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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | DC S4500 Series |
| Capacity | 480GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise Data Center / Mixed Use |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | Intel 3D NAND TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 950 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 500 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 330 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 72000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 33000 |
| 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 | SSDSC2BB480G7 |
|---|
The Intel DC S4500 480GB (SSDSC2KG480G7R) is a strong generational upgrade over SSDSC2BB480G7, moving to Intel 3D NAND TLC while increasing endurance from the prior 0.3 DWPD / 275 TBW class to 1 DWPD / 950 TBW for substantially longer life in read-centric data center deployments. With 500/330 MB/s throughput and 72,000/33,000 IOPS over SATA 6Gb/s, it delivers higher sustained enterprise value for boot, caching, and dense virtualization tiers by combining better random-write capability with much stronger write endurance than the previous generation.
With an endurance rating of 950 TBW, the SSDSC2KG480G7R can sustain approximately 260 GB of host writes per day for 10 years, which is well above the write volume of a typical OS, boot, or general-purpose enterprise system drive. In practical procurement terms, this means the drive is a low-risk choice for read-intensive and mainstream mixed workloads, offering long service life under normal operating conditions. Its built-in power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and improving system recovery confidence. An UBER of 1.0E-17 means an exceptionally low probability of unrecoverable bit errors, which is an important enterprise-class safeguard for data integrity in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA interface ensures broad drop-in compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, making refresh projects simpler and less disruptive.
2. Its strong sequential read performance accelerates large-file access and backup restore workflows, helping data-intensive applications start and recover faster.
3. High random read capability improves responsiveness for virtualized environments, databases, and boot-heavy workloads where many small requests hit the drive at once.
4. Built for one full drive write per day, it provides the endurance profile enterprises need for steady mixed-use deployments without overpaying for write-heavy media.
5. Intel 3D TLC NAND paired with very low typical latency delivers a balanced mix of capacity efficiency, predictable QoS, and fast application response in read-centric business systems.
Lower capacity reference: 240GB Higher capacity reference: 960GB The 480GB model sits at the sweet spot of this SSD family. Compared with the 240GB version, it gives much better headroom for OS images, logs, application binaries, and steady data growth, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 960GB version, it delivers a more balanced acquisition cost while keeping enterprise-class sequential throughput and random IOPS at a very similar level for mainstream workloads. This makes 480GB especially suitable for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 25 to 40 virtual machines.
Q: Is SSDSC2KG480G7R suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support write-intensive database workloads. With 1 DWPD, 950 TBW, low 36 µs latency, and Intel 3D NAND TLC, it is suitable for mixed and sustained 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 DWPD, meaning it can handle one full 480GB drive write per day throughout its warranty period, aligning with its 950 TB total endurance rating.
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 power interruptions, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1, RAID 10, or RAID 5 can be considered depending on performance and redundancy goals. For database and business-critical workloads, RAID 10 is typically the preferred recommendation.