Micron 7450 MAX 800 GB NVMe PCIe 4.0 U.3 2.5-Inch Enterprise SSD

The Micron 7450 MAX 800 GB Solid State Drive is a pioneering storage solution engineered for high-performance data center environments. Built on advanced NAND technology and a PCIe Gen4 interface, this 2.5-inch U.3 drive is designed to deliver exceptional speed, reliability, and density for modern workloads. It combines enterprise-grade durability with a compact form factor, enabling data centers to maximize rack density without compromise. Whether you’re accelerating virtualized workloads, powering database analytics, or boosting AI inference pipelines, the 7450 MAX offers the performance you need while maintaining predictable latency and consistent throughput. Its mixed-use classification makes it a versatile option for both read-dominant and write-intensive tasks, delivering a balanced profile that helps optimize total cost of ownership across diverse data-center deployments. This drive is TAA compliant, making it suitable for government and regulated industries, while providing the kind of reliability and data protection features data centers require for 24/7 operations.

• Blazing PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe performance: The 7450 MAX leverages PCIe Gen4 x4 to deliver high IOPS, low latency, and sustained throughput across mixed workloads, enabling rapid boot, quicker database queries, and faster application responsiveness even under heavy I/O pressure.
• 2.5-inch internal U.3 form factor for seamless data-center integration: Designed for standard 2.5-inch drive bays and compatible backplanes, the Micron 7450 MAX fits neatly into rack servers, storage arrays, and HPC nodes, simplifying deployment and scalability in dense environments.
• 800 GB capacity tailored for boot, cache, and mixed workloads: A compact capacity that’s ideal for operating-system boot drives, caching layers, or as a fast tier within storage pools, delivering a practical balance between space, performance, and endurance.
• Enterprise-grade reliability with mixed-use endurance: Engineered for continuous operation in data centers, this SSD supports robust data integrity features and wear leveling designed to sustain performance across diverse workloads over time.
• TAA compliant for government and regulated environments: Meeting Trade Agreements Act requirements, this drive is suitable for projects requiring compliance, procurement standards, and long-term support in public-sector deployments.

Technical Details of Micron 7450 MAX 800 GB Solid State Drive

• Form factor: 2.5-inch internal drive
• Interface: U.3 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
• Protocol: NVMe (enterprise-grade protocol for high-performance storage)
• Capacity: 800 GB
• Usage: Mixed Use
• Compliance: TAA Compliant
• Form factor compatibility: Designed for standard 2.5-inch drive bays and compatible backplanes

How to install Micron 7450 MAX 800 GB

• Prepare the system: Power down the server or workstation and unplug from power. Ground yourself to prevent static damage and prepare a clean, antistatic workspace.
• Identify the installation slot: Locate an available 2.5-inch drive bay with a U.3 backplane or compatible NVMe host adapter in your server chassis. Ensure your backplane and controller support PCIe Gen4 for maximum performance.
• Insert and secure the drive: Slide the Micron 7450 MAX into the drive bay and secure it with the appropriate screws or mounting hardware. Make sure the connector aligns properly with the backplane or adapter.
• Connect power and data interfaces: Attach the U.3 data connector to the drive backplane or NVMe interface path as directed by your system documentation. Confirm a snug, secure connection to prevent intermittent detections.
• Power up and configure: Power on the system and enter BIOS/UEFI to verify the new drive is detected. In the operating system or storage controller software, initialize the drive, create volumes as needed, and add to your storage pool or RAID configuration. Update the drive firmware if recommended by Micron, and monitor health using enterprise tools.

Frequently asked questions

• What workloads is the Micron 7450 MAX 800 GB best suited for? It is optimized for mixed-use data-center workloads, including virtualization, databases, caching, and AI inference, delivering fast data access with reliable endurance.
• Is the drive compatible with U.3 backplanes? Yes. The drive uses the U.3 (PCIe Gen4 x4) interface and is designed to plug into compatible backplanes and host controllers found in modern data centers.
• What does TAA compliance mean for me? Trade Agreement Act compliance makes this drive eligible for procurement in government and regulated environments, ensuring alignment with public-sector standards and compliance requirements.
• Can this SSD be hot-swapped? Hot-swapping depends on the backplane and system configuration. When used with a compatible hot-swap backplane, it can be swapped without powering down the entire system, subject to your chassis and controller capabilities.
• What performance benefits can I expect? Expect high throughput and low latency typical of PCIe Gen4 NVMe enterprise SSDs, with strong burst performance for boot and cache operations and steady sustained IOPS for long-running workloads.