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| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Model | DC S4600 |
| Capacity | 960 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise/Mixed-Use |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
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| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 5800 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 500 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 490 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 72000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 65000 |
| Average Latency | 40 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | SSDSC2KG960G701 |
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Compared with SSDSC2KG960G701, the SSDSC2KG960G7 is the newer-generation DC S4600 option, combining 3 DWPD and 5,800 TBW endurance with SATA-saturating 500/490 MB/s throughput and up to 72,000/65,000 IOPS for a stronger mixed-workload profile. Its distinctive value in the 960 GB SATA class is delivering near-interface-limit performance without sacrificing write endurance, making it a better fit than legacy enterprise SATA drives for write-intensive virtualization, caching, and database logging tiers.
With an endurance rating of 5,800 TBW and 3 DWPD, the SSDSC2KG960G7 is built for sustained write-intensive enterprise use and can handle frequent full-drive rewrites throughout its service life. In typical server or system-disk workloads, this level of endurance is more than sufficient for many years of stable operation, giving buyers confidence that the drive will comfortably support long-term deployment without premature wear concerns. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and maintain metadata integrity if power is interrupted unexpectedly. Its ultra-low uncorrectable bit error rate of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, indicates a highly dependable design suitable for business-critical environments where data integrity and uptime are essential.
1. The SATA interface makes this drive a drop-in upgrade for mainstream enterprise backplanes, while its top-end sequential throughput helps accelerate OS boot, log replay, backups, and large-file ingestion without requiring PCIe infrastructure changes.
2. Its strong random-read capability is well suited for virtualization clusters, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy workloads where fast access to many small blocks improves VM responsiveness and query efficiency.
3. With an endurance profile built for multiple full-drive rewrites every day, it fits write-intensive enterprise use cases such as caching tiers, transaction logging, and mixed-workload servers that demand predictable lifespan under sustained pressure.
4. The 3D TLC flash design balances capacity, cost efficiency, and enterprise-grade performance, making it a practical choice for scaling storage across data center fleets without sacrificing reliability for mainstream workloads.
5. The very low typical latency helps reduce storage wait time for latency-sensitive applications, supporting faster transaction completion and more consistent quality of service during peak demand.
For the Intel enterprise SATA SSD series that includes MPN SSDSC2KG960G7 (960 GB), the nearest capacity references are: Lower capacity: 480 GB Higher capacity: 1.92 TB At 960 GB, this model sits in the sweet spot of the series. Compared with the 480 GB version, it offers much better headroom for OS images, logs, application growth, and overprovisioning flexibility, making day-to-day capacity planning easier. Compared with the 1.92 TB option, it usually delivers the best balance between acquisition cost, usable space, and enterprise-class SATA performance, since sequential throughput and random IOPS remain broadly similar across these capacities. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, mixed database workloads, or boot and application storage for roughly 40 to 60 business servers.
Q: Is SSDSC2KG960G7 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 3 DWPD endurance, 5800 TBW, low 40 µs typical latency, and enterprise 3D TLC NAND, SSDSC2KG960G7 is well suited for write-intensive database and transactional 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 DWPD, meaning it can sustain approximately three full 960 GB drive writes per day throughout its warranty period, consistent with its 5800 TBW 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 mapping tables during unexpected outages, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability in enterprise and database environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID choice depends on your workload. RAID 10 is typically recommended for databases needing strong write performance and redundancy, while RAID 1 or RAID 5 may suit capacity-focused deployments.