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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 9200 MAX |
| Capacity | 1.6TB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 31.5 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" 15mm U.2 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 8800 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 4600 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 3800 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 84000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 210000 |
| Average Latency | μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 9200 MAX 1.6TB (MTFDHAL1T6TCU) is purpose-built for write-intensive OLTP databases, logging tiers, and high-churn virtualization clusters, combining 3 DWPD endurance with 8,800 TBW so these workloads can sustain heavy daily writes without sacrificing flash life. Compared with typical same-class Gen3 TLC enterprise SSDs, it delivers a stronger mixed-workload balance with up to 4,600/3,800 MB/s sequential throughput and 84K/210K random read/write IOPS, making it a highly effective choice where write consistency and endurance matter more than raw capacity.
With an endurance rating of 8,800 TBW and 3 DWPD, the MTFDHAL1T6TCU is built to handle heavy write activity every day, not just light boot-drive usage. In typical workloads such as operating system, application, logging, and general server storage, this level of endurance translates into many years of reliable service and provides strong headroom for long-term deployment planning. Its power-loss protection helps preserve in-flight data and mapping information during an unexpected outage, reducing the risk of corruption and improving data integrity in enterprise environments. The ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17 means uncorrectable read errors are extremely rare, giving procurement teams added confidence in the drive’s suitability for business-critical storage.
1. The PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe interface provides a low-overhead, high-bandwidth path to the CPU, helping enterprise servers accelerate virtualization, database access, and storage-intensive application response.
2. With sequential reads up to 4600 MB/s, this SSD can significantly shorten large-file ingest, backup restore, and analytics dataset loading windows in data center workflows.
3. Delivering 84,000 K random read IOPS, it is well suited for mixed enterprise workloads that depend on fast access to small scattered data blocks, such as OLTP systems and metadata-heavy platforms.
4. Rated for 3 DWPD, the drive is built for write-intensive enterprise use, giving IT teams the endurance headroom needed for logging, caching, and continuously updated transactional environments.
5. Built on 3D TLC NAND, it balances enterprise-grade capacity, performance consistency, and cost efficiency, making it a practical choice for scaling mainstream server and storage deployments.
Lower-capacity reference: 800GB Higher-capacity reference: 3.2TB In this SSD family, the 1.6TB model sits at a practical sweet spot. Compared with the 800GB version, it offers much better capacity headroom for mixed enterprise workloads, reducing early saturation risk and giving administrators more flexibility for growth, overprovisioning, and workload consolidation. Compared with the 3.2TB option, it typically delivers a more attractive cost profile while keeping performance in the same enterprise class for sequential throughput and random IOPS. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting OS and application volumes for about 40 to 60 business workloads.
Q: Is MTFDHAL1T6TCU suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. MTFDHAL1T6TCU is well suited for write-heavy database workloads, thanks to its 3 DWPD endurance, 8800 TBW rating, 3D TLC NAND, PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe interface, and PLP support.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 3 drive writes per day, meaning the full 1.6TB capacity can be written about three times daily throughout the warranty period under specified conditions.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP is critical because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during sudden power failure, reducing corruption risk and improving enterprise data integrity.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For enterprise deployment, RAID 10 is commonly recommended because it balances performance, redundancy, and rebuild efficiency. RAID choice still depends on your capacity goals, fault tolerance needs, and workload profile.