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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | D3-S4520 Series |
| Capacity | 1.92TB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise Data Center / Mixed Use |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 (U.2) 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | Intel 144-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 8800 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 510 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 88000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 28000 |
| Average Latency | 36 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2.0 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2KB019T8 |
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Compared with the previous-generation SSDSC2KB019T8, the SSDSC2KB019TZR in Intel’s D3-S4520 Series advances the 1.92TB SATA platform with Intel 144-layer 3D TLC, delivering a stronger mix of endurance and consistency through 1 DWPD, 8,800 TBW, and sustained 550/510 MB/s performance. For read-centric enterprise workloads such as boot, web, and analytics tiers, its 88,000/28,000 IOPS profile and high write endurance make it a more durable and operationally resilient choice than typical same-class SATA SSDs.
With an endurance rating of 8,800 TBW and 1 DWPD, the SSDSC2KB019TZR is built to handle sustained write activity over its service life and is more than sufficient for typical enterprise system-disk, boot, and mixed-application workloads. In practical terms, under normal server usage it can support many years of daily operation with substantial write headroom, giving buyers confidence that the drive will not be a wear-out concern in standard deployments. For enterprise reliability, integrated power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve data in flight and protects metadata integrity if power is interrupted unexpectedly, 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 operational dependability expected in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface enables drop-in deployment across mainstream enterprise backplanes, making it ideal for cost-efficient server refreshes and broad platform compatibility.
2. With sequential read performance of 550 MB/s, the drive accelerates boot storms, database snapshots, and large file retrieval in read-focused infrastructure.
3. Its 88,000 random-read IOPS capability helps virtualized workloads and metadata-heavy applications respond faster under highly concurrent access patterns.
4. Rated for 1 DWPD, the SSD provides the endurance profile enterprises need for steady daily write activity without overpaying for unnecessary write headroom.
5. Built with Intel 144-layer 3D TLC NAND, it balances density, power efficiency, and predictable reliability for scalable data center storage deployments.
Lower capacity reference: 960GB Higher capacity reference: 3.84TB Capacity positioning analysis: In this series, 1.92TB is the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 960GB model, it provides much better headroom for OS images, logs, hot data, and future growth, reducing early capacity pressure in production deployments. Compared with the 3.84TB model, it usually keeps nearly the same enterprise SATA performance profile while offering a more attractive cost-per-drive and easier budget control. That makes 1.92TB a balanced choice for mid-scale virtualization, such as a 3-node cluster hosting around 60 to 80 general-purpose virtual machines.
Q: Is SSDSC2KB019TZR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support write-intensive database workloads. With 1 DWPD, 8,800 TBW, low 36 µs typical latency, and Intel 144-layer 3D TLC NAND, it fits demanding enterprise write environments.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1 drive write per day, meaning the full 1.92TB capacity can be written daily throughout its warranty period, within the specified endurance limits.
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 data integrity for enterprise and transactional workloads.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is commonly recommended for this SSD in performance-critical environments, as it balances speed, redundancy, and rebuild efficiency. RAID 1 or RAID 5 may also suit different capacity priorities.