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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | 883 DCT |
| Capacity | 240GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise |
| Host Interface | SATA |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | TLC V-NAND |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.8 |
| Total Bytes Written | 346 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 560 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 320 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 14000 |
| Average Latency | 55 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7KM240HAGR |
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The Samsung 883 DCT 240GB (MZ-7LH240NE) is a read-optimized SATA datacenter SSD that stands out in space-constrained server tiers by combining TLC V-NAND efficiency with 560/320 MB/s performance, 98,000/14,000 IOPS, and 346 TBW endurance at 0.8 DWPD. Compared with the previous-generation MZ7KM240HAGR, it brings a newer V-NAND platform with a stronger balance of read-centric throughput, SATA efficiency, and usable write endurance for boot, web, and edge-cache workloads.
With an endurance rating of 346 TBW, the MZ-7LH240NE can sustain about 95 GB of host writes per day for 10 years, which is well above the write volume of a typical OS, boot, or edge system drive. In practical terms, for normal system-disk and read-heavy business workloads, this endurance level provides long-term headroom and should not be a concern in day-to-day deployment. Its power-loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption and improving operational safety in enterprise environments. An UBER of 1.0E-17 means an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, supporting high data integrity, while the 2-million-hour MTBF further reflects a design intended for dependable continuous operation.
1. The SATA interface enables drop-in compatibility with mainstream enterprise servers and storage arrays, simplifying refresh projects without requiring PCIe backplane changes.
2. Its 560 MB/s sequential read performance accelerates backup restores, log scanning, and large file access in read-centric business workloads.
3. With 98,000 K IOPS random read capability, the drive sustains responsive performance for virtual desktops, OLTP queries, and heavily indexed database lookups.
4. Rated for 0.8 DWPD, it is well suited to enterprise environments with steady daily write activity, balancing usable endurance with lower storage cost per workload.
5. Built on TLC V-NAND with a typical latency of 55 µs, the drive delivers dense flash economics while helping applications respond quickly and consistently under enterprise read pressure.
Lower capacity reference: None in the standard MZ-7LH enterprise SATA lineup; 240GB is the entry capacity for this series. Higher capacity reference: 480GB Capacity positioning analysis: The 240GB model sits at the practical sweet spot of the MZ-7LH family. Compared with lower-capacity enterprise boot SSDs, it gives noticeably more headroom for OS growth, logs, patching, and light application data, reducing early capacity pressure. Compared with the 480GB version, it preserves essentially the same enterprise SATA performance profile while keeping acquisition cost and power budget tighter. This makes it a strong fit for small-to-mid virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot volumes for roughly 40 to 60 lightweight virtual machines.
Q: Is MZ-7LH240NE suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: The MZ-7LH240NE can support moderate database workloads, but for heavily write-intensive servers, its 0.8 DWPD makes it better suited to mixed-use rather than sustained write-heavy applications.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This SSD is rated for 0.8 DWPD, meaning it can handle about 0.8 full drive writes per day over its warranty period, aligned with its 346 TBW endurance specification.
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 outages, reducing corruption risk and improving storage reliability.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID recommendation depends on your workload. For performance and redundancy balance, RAID 10 is commonly preferred; for capacity-efficient protection, RAID 5 or RAID 6 may also be considered.