Description
Dell 960 GB Solid State Drive - 2.5" Internal - SAS (12Gb/s SAS) - 3.5" Carrier - Mixed Use
Enhance your server and workstation storage with the Dell 960 GB SAS solid state drive. Designed for mixed-use environments, this drive delivers reliable performance, energy efficiency, and scalable capacity to support demanding workloads—from virtualization and databases to data analytics and boot environments. With a compact 2.5-inch internal form factor paired with a versatile 3.5-inch carrier, it fits seamlessly into Dell servers and workstations, helping you maximize throughput while reducing latency and power consumption. Built for enterprise-grade reliability, this SSD optimizes IOPS, improves random access times, and maintains consistent performance under heavy workloads.
- Performance for mixed workloads: Delivers fast read and write throughput with low latency, making it ideal for virtualization, database operations, boot storms, and large-scale data processing where consistent IOPS matter.
- Enterprise reliability and endurance: Engineered for 24/7 operation in server environments, the drive uses 512e ( Advanced Format) and robust error correction to sustain long-term durability even under demanding workloads.
- Energy-efficient design: Optimized power use reduces heat output and cooling requirements, lowering total cost of ownership while maintaining peak performance during peak demand periods.
- Flexible deployment with carrier compatibility: A 2.5-inch internal SSD mounted in a 3.5-inch carrier provides straightforward integration into Dell backplanes and hot-swap bays without sacrificing performance or reliability.
- Ample capacity for consolidating workloads: 960 GB of solid-state storage delivers substantial room for operating systems, applications, databases, and virtual machines, enabling better data organization and faster access times.
Technical Details of Dell 960 GB Solid State Drive
- Capacity: 960 GB
- Interface: SAS (12 Gb/s)
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch internal drive housed in a 3.5-inch carrier for flexible Dell server installations
- Format: 512e (Advanced format with 4K logical block size for compatibility and reliability)
- Device Support: Server and workstation environments requiring high performance and dependable storage
- Usage Profile: Mixed-use enterprise SSD designed to handle a range of workloads—from boot and application acceleration to data-intensive processing
- Power and Efficiency: Engineered for energy efficiency to help reduce cooling load and operating costs in data center deployments
- Reliability Features: Enhanced error detection, wear leveling, and endurance suitable for continuous operation in demanding environments
how to install Dell 960 GB Solid State Drive
- Power down the server or workstation and disconnect all power sources. Open the chassis and locate the drive bays compatible with a 3.5-inch carrier.
- Place the Dell 960 GB SSD into the 3.5-inch carrier, ensuring the connectors align properly and the drive is firmly seated in the carrier.
- Insert the carrier with the SSD into an available 3.5-inch or compatible backplane slot. Secure the carrier to prevent movement during operation.
- Connect the SAS data and power cables to the backplane or controller, following your system’s wiring diagram. Confirm a snug fit to avoid intermittent connections.
- Power on the system and enter the RAID/Controller BIOS if applicable. Initialize the new drive or add it to an existing array or pool depending on your storage strategy.
- Within the operating system or storage management software, format the drive and assign a volume or logical drive. Configure any TRIM or housekeeping settings supported by the controller to maintain long-term performance.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What capacity does this drive offer? A: The Dell SSD provides 960 GB of usable storage space, suitable for hosting operating systems, applications, and data with room to spare for growth.
- Q: What interface does the drive use? A: It uses a SAS 12 Gb/s interface for fast, reliable data transfer and compatibility with enterprise backplanes and controllers.
- Q: Is this drive suitable for Dell servers and workstations? A: Yes. It is designed for mixed-use deployments in Dell server and workstation environments, including backplanes and carriers that support 2.5-inch drives in a 3.5-inch carrier.
- Q: What does 512e format mean for this SSD? A: 512e is an industry-standard format that uses 4K logical blocks with 512-byte compatibility at the physical layer, enabling better error correction, compatibility, and performance across modern systems.
- Q: Can this drive help reduce energy consumption? A: yes. The drive is engineered with power-efficient operation to lower overall energy use and cooling requirements in data-center deployments.
- Q: How should I configure this drive in a RAID environment? A: Depending on your workload, initialize the drive in the controller's BIOS and add it to a RAID array or storage pool. Align partitions appropriately and enable any performance-enhancing features offered by the controller, such as write caching and tiering options.
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