Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB Solid State Drive – E1.S, EDSFF, PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4

The Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB SSD is engineered for modern data centers and enterprise environments that demand unwavering reliability, expansive capacity, and sustained performance under heavy read workloads. Built on the EDSFF E1.S form factor, this drive packs a dense 7.68 TB into a compact, scalable module designed for dense server racks and high-performance storage arrays. It leverages the PCI Express NVMe 4.0 interface to deliver high throughput, low latency, and consistent I/O performance—perfect for read-intensive workloads such as large-scale analytics, data warehousing, content delivery, caching, and virtualization. The 7450 PRO is designed with enterprise-grade durability and data integrity in mind, offering features that protect against data loss, minimize downtime, and streamline lifecycle management in 24/7 data-center operations. With TAA compliance, it’s ready for global procurement and deployment across a wide range of government and commercial deployments. This drive represents Micron’s commitment to delivering resilient storage solutions that balance density, performance, and reliability for the most demanding enterprise workloads.

• Dense capacity for data centers: 7.68 TB in a compact EDSFF E1.S form factor enables higher drive density in servers, backplanes, and storage shelves, reducing rack space while expanding usable storage capacity for analytics, caching, and large-scale workloads.
• PCIe 4.0 NVMe performance for read-centric workloads: Leveraging PCIe Gen4 x4 delivers impressive sequential throughput and sustained read performance, helping accelerate data access, database reads, and streaming workloads without compromising latency under heavy read demand.
• Enterprise-grade reliability and durability: Built to operate in 24/7 data-center environments, the Micron 7450 PRO emphasizes data integrity, endurance for read-heavy use, and robust error detection and correction to minimize maintenance and downtime.
• End-to-end data protection and security features: The drive is designed with strong data-path integrity mechanisms to guard against corruption, with architectural choices that support reliable scrubbing, wear leveling, and fault tolerance in enterprise deployments.
• Easy integration and global eligibility: The EDSFF E1.S module aligns with modern backplanes and server designs, while TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and commercial procurement and broad platform compatibility across enterprise ecosystems.

Technical Details of Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB Solid State Drive

• Model: Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB
• Form factor: EDSFF E1.S
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe protocol
• Capacity: 7.68 TB
• Workload profile: Read Intensive
• Compliance: TAA Compliant
• Target use: Data center storage, enterprise caching and analytics workloads
• Reliability features: Enterprise-grade data integrity and protection mechanisms designed for continuous operation

How to install Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB SSD

• Prepare your server or storage chassis that supports EDSFF E1.S drives and PCIe NVMe storage backplanes. Verify backplane BIOS/firmware compatibility and ensure the system has available PCIe slots or hot-swap bays designed for EDSFF modules.
• Power down the system following proper shutdown procedures and ground yourself to avoid static discharge. If you are replacing an existing drive, note its slot position for documentation and future reference.
• Open the chassis or access panel as required by your server model. Identify the appropriate drive slot or hot-swap sled designed for E1.S modules. If your enclosure uses a sled, prepare the tray by ensuring mounting screws or latching mechanisms are ready.
• Carefully insert the Micron 7450 PRO into the backplane or sled with even pressure until it is securely seated. If the backplane uses a locking mechanism, engage the latch to secure the module in place. Reinstall any guide rails or sled assemblies as needed.
• Reconnect any backplane cables or interconnects, close the chassis, and power the system back on. Enter the system BIOS/UEFI or storage controller utility to recognize the new NVMe device. If necessary, initialize the drive, create a new namespace, and assign it to a pool or logical volume according to your storage architecture.
• In your operating system, format the drive with the preferred filesystem and provisioning scheme (for example, a suitable Linux filesystem or Windows storage spaces, as appropriate for your environment). Verify the drive shows up as available storage and run a baseline health check to confirm no errors are present.
• Document the installation for inventory, warranty, and support purposes. Update any server or storage management tooling to include the new Micron 7450 PRO entry, ensuring ongoing monitoring of health, power, and performance metrics.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB?

  The Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB is an enterprise-grade NVMe SSD built in the EDSFF E1.S form factor. It is designed for data centers and enterprise servers that require high-capacity, reliable storage with strong read performance for analytics, caching, and other read-intensive workloads. It leverages PCIe 4.0 x4 to maximize throughput while providing robust data integrity and compatibility with modern backplanes.

• What workloads is this drive best suited for?

  Because it is labeled Read Intensive, this drive excels in scenarios with heavy read traffic, such as database query caching, content delivery networks, big data analytics caches, virtualization read paths, and large-scale file serving. It is ideal for environments where fast reads and high capacity drive density are the main performance drivers.

• Is the drive compatible with typical data center backplanes and hot-swap enclosures?

  Yes. The drive uses the EDSFF E1.S form factor, which is commonly supported by modern data center backplanes and hot-swap trays. However, compatibility can vary by chassis and controller, so refer to your server or storage backplane documentation and ensure firmware and drivers are up to date.

• Is the Micron 7450 PRO 7.68 TB TAA compliant?

  Yes. The drive is TAA compliant, making it suitable for purchase and deployment in environments that require compliance with Trade Agreement Act provisions, including many government and enterprise procurement programs.

• What management features help ensure data integrity and reliability?

  The 7450 PRO incorporates enterprise-grade data integrity features designed to protect against corruption along the data path, along with robust wear leveling and error correction mechanisms. These features help maintain reliability in 24/7 data-center operations and improve overall drive longevity in read-heavy workloads.