3.84TB U.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 Enterprise Pro EP750 SSD

The 3.84TB U.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 Enterprise Pro EP750 SSD is engineered for today’s data-centric environments. Built on the reliable Axiom EP750 Series, this U.2 NVMe SSD harnesses the full power of PCIe Gen4 to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency for demanding enterprise workloads. With blazing fast random read throughput and advanced hardware acceleration, the EP750 is designed to reduce latency, accelerate data-intensive applications, and support mission-critical databases, virtualization, and high-transaction environments. Whether you’re optimizing a private cloud, accelerating analytics, or modernizing your data center storage tier, the EP750 offers enterprise-grade capabilities that scale with your needs.

• The EP750 leverages PCIe Gen4 to push beyond the performance limits of older generations, enabling higher sequential throughput and significantly lower latency for I/O-heavy workloads.
• 3.84TB of robust capacity: A dense mid-range capacity option in an enterprise U.2 form factor, designed to handle large databases, virtual machines, and storage pools without frequent refreshes.
• Up to one million IOPS for random read: Engineered to deliver exceptional random read performance, the EP750 reduces latency in mixed and read-heavy workloads, helping databases and analytics applications respond in real time.
• U.2 NVMe form factor for data-center compatibility: The U.2 interface and 2.5-inch form factor fit into traditional enterprise backplanes and server storage arrays, simplifying deployment in existing infrastructure.
• Hardware-accelerated I/O operations: Built-in hardware acceleration optimizes I/O processing, improving latency and sustained throughput under load, and enabling more consistent performance for demanding workloads.

Technical Details of 3.84TB U.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 Enterprise Pro EP750 SSD

• Capacity: 3.84TB
• Form Factor: U.2 (2.5-inch) NVMe SSD
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe protocol
• Performance highlights: Up to 1,000,000 IOPS (4K random read); high sequential throughput subject to host and workload
• Endurance and reliability: Enterprise-grade reliability designed for sustained workloads in data-center environments

how to install 3.84TB U.2 PCIe Gen4 x4 Enterprise Pro EP750 SSD

Installing the EP750 is straightforward in any data-center or enterprise server that supports U.2 NVMe drives. Follow these best practices to ensure a smooth deployment and optimal performance:

1. Prepare the system: Power down the server and disconnect power. Verify that your host platform supports U.2 NVMe drives (SFF-8639) and that the motherboard, backplane, or storage enclosure is configured for NVMe devices.
2. Physically install the drive: Use a compatible hot-swap bay or drive tray to mount the EP750 securely. Connect the drive to the U.2 backplane or NVMe backplane with the appropriate SFF-8639 cables or backplane connectors. Ensure the connector is firmly seated to avoid intermittent connectivity.
3. Power and BIOS/firmware checks: Reconnect power and boot into the server BIOS. Enable NVMe support if required and verify that the newly installed drive is recognized. Update server firmware or BIOS if newer NVMe support or performance improvements are available.
4. Initialize in the operating system: Once the OS boots, initialize the drive using your preferred storage management tools. Create required namespaces or volumes, assign drive letters or mount points, and format with the appropriate filesystem for your workload (for example, Linux ext4/xfs or Windows NTFS).\n
5. Optimize and secure: Apply any recommended firmware updates from the vendor, configure enterprise features such as write caching policies, and implement appropriate backup and disaster recovery policies. Monitor drive health and performance with your preferred monitoring tools to ensure continued reliability.

Frequently asked questions

Q: What is the EP750 SSD?

A: The EP750 is a 3.84TB U.2 NVMe SSD in the Enterprise Pro line designed for high-performance data-center workloads. It uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface and delivers substantial random read performance, with hardware acceleration to optimize I/O operations for demanding applications.

Q: How many IOPS does it deliver?

A: It supports up to approximately one million IOPS for random reads, making it well-suited for latency-sensitive databases, analytics, and virtualization workloads.

Q: What form factor and interface does it use?

A: It uses a U.2 2.5-inch form factor compatible with standard enterprise backplanes, deskside storage enclosures, and NVMe-enabled servers. The interface is PCIe Gen4 x4 with NVMe support for high throughput and low latency.

Q: Is this drive suitable for enterprise environments?

A: Yes. The EP750 is built for enterprise reliability and sustained performance, intended for workloads with heavy I/O, such as databases, virtual machines, large-scale analytics, and mission-critical applications. It is designed to handle long, continuous operation in data centers.

Q: How should I install and maintain the EP750?

A: Install the drive in a compatible U.2 slot/backplane, verify BIOS/NVMe support, initialize and format in the OS, and apply firmware updates as recommended by the manufacturer. Regular health monitoring and firmware maintenance are advised to maintain peak performance and reliability.