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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | RealSSD C400 |
| Capacity | 512GB |
| Usage Class | Client |
| Host Interface | SATA |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 1.8 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 25nm MLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | |
| Total Bytes Written | 72 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 500 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 260 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 45000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 30000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 1.2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | No |
The Micron RealSSD C400 MTFDDAA512MAR is a strong fit for read-intensive boot, VDI, and application-cache tiers that need high-capacity SATA storage, combining 500 MB/s sequential read performance with 45,000/30,000 IOPS random throughput in a 512GB footprint. Its 25nm MLC NAND and 72 TB endurance give it a more balanced mix of capacity, responsiveness, and write tolerance than typical client-class SATA SSDs in the same generation, making it a practical choice where consistent low-latency service matters more than peak write bandwidth.
With an endurance rating of 72 TBW, the MTFDDAA512MAR is well suited for typical OS, boot, and general business application workloads where daily write volume is relatively modest. In practical terms, for light-duty client or embedded use, this level of endurance supports many years of stable service and provides comfortable margin for a system drive under normal operating conditions. From a reliability standpoint, the drive’s 1.0E-15 UBER means the expected unrecoverable bit error rate is one error per 10^15 bits read, which is a standard indicator of dependable data integrity during normal operation, while the 1.2 million-hour MTBF further supports confidence in long-term stability. This model does not include power-loss protection, so it is best deployed in environments with controlled shutdown procedures or upstream power safeguards, especially for applications where in-flight write protection is important.
1. The SATA interface, paired with 500 MB/s sequential read performance, provides a stable and cost-efficient upgrade path for enterprise boot, logging, and read-centric storage workloads without requiring PCIe infrastructure changes.
2. With 45,000 K IOPS in random read performance, this drive helps virtualized environments and database platforms respond faster under highly fragmented access patterns, improving application concurrency and user experience.
3. Rated for [dwpd] DWPD, the SSD is built to sustain consistent daily rewrite pressure in enterprise environments, making it suitable for always-on services with predictable endurance planning.
4. Built on 25nm MLC NAND, the drive balances stronger write endurance and data retention than consumer-grade flash, supporting long-life deployment in business-critical systems.
5. A typical latency of [latency] µs helps reduce storage response time at the transaction level, which is valuable for latency-sensitive enterprise applications that depend on predictable I/O behavior.
Lower capacity reference: 256GB Higher capacity reference: 1TB In this enterprise SSD family, the 512GB model sits at the sweet spot for mainstream deployment. Compared with the 256GB version, it gives much better headroom for OS images, logs, patches, and application growth, reducing early capacity pressure. Compared with the 1TB option, it delivers nearly the same enterprise-class read/write and random IOPS behavior while keeping acquisition cost and fleet-wide budget under tighter control. It is best suited for mid-scale infrastructure, such as shared boot and application storage for about 40 to 60 virtualized business workloads.
Q: Is MTFDDAA512MAR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: MTFDDAA512MAR is generally not ideal for a write-heavy database server. Its 72TB TBW, SATA interface, 25nm MLC NAND, and lack of PLP make it better for lighter mixed workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: Based on 512GB capacity and 72TB total endurance, it supports about 0.08 full drive writes per day over a typical 5-year warranty, which equals roughly 80GB of writes daily.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: No, this model does not include power loss protection. PLP is critical in enterprise environments because it helps prevent in-flight data loss and reduces metadata corruption during unexpected power failures.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For this SSD, RAID 1 or RAID 10 is usually recommended when redundancy and stable performance matter. For write-intensive environments, avoid parity-heavy RAID levels that increase write amplification.