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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 5400 PRO |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| 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 | 1.5 |
| Total Bytes Written | 2628 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 95000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 33000 |
| 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 960GB (MTFDDAK960TGA-1BC16ABYYR) is an excellent fit for SATA-based virtualization hosts, edge servers, and database boot/log volumes that need stronger write endurance, pairing 1.5 DWPD and 2628 TBW with near-interface-limit performance of 540/520 MB/s and up to 95K/33K IOPS. Compared with typical read-optimized SATA SSDs in the same class, this model delivers a more durable 3D TLC platform for mixed read/write duty cycles, making it the better choice where service life consistency matters as much as steady latency.
With an endurance rating of 2628 TBW and 1.5 DWPD, the MTFDDAK960TGA-1BC16ABYYR is designed to sustain heavy daily write activity across its service life, making it well suited for read/write-intensive enterprise workloads. In typical deployment as an OS boot drive, virtualization host drive, or general server system disk, this level of endurance translates into many years of worry-free operation and is more than sufficient for long-term continuous use under normal business workloads. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and protects metadata integrity if power is suddenly interrupted, reducing the risk of corruption during unexpected shutdowns. Its 1.0E-17 UBER and 3 million hour MTBF indicate a very low uncorrectable bit error rate and strong long-term dependability, giving buyers added confidence in data integrity and platform stability.
1. The SATA III interface enables broad server and storage-array compatibility, making it ideal for seamless drop-in upgrades in legacy enterprise platforms without changing the backplane.
2. Its sequential read performance helps shorten OS boot, VM provisioning, and large-file retrieval times, improving responsiveness in content delivery and backup restore workflows.
3. Strong random read capability accelerates small-block access patterns common in databases, virtual desktop infrastructure, and metadata-heavy applications, reducing user-perceived lag under concurrency.
4. With enterprise-grade write endurance, the drive can handle sustained daily full-capacity rewrites across its service life, supporting mixed-workload environments with predictable reliability.
5. Built on 3D TLC NAND, it delivers a practical balance of capacity, cost efficiency, and endurance, making it well suited for mainstream enterprise storage tiers.
Lower-capacity reference: 480GB Higher-capacity reference: 1.92TB In this SSD family, the 960GB model is the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 480GB version, it offers much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning without changing the familiar enterprise-class sequential throughput or random IOPS profile. Compared with the 1.92TB option, it preserves nearly the same day-to-day performance characteristics while keeping acquisition cost and fleet-wide budget under tighter control. This makes 960GB especially well suited for mid-density virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 business workloads.
Q: Is MTFDDAK960TGA-1BC16ABYYR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1.5 DWPD, 2628 TBW, 3D TLC NAND, and enterprise features like PLP, it is suitable for write-intensive database workloads requiring consistent endurance and reliable SATA performance.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1.5 full drive writes per day. For a 960GB SSD, that equals about 1.44TB of writes daily throughout the warranty 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 unexpected outages, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability for enterprise and transactional applications.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID recommendation depends on your priority. RAID 1 or RAID 10 is commonly recommended for databases, as they provide strong redundancy, solid performance, and better fault tolerance.