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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5100 PRO |
| Capacity | 240GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D eTLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 2.5 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1100 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 250 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 93000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 37000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 5100 PRO 240GB (MTFDDAK240TCB) is best suited for write-intensive boot, logging, and metadata tiers in SATA-based servers and edge appliances, where its 2.5 DWPD rating and 1,100 TBW deliver unusually high endurance for a 240GB class drive. Compared with typical entry and mainstream SATA SSDs at this capacity, it combines enterprise-grade 3D eTLC reliability with strong low-latency performance up to 93,000/37,000 IOPS, making it a better fit for sustained mixed-workload operation rather than simple read-mostly storage.
With an endurance rating of 1100 TBW, the MTFDDAK240TCB is designed to handle a very high volume of writes over its service life, far beyond the demands of typical boot, OS, and application-drive workloads. In practical terms, that is enough for roughly 300 GB of host writes per day for 10 years, so for common system-disk use cases it offers substantial long-term endurance headroom. For enterprise reliability, 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 recovery confidence. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 indicates an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, and combined with a 3 million hour MTBF, it supports the high data integrity and operational stability expected in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface ensures broad compatibility with existing enterprise server and storage backplanes, enabling cost-efficient SSD upgrades without platform redesign.
2. Its 540 MB/s sequential read performance accelerates large-file access, helping databases, VM images, and backup datasets load faster in production environments.
3. The 93,000 random read IOPS capability supports highly responsive transaction processing, reducing storage bottlenecks in virtualization and read-intensive application workloads.
4. With a 2.5 DWPD endurance rating, this drive is built for sustained daily write pressure, making it a reliable fit for mixed-use enterprise workloads with frequent data updates.
5. 3D eTLC NAND provides a strong balance of endurance, consistency, and cost efficiency, giving data centers dependable SSD performance for always-on business operations.
Lower capacity: 120GB Higher capacity: 480GB In this product family, the 240GB model is the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 120GB version, it gives much better headroom for OS images, logs, patch growth, and overprovisioning, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure in always-on enterprise workloads. Compared with the 480GB option, it preserves nearly the same sequential throughput and random IOPS profile while delivering a more efficient cost-per-node for broad rollout. It is best suited for small to mid-sized virtualization clusters, such as boot and utility storage for about 40 to 60 mixed-use virtual machines.
Q: Is MTFDDAK240TCB suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 3D eTLC NAND, 2.5 DWPD endurance, and 1,100 TBW, the MTFDDAK240TCB is well suited for write-intensive database workloads requiring strong reliability and sustained enterprise write performance.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 2.5 full drive writes per day. For a 240GB SSD, that equals about 600GB of writes daily, aligning closely with its 1,100TB 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 outages, reducing corruption risk and improving data integrity in enterprise and transaction-based environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For most enterprise deployments, RAID 1 or RAID 10 is recommended for the best balance of redundancy, performance, and rebuild safety. RAID choice should still match capacity and workload requirements.