-demand workloads, this SSD offers substantial capacity and enterprise-grade reliability. Its performance characteristics are crucial for accelerating database operations, virtualization, and high-transaction environments, ensuring data integrity and operational efficiency.
- Capacity: 3.84 TB storage provides extensive room for operating systems, applications, and large datasets, minimizing storage management overhead.
- Read Speed: 12000 MB/s sequential read performance dramatically speeds up data retrieval, improving application responsiveness and user experience.
- Write Speed: 6000 MB/s sequential write speed ensures rapid data ingestion and processing, vital for transaction-heavy server roles.
- Random I/O: 2,000,000 IOPS random read and 250,000 IOPS random write accelerate small file operations and multitasking, enhancing server efficiency.
- Interface: PCIe 5.0 NVMe connectivity maximizes data throughput, unlocking the full potential of modern server platforms for maximum performance.
Equip your servers with the Samsung PM9D3a 3.84TB SSD for unparalleled speed and capacity, ensuring your critical business operations run without compromise.
Technical Specifications
1Performance & Business Impact
2Connectivity & I/O
3Physical & Environmental
4Lifecycle, Warranty & Compliance
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What This Solves
Accelerate Mission-Critical Applications
Organizations running demanding enterprise applications like databases, ERP systems, or CRM platforms often face performance bottlenecks. This SSD's high read/write speeds and IOPS reduce application load times and improve transaction processing.
Data centers, enterprise infrastructure teams, IT operations teams, NetOps
Enhance Virtualization Performance
Virtualization environments require rapid access to numerous small files for virtual machine operations, leading to high I/O demands. The PM9D3a's substantial random I/O performance ensures smooth VM operation and density.
Virtualization administrators, infrastructure teams, data center operators
Boost Server Boot and Load Times
Slow server boot times and application loading can impact operational readiness and user productivity. With 12000 MB/s read speeds, this SSD drastically reduces boot sequences and application initialization times.
Server administrators, IT operations teams, NOC teams
Key Features
SSD capacity: 3.84 TB
Provides ample storage for demanding server operating systems, applications, and large datasets, reducing the need for immediate storage expansion.
Interface: PCI Express 5.0
Enables maximum data throughput, unlocking the full performance potential of modern server platforms for faster data access and processing.
NVMe: Yes
Optimizes data transfer protocols for flash storage, significantly reducing latency and improving responsiveness for I/O-intensive workloads.
Read speed: 12000 MB/s
Accelerates application load times and data retrieval, ensuring critical business applications run efficiently and users experience minimal delays.
Random read (4KB): 2000000 IOPS
Significantly enhances performance for small file operations and multitasking, crucial for database performance and virtual machine responsiveness.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
High-speed data processing and large storage capacity are essential for financial transactions, risk analysis, and compliance reporting.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Supports real-time data acquisition, analytics, and operational technology (OT) integration for efficient production and supply chain management.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Enables rapid access to large patient datasets, medical imaging, and research data, crucial for diagnostics and clinical operations.
Media & Entertainment
Provides the necessary throughput for handling large media files, video editing, rendering, and streaming services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of server environments is the Samsung PM9D3a SSD designed for?
The Samsung PM9D3a is engineered for enterprise server environments, including data centers and high-performance computing, requiring high-capacity and extreme I/O performance.
What is the primary performance advantage of PCIe 5.0 NVMe over older interfaces?
PCIe 5.0 NVMe offers significantly higher sequential read/write speeds and lower latency compared to SATA or older PCIe generations, enabling faster data access and processing for demanding applications.
Can this SSD be used in workstations or consumer PCs?
While technically possible if the motherboard supports PCIe 5.0 NVMe drives, this SSD is specifically designed and optimized for enterprise server workloads and may not be the most cost-effective or feature-rich choice for consumer systems.
What is the expected lifespan or endurance of this enterprise SSD?
Enterprise SSDs like the PM9D3a are built for high endurance and reliability, designed to withstand heavy workloads in 24/7 operation. Specific TBW (Terabytes Written) ratings are available in the manufacturer's detailed specifications.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Manufacturer warranty applies. Contact Zent Networks for warranty terms specific to this product.
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.