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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | DC S3610 |
| Capacity | 800 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise/Mixed-Use |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 20nm MLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 5300 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 84000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 28000 |
| Average Latency | 55 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2BX800G401 |
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SSDSC2BX800G4 stands out in the SATA enterprise class by pairing 20nm MLC NAND with 3 DWPD and 5300 TBW, making it a strong fit for write-intensive virtualization, database logging, and mixed-transaction workloads that need near-SAS-class endurance in a 6Gb/s SATA form factor. Compared with SSDSC2BX800G401, this later DC S3610 revision is the stronger deployment choice for lifecycle continuity and sustained enterprise reliability, while preserving the proven 540/520 MB/s throughput and 84K/28K IOPS profile at 800 GB.
With an endurance rating of 5,300 TBW and 3 DWPD, the SSDSC2BX800G4 is built for sustained write-intensive enterprise use well beyond typical daily system-disk workloads. In practical terms, for OS, application, and general server boot usage, this level of endurance means the drive can be deployed with high confidence for many years, including up to around 10 years in typical system-drive scenarios. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and unplanned recovery events. Its ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million-hour MTBF, indicates a very high standard of data integrity and long-term operational stability expected in data center environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface, paired with strong sequential read performance, makes this drive a practical drop-in upgrade for enterprise servers that need faster boot, backup, and data streaming without changing existing storage infrastructure.
2. With up to 84,000 random read IOPS, it can sustain responsive performance for read-heavy databases, virtual desktop pools, and index-driven application workloads under concurrent access.
3. Rated for 3 DWPD, this SSD is built for write-intensive enterprise environments, giving IT teams the endurance headroom needed for logging, caching, and transactional workloads over its service life.
4. Its 20nm MLC NAND provides a balanced combination of performance consistency, endurance, and data integrity, making it better suited to business-critical applications than lower-end client flash.
5. A typical latency of 55 µs helps reduce storage wait time at the application layer, improving transaction responsiveness and delivering more predictable QoS in consolidated server deployments.
For the Intel enterprise SSD series that includes MPN SSDSC2BX800G4 (800 GB), the nearest capacity options are typically: lower_capacity: 400 GB higher_capacity: 1.2 TB Capacity positioning analysis: In this product family, the 800 GB model sits in the sweet spot between the 400 GB and 1.2 TB options. Compared with 400 GB, it gives much better headroom for OS growth, log retention, swap space, and moderate application data without forcing early capacity expansion. Compared with 1.2 TB, it usually delivers a better balance of usable capacity, acquisition cost, and enterprise-grade performance consistency. It is especially well suited for mid-sized virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and utility volumes for about 40 to 60 mixed-workload virtual machines.
Q: Is SSDSC2BX800G4 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 3 DWPD endurance, 5300 TBW, 20nm MLC NAND, and 55 µs typical latency, SSDSC2BX800G4 is well suited for write-intensive database and enterprise server workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 3 drive writes per day (DWPD). For an 800 GB drive, that equals about 2.4 TB of writes per day during the warranty period.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected outages, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability in enterprise and transactional environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is typically recommended for this SSD in performance-critical server environments, as it balances redundancy and write performance. RAID 1 or RAID 5 may suit different capacity needs.