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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5400 PRO |
| Capacity | 480GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.5 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1314 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 30000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 5400 PRO 480GB is purpose-built for read-intensive to mixed-use SATA deployments such as CDN edge nodes, virtualization boot pools, and server read cache tiers, combining 540/520 MB/s throughput with 95K/30K IOPS to deliver stronger application responsiveness than typical entry enterprise SATA SSDs. With 1.5 DWPD, 1314 TBW endurance, and enterprise-grade 3D TLC NAND, it offers a distinctly higher write-life margin for always-on infrastructure where SATA compatibility, predictable latency, and long service life matter more than raw NVMe bandwidth.
With an endurance rating of 1314 TBW and 1.5 DWPD, the MTFDDAK480TGA-1BC1ZTAYY is designed to handle sustained write activity well beyond typical client or boot-drive usage. In practical terms, for common OS, application, and mixed business workloads, this level of endurance supports long-term deployment with ample margin, making it a dependable system drive choice for many years of operation. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and maintain drive integrity during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption or incomplete writes. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 indicates an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, while the 3 million hour MTBF further reflects a design focused on high availability and dependable operation in professional environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface, paired with top-end sequential throughput for this bus, enables a drop-in upgrade path for legacy enterprise servers without requiring a backplane or controller overhaul.
2. Strong sequential read performance helps accelerate OS imaging, backup restores, and large dataset access, reducing wait time for streaming and read-heavy business workloads.
3. High random read capability supports fast response under mixed VM and database access patterns, improving transaction concurrency and user experience in latency-sensitive applications.
4. A 1.5 DWPD endurance rating gives IT teams the confidence to run steady daily write activity over the drive’s service life, making it suitable for mainstream enterprise workloads with predictable wear behavior.
5. 3D TLC NAND combined with microsecond-class typical latency delivers a balanced mix of capacity, responsiveness, and cost efficiency for always-on data center deployments.
Lower capacity reference: 240GB Higher capacity reference: 960GB In this drive family, 480GB is the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 240GB model, it gives much better space headroom for OS images, logs, patches, and moderate application growth, reducing early capacity pressure without changing the expected enterprise-class performance profile. Compared with 960GB, it preserves nearly the same read/write and random IOPS characteristics while offering a more cost-efficient entry point and better budget discipline at scale. It is especially well suited for a mid-sized virtualization cluster, such as hosting boot and utility volumes for around 40 to 60 business application instances.
Q: Is MTFDDAK480TGA-1BC1ZTAYY suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1.5 DWPD, 1314 TBW endurance, 3D TLC NAND, and PLP support, this 480GB SATA SSD is suitable for mixed-use and moderately write-heavy database server workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 1.5 full drive writes per day. For a 480GB SSD, that equals about 720GB of writes daily, matching its 1314 TBW endurance over a standard 5-year period.
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 sudden outages, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability for databases, virtualization, and other enterprise workloads.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For most server deployments, RAID 1 or RAID 10 is recommended, as both provide strong redundancy and solid performance. RAID 10 is usually preferred for write-intensive database and virtualization environments.