| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 2100AT |
| Capacity | 64GB |
| Usage Class | Automotive |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen3 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 8 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | BGA |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.43 |
| Total Bytes Written | 30 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 250 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 45000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 30000 |
| Average Latency | 85 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 3 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 2100AT 64GB (MTFDHBL064TDQ-1AT12ATYY) is best suited for server boot, hypervisor image, and embedded edge-control workloads where low-capacity NVMe storage must deliver fast startup and responsive small-block access, with 45K/30K random IOPS and 550/250 MB/s throughput. Compared with typical SATA boot SSDs in the same capacity class, it provides materially lower latency and higher IOPS while maintaining 3D TLC reliability with 30 TBW endurance, making it a stronger fit for always-on infrastructure nodes.
With an endurance rating of 30 TBW, the MTFDHBL064TDQ-1AT12ATYY can sustain a total of 30 terabytes of host writes over its service life, which is more than sufficient for typical boot-drive, OS, and read-focused embedded workloads. In practical terms, for systems with light to moderate daily writes, this level of endurance supports many years of stable operation and makes it a dependable choice as a system drive. Its built-in Power Loss Protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption and improving system robustness. The specified UBER of 1.0E-16 means an extremely low uncorrectable bit error rate, providing enterprise-class data integrity and helping ensure highly reliable read performance throughout deployment.
1. The PCIe Gen3 NVMe interface provides low-overhead, parallel data access that helps enterprise servers respond faster than legacy storage architectures in virtualized and mixed-workload environments.
2. With 550 MB/s sequential read performance, this SSD supports smooth boot acceleration, rapid file retrieval, and consistent throughput for read-focused business applications.
3. Delivering 45,000 K IOPS in random reads, it is well suited for metadata-heavy workloads such as OLTP databases, VM farms, and high-concurrency application servers.
4. Rated at 0.43 DWPD, the drive is optimized for read-centric enterprise deployments where predictable endurance and lower total cost of ownership matter more than intensive daily overwrites.
5. Built with 3D TLC NAND and a typical latency of 85 µs, it balances storage density, cost efficiency, and fast response times for scalable data center performance.
Within the same SSD family, the closest lower capacity is 32GB and the closest higher capacity is 128GB. For enterprise SSDs in this class, sequential read/write performance and random IOPS are typically very similar across these three capacities, with only minor variation under sustained workloads. At 64GB, this model sits at a practical sweet spot in the lineup. Compared with 32GB, it gives noticeably better space headroom for OS images, logs, metadata, and overprovisioning flexibility. Compared with 128GB, it preserves nearly the same enterprise-class performance profile while keeping acquisition cost and capacity overbuild under tighter control. It is well suited for small virtualization clusters, edge servers, or boot and cache tiers for roughly 20 to 30 light-duty infrastructure nodes.
Q: Is MTFDHBL064TDQ-1AT12ATYY suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: MTFDHBL064TDQ-1AT12ATYY is generally not ideal for write-heavy database servers. With 0.43 DWPD and 30 TBW, it is better suited for read-intensive, boot, cache, or light mixed-workload applications.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This SSD is rated at 0.43 DWPD, meaning it can sustain about 0.43 full drive writes per day during its warranty period. For a 64GB model, that equals roughly 27.5GB of writes daily.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection (PLP). This is critical because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during sudden power failure, reducing corruption risk and improving system reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on the application. RAID 1 is commonly suggested for OS or boot reliability, while RAID 10 is preferred for better performance and redundancy in business-critical environments.