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| Brand | Micron |
|---|---|
| Model | 6550 ION |
| Capacity | 30720GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | PCIe Gen5 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 32 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | E3.S |
|---|
| NAND Flash | 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 14000 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 14000 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 7000 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 2000000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 70000 |
| Average Latency | 70 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2.5 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
The Micron 6550 ION 30.72TB (MTFDLBQ30T7THL-1BK1DFCYYR) is purpose-built for read-intensive, capacity-dense deployments such as AI data lakes, CDN edge caches, and large-scale object storage, combining 14,000 MB/s sequential read throughput with 2,000,000 random read IOPS over PCIe Gen5 NVMe. Compared with typical mainstream enterprise SSDs in the same endurance class, its 30.72TB 3D TLC design delivers far higher storage density per slot while still sustaining 14,000 TBW, making it a strong choice when maximizing rack-level capacity and read performance matters more than high write endurance.
With an endurance rating of 14,000 TBW and 0.3 DWPD, the MTFDLBQ30T7THL-1BK1DFCYYR is designed to handle steady, write-intensive enterprise use over its intended service life. In typical server and storage workloads, this level of endurance means the drive can comfortably serve as a system or boot drive for many years, with ample write headroom for long-term daily operation. For reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and unplanned recovery events. Its UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2.5 million-hour MTBF, indicates enterprise-class data integrity and operational stability, giving buyers greater confidence in deployment for business-critical environments.
1. The PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface provides a next-generation data path that removes storage bottlenecks in GPU servers, high-core-count databases, and dense virtualization platforms.
2. Its sequential read performance enables ultra-fast movement of large datasets, significantly shortening AI model load times, backup restores, and analytics scan windows.
3. Its random read capability supports extremely high concurrency, helping transactional databases and large-scale cloud applications sustain responsive service under heavy parallel access.
4. Built with 3D TLC NAND and tuned for a light daily overwrite profile, this drive delivers an efficient balance of capacity, cost, and durability for read-intensive enterprise deployments.
5. The low typical latency helps accelerate small-block access and reduces tail-response delays, which is critical for real-time analytics, metadata services, and latency-sensitive front-end workloads.
Lower-capacity reference in the same family: 15.36TB Higher-capacity reference in the same family: 61.44TB Capacity positioning analysis: At 30.72TB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the series. Compared with the 15.36TB model, it offers much better headroom for data growth, denser rack-level storage, and fewer drive slots consumed for the same usable capacity. Compared with the 61.44TB option, it delivers a more balanced point between acquisition cost, endurance planning, and performance consistency, while keeping enterprise-class sequential throughput and random IOPS broadly in line. It is especially well suited for mid-to-large virtualization clusters, scale-out databases, and high-density all-flash storage nodes.
Q: Is MTFDLBQ30T7THL-1BK1DFCYYR suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: This model is better suited for read-intensive or mixed workloads. With 0.3 DWPD and 14,000 TBW, it may not be the best choice for highly write-heavy database environments.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 0.3 drive writes per day, meaning it can support about 30% of its full 30.72TB capacity in 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 power failure, which is critical for data integrity and enterprise 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 needs. For database and enterprise workloads, RAID 10 is commonly recommended for balanced protection and speed.