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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | PM1653 |
| Capacity | 30.72 TB |
| Usage Class | Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | SAS 24Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 24 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND 128-layer 3D TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 56064 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 4300 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 2400 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 800000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 135000 |
| Average Latency | 90 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2.5 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZILG30THBLA-00A07 |
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Compared with the earlier MZILG30THBLA-00A07 revision, the MZILG30THBLA-00B07 delivers the PM1653 platform in its latest 30.72 TB form factor, combining 24Gb/s SAS bandwidth with up to 4,300/2,400 MB/s and 800,000/135,000 IOPS for a clear step up over legacy 12Gb/s enterprise SAS SSD deployments. Its standout value is bringing that higher-interface performance together with 56,064 TBW of 1 DWPD endurance on Samsung 128-layer V-NAND TLC, making it a strong choice for capacity-dense transactional databases and mixed-read virtualization clusters that need maximum SAS lane efficiency.
With an endurance rating of 56,064 TBW and 1 DWPD, this SSD is designed to sustain one full drive write per day across its rated life, which translates to 56.064 PB of total data written. In typical enterprise use—especially as a system, boot, or read-intensive application drive—this level of endurance provides ample headroom for long-term operation and can comfortably support many years of stable service. For enterprise reliability, the integrated Power Loss Protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and protects metadata integrity if power is interrupted unexpectedly, reducing the risk of corruption and unplanned recovery events. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 and MTBF of 2.5 million hours further indicate a highly dependable platform, delivering extremely low unrecoverable bit error rates and strong long-run operational reliability for business-critical environments.
1. The SAS 24Gb/s interface, paired with strong sequential read bandwidth, helps enterprise arrays move large databases, backups, and analytics datasets faster while preserving the dual-port availability and proven manageability expected in mission-critical storage.
2. Its random read capability is built for highly concurrent virtualization, OLTP, and metadata-heavy workloads, allowing more users and transactions to be served without bottlenecking on small-block access.
3. A 1 DWPD endurance rating makes it a practical fit for read-intensive to mixed-use enterprise deployments, giving IT teams predictable lifespan and lower replacement risk under daily production writes.
4. Samsung V-NAND 128-layer 3D TLC provides a balanced combination of density, power efficiency, and cost control, enabling higher rack-level capacity without sacrificing enterprise-grade reliability.
5. The typical latency profile supports faster application response times and steadier QoS, which is especially valuable for latency-sensitive databases, virtual desktops, and real-time service platforms.
Lower-capacity reference: 15.36 TB Higher-capacity reference: 61.44 TB Capacity positioning analysis: In this SSD family, 30.72 TB sits at the practical sweet spot. Compared with 15.36 TB, it gives much more headroom for data growth, longer refresh cycles, and better rack-level density without changing the expected enterprise-class sequential throughput or random IOPS profile. Compared with 61.44 TB, it avoids the premium of the very highest capacity tier and usually delivers a stronger cost-per-deployment balance while keeping performance essentially in the same band. It is especially well suited for mid-to-large virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 150 to 250 mixed enterprise VMs.
Q: Is MZILG30THBLA-00B07 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: It can support database workloads, but with 1 DWPD it is better suited for mixed-use rather than highly write-intensive environments. For sustained write-heavy databases, a higher-endurance enterprise SSD is usually recommended.
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 30.72 TB drive write per day during its warranty period, aligned with its 56,064 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 in enterprise systems 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 10 is typically recommended for performance-sensitive and business-critical workloads, balancing speed and redundancy. RAID 5 or 6 may also work for capacity-focused use cases, depending on rebuild and write requirements.