Samsung PM1653 960GB Enterprise SSD - 24Gb/s SAS 4200 MB/s - MZILT960HBHQ (Tray)

The Samsung PM1653 960GB Enterprise SSD marks a significant leap in storage technology as one of the first drives to utilize the 24G SAS (SAS-4) interface. Specifically engineered for enterprise-level servers and high-performance workstations, this drive doubles the throughput of previous 12G SAS generations. By leveraging Samsung's advanced 6th-generation V-NAND technology, the PM1653 delivers consistent performance and lower latency, making it ideal for data-intensive applications like real-time analytics and high-speed database management.

Reliability and system uptime are critical in data center environments, which is why the PM1653 features a dual-port SAS interface. This design ensures high availability by providing two independent paths to the drive, allowing the system to maintain access even if one path or controller fails. Furthermore, the drive is optimized for read-intensive workloads, offering an endurance rating of 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) over five years, ensuring long-term stability under rigorous server operations.

The 2.5-inch 15mm form factor is built to handle the thermal demands of modern racks. With sophisticated error-correcting code (ECC) and end-to-end data protection, the PM1653 prevents data corruption during transmission or storage. Its 24 Gb/s interface is backward compatible with 12G SAS infrastructures, providing a future-proof upgrade path for businesses looking to scale their storage performance without overhauling their entire hardware ecosystem.

• Capacity: 960GB Enterprise-grade storage.
• Interface: 24G SAS (SAS-4) Dual-Port for high availability.
• Performance: Exceptional sequential read speeds up to 4,200 MB/s.
• Endurance: 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) for five years.
• V-NAND Technology: Samsung 128-layer TLC V-NAND for superior efficiency.
• Form Factor: Standard 2.5-inch (15mm thickness) server drive.