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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 1100 |
| Capacity | 256GB |
| Usage Class | Client |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.26 |
| Total Bytes Written | 120 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 530 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 500 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 55000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 83000 |
| Average Latency | 85 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 1.5 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 1100 MTFDDAK256TBN is best suited for read-centric server boot, virtualization boot-image, and edge content-delivery nodes that need SATA compatibility with consistent low-latency performance, delivering up to 530/500 MB/s sequential throughput and 55K/83K IOPS in a compact 256GB footprint. Its 3D TLC NAND and 120 TBW endurance make it a stronger choice than typical client-grade SATA SSDs for always-on infrastructure roles, where predictable mixed-read responsiveness and controlled write wear matter more than raw capacity.
With an endurance rating of 120 TBW and 0.26 DWPD, the MTFDDAK256TBN is well suited for typical read-centric and mixed office workloads, including use as an OS or boot drive. In practical terms, this level of endurance is sufficient for many standard business systems to operate reliably for up to 10 years under normal daily write volumes. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and maintain drive integrity if power is interrupted unexpectedly. Its 1.0E-15 UBER specification means the risk of an unrecoverable bit error is extremely low, supporting dependable data handling in professional environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface, paired with 530 MB/s sequential read speed, provides a drop-in upgrade for legacy server platforms and accelerates OS boot, VM imaging, and large-file retrieval without requiring PCIe infrastructure changes.
2. With 55,000 random read IOPS, this drive sustains responsive access to small-block data, making it well suited for read-focused databases, virtual desktop pools, and metadata-heavy enterprise workloads.
3. A typical latency of 85 µs helps reduce storage wait time at the application layer, improving transaction consistency and user responsiveness in latency-sensitive services.
4. Rated at 0.26 DWPD, the endurance profile aligns best with read-centric enterprise deployments where predictable data access matters more than heavy daily overwrite cycles.
5. Built on 3D TLC NAND, the drive balances capacity, power efficiency, and cost, giving data centers a practical medium for scaling mainstream enterprise storage at controlled TCO.
For MPN MTFDDAK256TBN, a practical lower-capacity reference in the same series is 128GB, and a higher-capacity reference is 512GB. In this product family, sequential read/write and random IOPS are generally positioned in the same enterprise performance tier across these capacities, so the main difference is usable space and cost efficiency rather than a major speed gap. At 256GB, this SSD sits at the sweet spot of the series. Compared with the 128GB model, it offers noticeably better space headroom for OS images, logs, metadata, and growth over time, reducing early capacity pressure. Compared with the 512GB version, it keeps acquisition cost and budget density under tighter control while still delivering essentially the same enterprise-class performance profile. This makes 256GB especially suitable for small to mid-sized virtualization clusters, edge servers, or database boot and utility volumes serving roughly 20 to 40 lightweight application instances.
Q: Is MTFDDAK256TBN suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: MTFDDAK256TBN is generally not ideal for write-heavy database workloads. With 0.26 DWPD and 120 TBW, it is better suited for read-intensive, mixed-use, or light-write enterprise applications.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This SSD is rated for 0.26 drive writes per day, meaning about a quarter of its full 256GB capacity can be written daily over the warranty period within specification.
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 failure, which is critical for data integrity, consistency, and enterprise system reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1 or RAID 10 is typically recommended, depending on capacity and performance needs. These levels provide redundancy and strong reliability, which are usually more important than maximum usable capacity.