Cisco SN840 7.60 TB Solid State Drive – 2.5" Internal – U.2

Experience enterprise-grade storage with the Cisco SN840 7.60 TB SSD, a 2.5-inch internal U.2 drive built for reliability, efficiency, and scalable performance in server environments. This hot-swappable, energy-conscious SSD delivers ample capacity and rigorous endurance to support data-intensive workloads while minimizing total cost of ownership. Designed for data centers and large deployments, the SN840 combines Cisco’s reliability with modern solid-state storage to accelerate applications, databases, virtualization, and analytics while reducing downtime and maintenance effort.

• Massive capacity for data-heavy workloads: The Cisco SN840 delivers 7.60 TB of solid-state storage in a compact 2.5-inch form factor, enabling large-scale databases, virtualization, analytics, backups, and content repositories to reside on a single drive. This expansive capacity helps reduce rack density and simplify storage planning, all while maintaining enterprise-grade performance under sustained load.
• 2.5" U.2 form factor, hot-pluggable: Engineered for standard enterprise server bays, the SN840 fits easily into U.2 backplanes and hot-swap rails. Its hot-pluggable design minimizes downtime during maintenance or upgrades, ensuring critical services remain online while drives are replaced or expanded. Compatible with Cisco server ecosystems and management workflows for seamless integration.
• Energy-efficient and reliable: Built with power-conscious design principles, the SN840 prioritizes energy efficiency without compromising performance. This helps data centers lower operating costs and reduce heat output, contributing to cooler data center environments and longer equipment lifespans. Reliability is reinforced by Cisco’s enterprise-focused engineering and tested endurance for demanding workloads.
• Server-grade reliability and warranty: Crafted for continuous operation in mission-critical environments, the SN840 pairs enterprise-grade components with a 3-year warranty for peace of mind. Data integrity safeguards and robust construction support long-term deployments, reducing maintenance interruptions and safeguarding business continuity.
• Seamless integration with Cisco ecosystems: The SN840 is designed to integrate smoothly with Cisco servers, backplanes, and storage management tools. Its deployment supports Cisco orchestration, monitoring, and firmware update workflows, delivering a unified experience across Cisco hardware and software ecosystems.

Technical Details of Cisco SN840 7.60 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 7.60 TB
• Drive type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: U.2
• Hot-pluggable: Yes
• Warranty: 3 years
• Supported environments: Server-grade enterprise systems
• Power characteristics: Energy-efficient design for data centers

How to install Cisco SN840 7.60 TB Solid State Drive

Install the Cisco SN840 SSD into a compatible server by following these steps to ensure proper seating, connectivity, and operation:

• Power down the server completely and unplug it from the power source. Ground yourself to prevent static discharge.
• Open the server chassis and locate an available 2.5-inch U.2 drive bay or backplane slot designed for hot-swappable drives.
• Remove the drive sled or carriage if required, then insert the SN840 into the bay, aligning the U.2 connector with the backplane or motherboard interface.
• Secure the drive using the appropriate screws or sled mechanism. Attach the U.2 data and power cables as specified by your server backplane guidelines.
• Close the chassis and reconnect power. Power on the server and enter BIOS/UEFI to confirm the drive is detected and enumerated correctly.
• If necessary, initialize the new drive in the operating system’s storage manager, create a volume, and format it according to your workload requirements. Check for any available firmware updates and apply them per Cisco guidance.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What capacity does the Cisco SN840 offer? A: It provides 7.60 TB of solid-state storage, suitable for large databases, virtualized environments, and data-intensive applications.
• Q: Is this drive hot-swappable? A: Yes. It is designed for hot-pluggable operation in supported server environments to minimize downtime during maintenance.
• Q: What form factor and interface does it use? A: It uses a 2.5-inch form factor with a U.2 interface, compatible with standard enterprise backplanes and Cisco server hardware.
• Q: What warranty comes with the drive? A: The SN840 ships with a 3-year warranty from Cisco.
• Q: Is the drive suitable for data centers? A: Yes. It is designed for enterprise server workloads with energy-efficient operation and reliability suitable for data-center deployments.