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| Brand | Samsung |
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| Model | PM893 |
| Capacity | 960 GB |
| Usage Class | Enterprise/Read-Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 3.0 6Gb/s |
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| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 inch 7mm |
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| NAND Flash | Samsung V6 (128L) TLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 1 |
| Total Bytes Written | 1752 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 30000 |
| Average Latency | 100 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7LH960HAJR-00007 |
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Compared with the previous-generation MZ7LH960HAJR-00007, the Samsung PM893 MZ7L3960HCJR-00W07 moves to newer Samsung V6 128-layer TLC NAND while sustaining SATA-limit performance at 550/520 MB/s and up to 98K/30K IOPS, giving architects a clearer upgrade path for legacy 2.5-inch SATA servers. With 1 DWPD and 1,752 TBW at 960 GB, it is a stronger fit for boot, virtualization, and read-centric database tiers that need higher endurance consistency and lower replacement risk than older enterprise SATA SSDs.
With an endurance rating of 1,752 TBW and 1 DWPD, the MZ7L3960HCJR-00W07 is designed to handle writing its full capacity once per day throughout its rated service life, which is more than sufficient for typical server boot, OS, and read-intensive enterprise workloads. In practical terms, under normal system-disk or mainstream business application usage, this level of endurance supports many years of stable operation with ample write margin and low concern about premature wear. For enterprise reliability, built-in Power Loss Protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and protect mapping information during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of data corruption and unplanned recovery events. Its UBER of 1.0E-17 and 2 million-hour MTBF indicate a very low uncorrectable bit error rate and strong long-term dependability, giving procurement teams added confidence for business-critical deployments.
1. The SATA enterprise interface enables drop-in compatibility with legacy server and storage platforms, making it a cost-efficient upgrade path for expanding capacity without changing backplanes or controller architecture.
2. Its strong sequential read performance accelerates large-file access, helping analytics nodes, media repositories, and backup recovery jobs move data with minimal wait time.
3. High random read capability supports dense virtualization and database lookup workloads, sustaining responsive performance when many users or applications hit the drive at once.
4. The endurance rating is tuned for read-centric enterprise deployments, giving operators predictable lifespan and lower replacement risk in boot, cache, and content-serving tiers.
5. Samsung’s mature high-layer TLC NAND, paired with low typical latency, delivers a balanced mix of capacity, reliability, and fast response time for consistently smooth application behavior in always-on data center environments.
Lower capacity reference: 480 GB Higher capacity reference: 1.92 TB In this series, the 960 GB model sits at the sweet spot for mainstream enterprise deployment. Compared with the 480 GB version, it offers much better headroom for OS growth, application updates, logs, and overprovisioning, reducing capacity pressure in always-on environments. Compared with the 1.92 TB option, it delivers a more attractive balance of acquisition cost, usable capacity, and near-identical performance characteristics for typical enterprise workloads. It is especially well suited for medium-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 business service instances.
Q: Is MZ7L3960HCJR-00W07 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: It can support mixed or moderate write database workloads, but for strongly write-heavy database servers, 1 DWPD may be limiting. We usually recommend higher-endurance enterprise SSDs for sustained heavy writes.
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, aligned with its 1752TB 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 because it helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during sudden outages, reducing corruption risk and improving enterprise data integrity.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: For enterprise use, RAID 1, RAID 10, or RAID 5/6 may be chosen depending on performance, redundancy, and capacity goals. RAID 10 is often preferred for database workloads.