Micron 5400 PRO 3.84 TB SATA SSD — 2.5-Inch Read-Intensive Data Center Drive

The Micron 5400 PRO 3.84 TB solid state drive is engineered for modern data centers that demand dependable, read‑heavy performance in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. Built on Micron’s groundbreaking 176‑layer 3D NAND technology and the proven SATA interface foundation refined over more than a decade, this drive delivers a compelling blend of capacity, efficiency, and reliability. Designed for read‑intensive workloads such as database lookups, content delivery, caching, virtual machine boot drives, and metadata storage, the 5400 PRO is optimized to accelerate data access while reducing total cost of ownership. With enterprise-grade features, robust endurance, and a scalable footprint, it integrates smoothly into existing infrastructure and supports long‑term data center reliability.

• High-capacity, 2.5-inch SATA drive: A dense 3.84 TB solution that fits standard data center bays, enabling significant capacity upgrades without changing infrastructure. The compact 2.5-inch form factor pairs with the familiar SATA interface for seamless deployment in existing servers and storage arrays.
• Read‑intensive performance for latency‑sensitive workloads: Optimized for read-dominant tasks, the drive delivers consistent throughput and low-latency data access, accelerating database read operations, caching layers, and application lookups while maintaining strong write stability for steady system responsiveness.
• 176-layer 3D NAND and enterprise‑class firmware: The 176-layer 3D NAND technology provides improved durability, higher endurance, and better data integrity. Paired with enterprise‑grade firmware, the 5400 PRO delivers reliable operation under continuous workloads, predictable performance, and robust data protection features.
• SATA/600 interface with proven data center durability: Built to work with standard SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600) environments, ensuring broad compatibility with a wide range of servers, storage controllers, and JBOD configurations while delivering steady, long‑term performance in demanding data‑center conditions.
• Efficiency, reliability, and enterprise features: Expect strong power efficiency, thermal management, and data integrity capabilities such as error correction, end-to-end data protection, and write amplification control that help maintain consistent performance and uptime across 24/7 operations.

Technical Details of Micron 5400 PRO 3.84 TB Solid State Drive

• Form factor: 2.5-inch internal SSD (7.0 mm thick)
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600)
• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• NAND technology: 176-layer 3D NAND
• Endurance and reliability: Enterprise-grade endurance designed for data-center workloads with robust data protection features and thermal stability
• Sequential performance (typical): Up to ~550 MB/s read and up to ~520 MB/s write, with strong sustained performance for read‑heavy workloads
• Random I/O characteristics: Optimized for low-latency random reads common in database lookups, caching, and virtualization metadata access
• Power and thermal management: Efficient thermal design with behavior that preserves performance under sustained operation and high-availability environments
• Data integrity and protection: ECC, error detection, and end-to-end protection to preserve data integrity in transfer and storage
• Warranty and lifecycle: Enterprise warranty with planned lifecycle support for data-center deployments

How to install Micron 5400 PRO 3.84 TB SATA SSD

• Prepare your system: Power down the server or workstation and ground yourself to prevent static discharge. Identify an available 2.5-inch drive bay and the corresponding SATA data and power connectors.
• Insert the drive: Slide the 2.5-inch SSD into the drive bay and secure it with the appropriate screws or mounting hardware. Ensure the drive is seated firmly to maintain reliable connectivity.
• Connect the cables: Attach the SATA data cable to the motherboard or controller and connect the power cable. Use a clean, short cable layout to minimize cable clutter and airflow disruption.
• Initialize and format: Power on the system and enter the operating system’s disk management utility. Initialize the new drive as needed (MBR or GPT) and create the desired partitions with appropriate file systems for your workload (for example, NTFS, ext4, XFS).
• Firmware and health check: Update to the latest Micron firmware if available and run a quick health check using the OEM or storage management tools to verify SMART attributes and overall drive health.
• Optimize and monitor: After installation, configure suitable caching, tiering, or storage policies to optimize performance. Implement ongoing monitoring for temperature, read/write patterns, and TBW against your workload expectations.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What workloads is the Micron 5400 PRO 3.84 TB best suited for?
  A: This drive is optimized for read-intensive data-center workloads, including database caching, metadata storage, content delivery, virtual machine boot drives, and other applications that require fast, predictable read access with reliable long-term operation.
• Q: What form factor and interface does this drive use?
  A: It uses a 2.5-inch form factor with a SATA 6Gb/s (SATA/600) interface, making it compatible with a wide range of servers, storage controllers, and chassis that support standard 2.5-inch SATA SSDs.
• Q: How does Micron ensure data integrity on the 5400 PRO?
  A: The drive includes enterprise-grade data integrity features such as error correction, end-to-end protection, and reliable firmware routines to maintain data accuracy during read and write operations in busy data-center environments.
• Q: Can this drive handle sustained workloads in a 24/7 environment?
  A: Yes. The 5400 PRO is designed for continuous operation with thermal management and endurance characteristics suitable for data-center work patterns that demand consistent performance over time.
• Q: Is there any warranty or support provided?
  A: Enterprise‑grade warranties and lifecycle support are offered, aligning with typical data-center procurement requirements to ensure long‑term availability and serviceability.
• Q: How does the 3.84 TB capacity benefit a data-center deployment?
  A: The large capacity allows you to consolidate workloads, reduce drive counts, and scale storage density in existing 2.5-inch bays, which helps minimize rack space, power, and cooling footprints while delivering greater total usable capacity per drive.
• Q: Are there any special initialization steps for enterprise environments?
  A: Depending on the deployment, you may enable platform-specific features such as firmware encryption, secure erase, or integration with hardware health monitoring. Always follow your organization’s security and device provisioning practices during setup.