Overview The Micron MTFDDAK480TGA-1BC1ZABYYR is a 2.5-inch SATA solid state drive designed to provide 480GB of fast and reliable storage for servers and storage arrays. It offers sequential read speeds up to 540 MB/s and write speeds up to 520 MB/s, enabling quick data transfers and smooth virtual machine startups. This drive fits easily into existing 2.5-inch bays using a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, making it a practical upgrade for systems still using traditional spinning disks. Built with Micron’s 176-layer 3D TLC NAND and a proven controller, it supports read-intensive workloads typical in web hosting, database queries, and analytics. Its endurance rating of 1.5 drive writes per day and a projected 3 million-hour mean time between failures ensure long-lasting performance in demanding data center environments. Key features Provides consistent throughput with 176-layer 3D TLC NAND technology for reliable performance under heavy read workloads Power loss protection safeguards in-flight data during unexpected outages, maintaining data integrity and uptime Adaptive thermal monitoring helps prevent overheating during sustained data transfers, enhancing drive longevity RAIN parity technology adds an extra layer of data protection by ensuring critical blocks remain intact Easy installation with a standard SATA 6 Gb/s interface that fits into existing 2.5-inch bays without additional adapters Endurance rated at 1.5 drive writes per day, suitable for continuous use in enterprise and data center applications Backed by a five-year limited warranty, providing confidence in long-term reliability Key specs Capacity: 480 GB Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s Form factor: 2.5-inch Sequential read speed: up to 540 MB/s Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s Random read IOPS: up to 95,000 Random write IOPS: up to 37,000 Endurance: 1.5 drive writes per day Mean time between failures (MTBF): 3 million hours NAND type: 176-layer 3D TLC Connectivity and compatibility This SSD uses a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, which is widely supported across many server and storage platforms. Its 2.5-inch form factor allows it to fit seamlessly into standard bays found in rackmount and tower chassis without requiring any special adapters or cabling changes. This makes it a straightforward choice for upgrading existing infrastructure or expanding storage capacity in remote offices and edge appliances. Performance and reliability The drive’s combination of high sequential and random I/O speeds ensures that large data sets move quickly and that applications like virtual machines and databases respond without delay. Its endurance rating and advanced data protection features, including power loss protection and RAIN parity, help maintain data integrity and system uptime even under demanding workloads. Adaptive thermal monitoring further supports stable operation by preventing overheating during extended use. Ideal uses and environments This SSD is well suited to data center environments where read-intensive workloads are common, such as web hosting, analytics, and database querying. It also fits well in hyperconverged clusters as a boot volume, remote office file servers, and edge computing appliances that require dependable storage with minimal downtime. Its balance of performance, endurance, and compatibility makes it a strong choice for IT professionals looking to refresh or expand their storage infrastructure.
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