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| Brand | Samsung |
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| Model | PM893 Series |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise Data Center / Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 7mm |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V6 (128-layer) 3D V-NAND TLC |
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| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1752 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
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| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 30000 |
| Average Latency | 140 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2.0 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7L3960HCJR-00A07 |
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Compared with the earlier MZ7L3960HCJR-00A07, the MZ7L3960HCJR-00AMV refreshes the 960GB PM893 with Samsung V6 128-layer 3D V-NAND TLC, delivering a stronger SATA balance of up to 550/520 MB/s sequential throughput, 98,000/30,000 IOPS, and 1 DWPD with 1,752 TBW endurance. Its unique value is giving legacy SATA server and storage platforms a near-interface-limit performance profile with enterprise-grade write endurance, making it a particularly solid choice for boot volumes, read-centric virtualization clusters, and mixed-use edge servers that need dependable longevity without a PCIe migration.
With an endurance rating of 1,752 TBW and 1 DWPD, the MZ7L3960HCJR-00AMV is designed to handle writing its full capacity once per day throughout its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical enterprise OS, boot, and read-intensive application workloads. In practical terms, for use cases such as a system drive, virtualization boot volume, or general-purpose server storage with normal write levels, this endurance provides long-term peace of mind and can comfortably support many years of stable operation. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes Power Loss Protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and prevents metadata corruption if power is unexpectedly interrupted. Its UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, reflects a very low probability of unrecoverable read errors and a high level of operational dependability expected in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface enables straightforward drop-in deployment across widely installed enterprise server and storage platforms, minimizing upgrade friction and preserving compatibility with legacy backplanes.
2. With sequential read performance of 550 MB/s, this drive accelerates boot storms, large file retrieval, and analytics dataset loading in read-intensive business environments.
3. Delivering up to 98,000 random read IOPS, it supports highly responsive access to small-block data in virtualized workloads, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy applications.
4. Rated for 1 DWPD, the drive provides dependable day-after-day write endurance for mainstream enterprise workloads without overinvesting in unnecessary high-endurance capacity.
5. Built on Samsung V6 128-layer 3D V-NAND TLC and paired with a typical latency of 140 µs, it balances density, cost efficiency, and consistently low response times for scale-out data center operations.
Lower-capacity reference: 480GB Higher-capacity reference: 1.92TB The 960GB model sits at the sweet spot of this series. Compared with the 480GB version, it provides much better headroom for OS growth, application updates, logs, and moderate data expansion, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 1.92TB version, it usually delivers the best balance between acquisition cost, usable space, and enterprise-class performance that remains broadly similar across capacities. It is especially well suited for mid-scale deployments, such as shared boot and application storage for about 40 to 60 virtual servers or a compact business database cluster.
Q: Is MZ7L3960HCJR-00AMV suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes, it can support database workloads, but with 1 DWPD and 1752 TBW, it is better suited for mixed-use or moderate write environments rather than highly write-intensive database servers.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated at 1 DWPD, meaning it can handle one full 960GB drive write per day throughout its 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 reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 1, RAID 10, or RAID 5/6 may be used depending on performance and redundancy needs. For database or business-critical workloads, RAID 10 is commonly the preferred recommendation.