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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | PM1653 Series |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise Data Center / Read Intensive |
| Host Interface | SAS 24Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 24 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 15mm |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V6 (128-layer) 3D V-NAND TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1752 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 4300 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 2100 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 800000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 85000 |
| Average Latency | 110 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2.0 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZILT960HCHQ |
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Compared with the predecessor MZILT960HCHQ, the MZILG960HCHQ in the PM1653 Series advances to a next-generation 24Gb/s SAS platform and delivers up to 4300/2100 MB/s with 800,000/85,000 IOPS, giving existing SAS enterprise environments a clear generational uplift in throughput and transactional responsiveness. Its 960GB capacity, 1 DWPD endurance, 1752 TBW, and Samsung V6 128-layer 3D V-NAND TLC make it a particularly strong fit for virtualization clusters, OLTP databases, and mixed read/write business-critical workloads that need higher SAS performance without sacrificing predictable endurance.
With an endurance rating of 1,752 TBW and 1 DWPD, the MZILG960HCHQ is designed to handle writing its full 960GB capacity every day throughout its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical enterprise boot, system, and mixed read/write workloads. In practical terms, for common OS, application, and server system-disk usage, this level of endurance provides long-term peace of mind and can comfortably support many years of normal operation without endurance becoming a concern. For enterprise reliability, the drive includes Power Loss Protection (PLP), which helps preserve in-flight data and protects metadata integrity during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption and unplanned downtime. Its UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, reflects a very low uncorrectable bit error rate and strong overall reliability, making it a dependable choice for business-critical storage environments.
1. The SAS 24Gb/s interface provides dual-port, enterprise-grade connectivity that improves high-availability storage design and enables non-disruptive operation in mission-critical server environments.
2. Its strong sequential read performance accelerates large-block workloads such as backup restores, data warehouse scans, and media streaming, helping reduce job completion time in throughput-heavy applications.
3. The high random read capability supports dense virtualization, online transaction processing, and metadata-intensive platforms by sustaining fast access under heavily concurrent small-block workloads.
4. With a 1 DWPD endurance profile built on Samsung V6 128-layer 3D V-NAND TLC, the drive is well suited for mixed-use enterprise deployments that need a practical balance of write durability, capacity efficiency, and predictable lifecycle cost.
5. The low typical latency helps shorten application response time and stabilize QoS, which is especially valuable for databases, real-time analytics, and latency-sensitive cloud services.
Lower capacity reference: 480GB Higher capacity reference: 1.92TB At 960GB, this SSD sits in the sweet spot of the product family. Compared with the 480GB model, it offers much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning, reducing the risk of early capacity pressure. Compared with the 1.92TB option, it keeps acquisition cost and fleet-level budget under tighter control while delivering essentially the same enterprise-class sequential and random performance profile. In practice, 960GB is a strong fit for medium-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 business workloads.
Q: Is MZILG960HCHQ suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: It can support mixed-use database workloads, but for truly write-heavy servers, 1 DWPD is moderate. We generally recommend higher-endurance models if sustained intensive writes are expected.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This SSD is rated for 1 DWPD, meaning about one full 960GB drive write per day during its warranty period, aligned with the specified 1752 TBW endurance rating.
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 enterprise reliability, consistency, and reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: RAID 10 is commonly recommended for performance-sensitive and write-intensive applications, while RAID 5 or RAID 6 may suit capacity-focused environments. The best choice depends on workload and redundancy requirements.