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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 1100 |
| Capacity | 512GB |
| 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 | 240 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 530 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 500 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 92000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 83000 |
| 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 1100 MTFDDAK512TBN 512GB is a strong fit for read-intensive virtual desktop, office-client, and boot-drive deployments, combining 530/500 MB/s sequential throughput with up to 92K/83K IOPS to keep user response times consistent on SATA platforms. Compared with typical client SATA SSDs in its class, its 3D TLC NAND and 240 TBW endurance deliver a more balanced mix of capacity, sustained performance, and lifespan for high-volume fleet rollouts.
With an endurance rating of 240 TBW, the MTFDDAK512TBN can sustain writing up to 240 terabytes of data over its warranty life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS, office, and general business application workloads. In practical terms, for use as a system or boot drive in standard client or light-duty embedded environments, this level of endurance supports many years of reliable operation under normal daily write volumes. On reliability, the drive is specified with an UBER of 1.0E-15, meaning the probability of an unrecoverable bit error is extremely low and aligned with dependable SSD operation for everyday business use. This model does not include power-loss protection (PLP), so while it is well suited for read-focused and normal client workloads, applications with frequent unexpected power interruptions or in-flight write-critical data should use system-level power protection or consider a PLP-equipped SSD.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface provides broad drop-in compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, making upgrades simple and cost-efficient in legacy and mixed-infrastructure deployments.
2. With sequential reads up to 530 MB/s, the drive accelerates boot storms, image distribution, and large-file retrieval in read-focused data center workloads.
3. Delivering 92,000 random read IOPS, it helps databases, virtual desktops, and metadata-heavy applications respond faster under highly concurrent access patterns.
4. Rated for [dwpd] DWPD, this endurance profile supports sustained daily rewrites with the reliability needed for always-on enterprise workloads and predictable lifecycle planning.
5. Using 3D TLC NAND and [latency] µs typical latency, it balances cost-efficient flash density with responsive performance for virtualized environments and business-critical applications.
For MPN MTFDDAK512TBN (512GB), the closest lower-capacity reference in the same enterprise SSD family is typically 480GB, while the next higher-capacity option is typically 960GB. In this range, sequential read/write performance and random IOPS are generally very similar across capacities, which is standard for enterprise SSD product lines. The 512GB model sits at the sweet spot of the series. Compared with 480GB, it gives noticeably better capacity headroom for OS images, logs, and application growth. Compared with 960GB, it delivers a more efficient cost-to-performance balance without overprovisioning storage. It is well suited for medium virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and utility volumes for about 40 to 60 business application instances.
Q: Is MTFDDAK512TBN suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: MTFDDAK512TBN is generally not ideal for write-heavy database workloads. Its 3D TLC NAND, 240TB TBW rating, and lack of PLP make it better suited for read-focused or mixed-use environments.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: Using 240TB TBW and 512GB capacity, the endurance is about 469 full drive writes total. If the warranty is 5 years, that equals roughly 0.26 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 because it helps prevent in-flight data loss and metadata corruption during sudden outages, especially in transactional server environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For most business applications, RAID 1 or RAID 10 is recommended to balance performance, redundancy, and rebuild safety. RAID 5 may work for read-centric workloads but is less ideal for sustained writes.