Accortec 960 GB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-Inch Solid State Drive

The Accortec 960 GB Solid State Drive is the pinnacle of internal storage performance designed to elevate the speed and reliability of demanding computer systems. Tailored for professionals, data centers, and tech enthusiasts, this 2.5-inch SAS SSD (12Gb/s SAS) delivers rapid data transfer, consistent I/O performance, and enterprise-grade reliability in a compact form factor. Whether you are upgrading a rack-mounted server, refreshing a high-end workstation, or building a formidable storage array, this SSD is engineered to handle heavy workloads with precision and energy-efficient operation. It combines modern flash memory with a robust SAS interface to minimize latency, maximize throughput, and ensure data integrity even under sustained, multi-user access. The result is a storage solution that not only accelerates boot times and application launches but also sustains peak performance during virtualization, database transactions, real-time analytics, media rendering, and other data-intensive tasks. With this drive, you gain a scalable, low-latency backbone for your most mission-critical environments, backed by the confidence that comes with enterprise-class durability and long-term support.

• Performance you can rely on: The Accortec 960 GB SAS SSD leverages a 12Gb/s SAS interface to deliver high sustained throughput and low latency across diverse workloads. Whether you’re running large databases, virtual machines, or media workflows, the drive maintains responsiveness even under heavy I/O contention. Its flash-based architecture provides fast random access and rapid sequential reads and writes, enabling quicker data retrieval, faster backups, and smoother application performance.
• Reliability and endurance for 24/7 operation: Designed for continual operation in data centers and professional environments, this internal SSD emphasizes data integrity and endurance. Built-in error correction, wear leveling, and robust health monitoring help extend drive life and protect critical information during long-running tasks. Enterprise-grade reliability means fewer maintenance windows, better SLA adherence, and a lower total cost of ownership over the drive’s lifetime.
• Compatibility and flexible form factor: The 2.5-inch form factor fits most standard server bays, workstations, and SAS backplanes, making it an ideal upgrade for established hardware without requiring a complete system overhaul. The drive’s SAS interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of controllers and backplanes, enabling seamless integration into mixed environments and complex storage architectures. This versatility makes it suitable for boot drives, tiered storage, scratch space, and high-performance caches in both servers and high-end desktops.
• Energy efficiency and thermal management: In dense deployments, power efficiency matters as much as speed. This SSD is engineered to manage power consumption effectively while maintaining thermal stability under sustained workloads. Reduced thermal output helps maintain performance consistency, minimize throttling, and support longer hardware life in data-center racks, blade servers, and other environments where cooling capacity is at a premium.
• Ideal use cases for enterprise-grade storage: From database acceleration and virtualization to high-throughput media processing and AI-ready tasks, the Accortec 960 GB SAS SSD is purpose-built for environments that demand rapid access to data with high reliability. Use it as a fast primary storage tier in servers, a responsive OS boot drive, or a high-speed cache to accelerate complex workloads and reduce bottlenecks in storage networks.

Technical Details of Accortec 960 GB Solid State Drive

• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
• Capacity: 960 GB
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Target Use: Internal storage for enterprise servers, workstations, and data centers
• Warranty and endurance: Not specified

How to install Accortec 960 GB Solid State Drive

Installing the Accortec 960 GB SAS SSD is straightforward in any system that has a compatible SAS controller and a 2.5-inch drive bay or backplane. Follow these steps to ensure a safe and successful installation:

• Power down the host system, unplug the power cord, and ground yourself to prevent static discharge. Remove any remaining peripherals and prepare a clean workspace.
• Open the chassis and locate an available 2.5-inch drive bay or SAS backplane slot. If your system uses a hot-swap tray, detach the existing drive caddy and prepare the new SSD for installation.
• Mount the Accortec SSD into a 2.5-inch drive carrier or caddy and secure it with screws, ensuring the connectors align with the backplane or controller. If using a backplane, slide the drive into the bay until it seats firmly.
• Connect the SAS data cable and the appropriate power connection from the backplane or controller. In hot-swap configurations, verify that the drive is properly seated and recognized by the backplane before securing the chassis.
• Replace the chassis covers, reconnect power, and boot the system. Enter the BIOS/RAID controller utility to detect and initialize the new drive if needed, then format and partition it in your operating system using standard disk management tools. In some environments, you may wish to update firmware to ensure optimal compatibility and performance.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What interface does this drive use? A: It uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface for high-speed data transfer and compatibility with a wide range of enterprise controllers.
• Q: Is the drive compatible with 3rd-generation SAS backplanes? A: Yes. The 2.5-inch form factor and SAS interface are designed to work with standard SAS backplanes used in servers, storage arrays, and workstation configurations.
• Q: Can I boot from this SSD? A: In most server and workstation configurations, you can boot from an SSD like this one, provided your BIOS/UEFI and SAS controller are configured to recognize the drive as a boot device. Always verify boot order and controller settings in your system firmware.
• Q: What operating systems are supported? A: This drive is compatible with common enterprise OSes when connected to a supported SAS controller and backplane. After installation, you can format and install your preferred OS as you would with any standard internal SSD.
• Q: Are any special drivers required? A: Typically, no special drivers are needed beyond the standard storage drivers provided by the operating system and the server hardware vendor. For firmware updates or controller-specific configuration, refer to the hardware vendor’s guidance.