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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 7450 PRO |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 16 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | U.3 15mm |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 176-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1750 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 5000 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 1400 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 52000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 82000 |
| Average Latency | 80 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 7450 PRO 960GB (MTFDKCC960TFR-1BC4ZABYY) is a strong fit for read-centric virtualization hosts, boot/storage tiers in hyperconverged infrastructure, and CDN edge nodes that need PCIe Gen4 responsiveness with controlled endurance, combining 5000 MB/s read throughput with 52K/82K random read/write IOPS in a compact 1 DWPD profile. Built on 176-layer 3D TLC NAND and rated for 1750 TBW, it delivers a balanced cost-to-endurance point for mainstream enterprise deployments where low latency, predictable mixed-workload behavior, and better infrastructure density matter more than overprovisioning for heavy write-intensive use cases.
With an endurance rating of 1,750 TBW and 1 DWPD, the MTFDKCC960TFR-1BC4ZABYY is designed to handle writing its full 960 GB capacity every day across its warranty life, which is more than sufficient for typical OS, application, logging, and general enterprise read-centric workloads. In practical terms, for a system drive or boot/storage device under normal daily use, this level of endurance provides long-term write headroom and can support many years of stable operation without endurance-related concern. This model also includes power-loss protection, which helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and improving recovery confidence in server environments. Its enterprise-class UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, indicates a very low uncorrectable bit error rate and strong overall reliability, making it a dependable choice for business-critical deployments.
1. The PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe design, paired with top-tier streaming bandwidth, accelerates data-intensive tasks such as large database scans, backup windows, and analytics ingestion.
2. Its strong random-read capability helps virtualized clusters and OLTP platforms return small-block data faster, improving VM density and transaction responsiveness under mixed workloads.
3. The low typical latency reduces storage wait time for latency-sensitive applications, helping enterprise databases and real-time services deliver more consistent QoS.
4. With an endurance profile suited to one full drive rewrite per day, it is well aligned with read-centric and mixed-use enterprise deployments that need predictable lifespan and lower replacement risk.
5. Built on advanced 176-layer 3D TLC NAND, the drive balances capacity, performance, and reliability, making it a cost-efficient choice for mainstream data center storage tiers.
Within this series, the next lower capacity is 480GB and the next higher capacity is 1.92TB. The 960GB model sits at the portfolio sweet spot: it offers noticeably more headroom than 480GB for OS images, logs, patches, and growth buffers, reducing early capacity pressure in always-on enterprise environments. Compared with 1.92TB, it preserves nearly the same class of enterprise performance while delivering a more efficient cost-per-deployment balance. In practice, it is well suited for medium-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and utility volumes for roughly 40–60 general-purpose virtual machines.
Q: Is MTFDKCC960TFR-1BC4ZABYY suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1 DWPD, 1750 TBW, 176-layer 3D TLC NAND, and low 80 µs typical latency, this SSD is well suited for mixed and moderately write-heavy database server workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 1 drive write per day, meaning the full 960GB capacity can be written once daily throughout the warranty period within the specified endurance limits.
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, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and system reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1, 10, or 5 can be selected depending on performance, capacity, and redundancy goals. For database and enterprise workloads, RAID 10 is commonly recommended for balanced performance and protection.