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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | PM883 |
| Capacity | 480GB |
| Usage Class | Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6.0 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
|---|
| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1.3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 683 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 24000 |
| Average Latency | 120 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7KM480HMHQ |
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The Samsung PM883 480GB (MZ7LH480) is a strong generational step beyond the MZ7KM480HMHQ, combining newer Samsung V-NAND TLC with 683 TBW and 1.3 DWPD to deliver a better endurance-per-dollar profile for mainstream enterprise SATA deployments. With 550/520 MB/s sequential throughput and up to 98,000/24,000 IOPS, it is especially well suited for read-heavy virtualized servers, boot/storage tiers, and scale-out application nodes that need predictable SATA performance with lower cost than higher-end mixed-use drives.
With an endurance rating of 683 TBW and 1.3 DWPD, the MZ7LH480 is built to handle sustained daily write activity far beyond a typical OS, boot, or general application drive workload. In practical terms, under normal enterprise system-disk or read-intensive server use, this level of endurance supports many years of dependable operation without endurance becoming a concern. For reliability, the drive includes power-loss protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and mapping information during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption or incomplete writes. Its ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17 and 2 million-hour MTBF reflect enterprise-class data integrity and long-term stability, giving buyers added confidence for business-critical deployments.
1. The SATA interface enables straightforward drop-in deployment across widely installed enterprise server and storage platforms, making capacity upgrades low-risk and operationally efficient.
2. Its strong sequential read performance helps accelerate backup restores, VM image access, and large-file delivery in read-heavy data center workloads.
3. High random read capability supports faster response for virtual desktops, OLTP databases, and metadata-intensive applications serving many small requests at once.
4. This endurance profile is well suited for mixed-use enterprise environments that require consistent daily write activity without sacrificing service life or replacement planning.
5. Samsung V-NAND TLC combined with low latency delivers a balanced mix of density, predictable responsiveness, and dependable QoS for always-on business applications.
Lower capacity reference: 240GB Higher capacity reference: 960GB At 480GB, the MZ7LH480 sits in the sweet spot of this enterprise SSD family. Compared with the 240GB model, it offers much better headroom for OS images, logs, patches, and moderate application growth, reducing early capacity pressure in long-life deployments. Compared with the 960GB model, it keeps acquisition cost and per-node storage budgets under tighter control while delivering essentially the same enterprise-class sequential and random performance profile. It is especially well suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as boot and utility storage for about 30 to 50 lightweight virtual machines.
Q: Is MZ7LH480 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: The MZ7LH480 can support mixed-use database workloads, but for highly write-heavy servers, its 1.3 DWPD rating may be limiting. It is better suited for balanced performance, reliability, and moderate write intensity.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 1.3 drive writes per day, meaning the full 480GB capacity can be written about 1.3 times daily throughout its warranty period, with total endurance rated at 683 TBW.
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 unexpected power failure, reducing corruption risk and improving reliability in enterprise environments.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For most enterprise applications, RAID 10 is the recommended choice, especially for databases. It provides strong read/write performance, redundancy, and faster rebuild behavior compared with RAID 5 or RAID 6.