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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 1300 |
| 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 | |
| Total Bytes Written | 150 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 530 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 58000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 87000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 1.5 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | No |
The Micron 1300 256GB (MTFDDAK256TDL-1AW1ZABYY) is a strong fit for read-intensive boot, VDI image, and edge-cache workloads that need SATA compatibility but near-interface-limit throughput, delivering up to 530/520 MB/s sequential performance and 58K/87K IOPS random performance from efficient 3D TLC NAND. With 150 TBW endurance in a compact 256GB point, it offers a well-balanced upgrade path for legacy SATA platforms where architects want predictable client and light mixed-workload responsiveness without moving to NVMe infrastructure.
With an endurance rating of 150 TBW, the MTFDDAK256TDL-1AW1ZABYY can sustain about 150 terabytes of total data writes over its service life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS boot, office productivity, and light application workloads. In practical terms, for system-drive usage with moderate daily writes, this level of endurance supports long-term, worry-free operation and is well aligned with mainstream commercial deployments. From a reliability perspective, the specified UBER of 1.0E-15 indicates a very low unrecoverable bit error rate, helping ensure strong data integrity during normal read operations. This model does not include onboard power-loss protection (PLP), so it is best deployed in systems with stable power conditions or upstream power safeguards, while still benefiting from an MTBF of 1.5 million hours for dependable day-to-day operation.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface provides broad drop-in compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, enabling cost-efficient upgrades without changing existing backplanes or controller infrastructure.
2. With sequential read performance up to 530 MB/s, this drive accelerates large file access, OS image distribution, and backup restore workflows in read-heavy data center environments.
3. Delivering 58,000 random read IOPS, it improves responsiveness for virtualized workloads, boot storms, and metadata-intensive applications that depend on fast small-block access.
4. Rated for [dwpd] DWPD, the endurance profile supports sustained enterprise write activity, helping maintain reliability and predictable service life under always-on production workloads.
5. Built with 3D TLC NAND and a typical latency of [latency] µs, the drive balances capacity, cost efficiency, and consistent low-delay access for latency-sensitive business applications.
Lower capacity reference: 128GB Higher capacity reference: 512GB Within this Micron enterprise SSD family, the 256GB model sits at the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 128GB version, it gives meaningfully better headroom for OS images, logs, metadata, and application growth, reducing early capacity pressure. Compared with the 512GB option, it preserves most of the same enterprise-class sequential and random performance characteristics while keeping acquisition cost and fleet budgeting tighter. This makes 256GB especially well suited for compact virtualization clusters, edge nodes, or database boot/data-cache tiers across roughly 30 to 50 server instances.
Q: Is MTFDDAK256TDL-1AW1ZABYY suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: This 256GB SATA 3D TLC SSD is better suited for read-intensive or mixed workloads. For a write-heavy database server, its 150 TBW endurance and lack of PLP make it less ideal.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: Based on 150 TBW and 256GB capacity, the drive supports about 586 full writes total. Assuming a 5-year warranty, that equals roughly 0.32 drive writes per day.
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 systems because it helps prevent in-flight data loss and metadata corruption during unexpected power interruptions.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For this SSD, RAID 1 or RAID 10 is generally recommended for better redundancy and stable performance. RAID 5 or 6 may add write overhead, which is less suitable here.