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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5400 PRO |
| Capacity | 7680GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA III |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 7mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.6 |
| Total Bytes Written | 8410 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 11000 |
| 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 7.68TB (MTFDDAK7T6TGA-1BC15ABYYR) is a strong fit for mixed-read enterprise SATA deployments such as virtualization clusters, boot/storage tiers, and edge content servers, combining 3D TLC endurance of 8,410 TBW with reliable 540/520 MB/s throughput in a high-capacity 7.68TB form factor. Compared with typical same-class SATA SSDs, it stands out by pairing near-interface-limit sequential performance with 95K random read IOPS and a PRO-grade 0.6 DWPD rating, making it a more durable and capacity-efficient choice where SATA infrastructure must be retained.
With an endurance rating of 8,410 TBW and 0.6 DWPD, the MTFDDAK7T6TGA-1BC15ABYYR is designed to sustain substantial write activity over its service life, making it well suited for typical enterprise system, boot, and mixed-read workloads. In practical terms, for a system-drive role or other moderate daily-write applications, this level of endurance supports many years of stable operation and can comfortably cover a long deployment cycle under normal usage patterns. For enterprise reliability, built-in power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and protects metadata integrity if power is interrupted unexpectedly, reducing the risk of corruption during sudden outages. Its ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 3-million-hour MTBF, indicates a very high standard of data integrity and operational dependability expected in business-critical storage environments.
1. The SATA III interface ensures broad compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, enabling cost-efficient upgrades without changing existing infrastructure.
2. With sequential read performance of 540 MB/s, this SSD accelerates boot storms, large file access, and backup restore operations in read-focused enterprise environments.
3. Its random read capability of 95,000 K IOPS supports highly responsive access to small-block data, making it well suited for virtualized workloads, metadata-heavy applications, and busy database lookups.
4. Rated at 0.6 DWPD, the drive is optimized for mixed and read-centric duty cycles where dependable endurance is needed without overpaying for write-heavy media.
5. Built with 3D TLC NAND, it balances capacity, performance, and reliability to deliver enterprise-class flash economics for large-scale deployment.
Lower capacity: 3840GB Higher capacity: 15360GB At 7680GB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the family. Compared with the 3840GB model, it offers much better headroom for data growth, denser VM placement, and longer refresh cycles without changing the platform or giving up the same enterprise-class read/write and random IOPS profile. Compared with the 15360GB option, it delivers a more balanced acquisition cost, lower overprovisioning risk, and easier capacity matching for mainstream deployments. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for roughly 150 to 250 business workloads.
Q: Is MTFDDAK7T6TGA-1BC15ABYYR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: It can support mixed-use database workloads, but with 0.6 DWPD it is not ideal for highly write-intensive databases. For sustained heavy writes, a higher-endurance enterprise SSD would be recommended.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated at 0.6 DWPD, meaning it can handle about 0.6 full drive writes per day over the warranty period, consistent with its 8410 TBW endurance 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 outages, reducing the risk of corruption and improving reliability in enterprise environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on your goal. RAID 1 or RAID 10 is best for performance and redundancy, while RAID 5 or RAID 6 may suit capacity-focused deployments.