| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | PM883 |
| Capacity | 1.92 TB |
| Usage Class | Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND 64-layer TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 2733 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 28000 |
| Average Latency | 120 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7LH1T9HMLT-00AH3 |
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Compared with the earlier MZ7LH1T9HMLT-00AH3 revision, the MZ7LH1T9HMLT0D3 represents a later PM883 build that pairs Samsung 64-layer V-NAND TLC with 2,733 TBW and 1.3 DWPD, giving architects a more endurance-focused 1.92 TB SATA option for long-life enterprise deployments. Its 550/520 MB/s sequential performance and 98,000/28,000 IOPS random throughput make it a strong fit for boot, logging, and scale-out read-centric server tiers where SATA compatibility, predictable latency, and high write tolerance matter more than a move to NVMe.
With an endurance rating of 2733 TBW and 1.3 DWPD, the MZ7LH1T9HMLT0D3 is built to handle very substantial write activity over its service life, equivalent to writing about 2.7 petabytes of data before reaching its rated endurance limit. In typical real-world use such as an OS, boot, or general enterprise read-centric workload, this level of endurance is comfortably sufficient for long-term deployment and can support many years of worry-free operation. Its enterprise-class reliability is reinforced by power loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and mapping tables during an unexpected power interruption, reducing the risk of corruption or incomplete writes. The UBER specification of 1.0E-17 indicates an extremely low unrecoverable bit error rate, while the 2 million hour MTBF further supports dependable operation in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6Gb/s interface and 550 MB/s sequential read speed make this drive a drop-in upgrade for existing enterprise servers, accelerating OS boot, database scans, and bulk data retrieval without requiring a platform refresh.
2. With 98,000 random-read IOPS, the SSD sustains fast access to small-block data, helping virtualized workloads and high-concurrency databases respond more consistently under peak demand.
3. Rated at 1.3 DWPD, it provides the write endurance needed for mixed-use enterprise environments, reducing replacement risk in systems that are updated heavily every day.
4. Samsung 64-layer TLC V-NAND balances density, power efficiency, and reliability, giving data centers a cost-effective way to scale capacity while maintaining enterprise-grade flash behavior.
5. The 120 µs typical latency supports quicker transaction handling and tighter application response times, which is especially valuable for latency-sensitive services and real-time business operations.
Lower capacity: 960 GB Higher capacity: 3.84 TB Capacity positioning analysis: In this series, 1.92 TB is the practical sweet spot. Compared with the 960 GB model, it gives much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning flexibility, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 3.84 TB version, it keeps acquisition cost and $/workload under tighter control while delivering essentially the same enterprise-class sequential and random performance profile. This makes 1.92 TB especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for roughly 40 to 60 general-purpose virtual machines.
Q: Is MZ7LH1T9HMLT0D3 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 1.3 DWPD, 2733 TBW endurance, 120 µs typical latency, and enterprise Samsung 64-layer V-NAND TLC, it is suitable for moderately write-intensive database and transactional workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 1.3 full drive writes per day. For a 1.92 TB SSD, that equals about 2.5 TB of writes daily across the specified 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 sudden outages, which is critical for preventing corruption and maintaining storage consistency in enterprise systems.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is commonly recommended for database and mixed write workloads, balancing performance and redundancy. For capacity-focused deployments, RAID 5 or RAID 6 may also be considered, depending on rebuild tolerance.