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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | D3-S4510 |
| Capacity | 480 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise/Read-Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 64-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 900 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 560 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 490 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 18000 |
| Average Latency | 36 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2KB480G8 |
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Compared with the earlier SSDSC2KB480G8, the SSDSC2KB480G801 D3-S4510 brings a newer 64-layer 3D TLC platform that strengthens long-term enterprise value with 1 DWPD and 900 TBW endurance in the same 480 GB SATA footprint. For SATA-based server refreshes, it stands out in its class by combining near-interface-limit 560/490 MB/s throughput with up to 95,000/18,000 IOPS, making it a more robust choice for boot, virtualization, and read-heavy mixed workloads.
With an endurance rating of 900 TBW and 1 DWPD, the SSDSC2KB480G801 is designed to sustain writing its full capacity once per day across its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS, boot, and mainstream business application workloads. In practical terms, for common enterprise system-disk usage with moderate daily writes, this level of endurance supports long-term, worry-free operation and can comfortably cover many years of deployment. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve data in flight and protects metadata integrity if power is suddenly interrupted. Its ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, indicates a very low likelihood of uncorrectable bit errors and supports dependable operation in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface, paired with strong sequential read performance, provides a drop-in upgrade path for enterprise servers and storage arrays that need faster data access without changing existing backplanes or controllers.
2. With up to 95,000 random read IOPS, the drive can accelerate metadata-heavy workloads such as virtualization, web hosting, and transactional database lookups by serving many small requests with minimal queue buildup.
3. A 1 DWPD endurance rating makes it well suited for read-centric and mixed-use enterprise deployments, giving IT teams predictable lifespan and lower replacement risk under steady daily write activity.
4. Built with 64-layer 3D TLC NAND, the SSD balances capacity, cost efficiency, and reliability, making it a practical choice for scaling business storage without paying a premium for heavier-endurance flash.
5. The typical latency of 36 µs helps reduce application response time and improve service consistency, which is especially valuable for latency-sensitive workloads and multi-tenant data center environments.
Lower capacity reference: SSDSC2KB240G801, 240 GB Higher capacity reference: SSDSC2KB960G801, 960 GB Capacity positioning analysis: Within this SSD family, the 480 GB SSDSC2KB480G801 sits at the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 240 GB model, it gives much healthier headroom for OS images, logs, patches, and steady data growth, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 960 GB model, it preserves nearly the same enterprise SATA performance profile while keeping acquisition cost and per-node storage budgets more disciplined. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 general-purpose virtual servers.
Q: Is SSDSC2KB480G801 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support moderately write-heavy database workloads. With 1 DWPD, 900 TBW, 64-layer 3D TLC NAND, and 36 µs typical latency, it is suitable for consistent enterprise write activity.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1 DWPD, meaning it can sustain one full 480 GB drive write per day over its warranty period, aligned with its total endurance rating of 900 TBW.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP is critical in enterprise systems because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power failure, reducing corruption and improving data integrity.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is generally recommended for this SSD in database or virtualization environments, as it balances performance, redundancy, and write efficiency better than parity-based RAID for sustained enterprise workloads.