WD Ultrastar DC SS530 800 GB SAS SSD — 2.5" Internal, Read Intensive

The WD Ultrastar DC SS530 800 GB Solid State Drive is engineered for the demanding needs of modern data centers and enterprise applications. Designed to deliver consistent, read-intensive performance, this SAS SSD blends high-throughput data access with robust reliability to keep critical workloads running smoothly. With a 2.5" form factor and a 3.5" carrier included, it slots into standard server trays and backplanes with ease, enabling seamless integration into existing storage architectures. Built for continuous operation in large-scale environments, the DC SS530 prioritizes read-heavy workloads such as databases, analytics, content delivery, caching, and virtualization, while maintaining low latency and predictable IOPS under heavy load. In short, it’s a dependable storage engine that helps organizations accelerate data-driven decisions, improve service levels, and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across the data center.

• Read‑intensive performance designed for high‑throughput data access, delivering fast data retrieval and low latency under heavy, persistent workloads.
• Enterprise‑class reliability and endurance, with robust data integrity features and designed to sustain long, uninterrupted operation in data-center environments.
• SAS 12Gb/s interface enabling high bandwidth and efficient I/O for server, storage, and backplane configurations used in enterprise deployments.
• 2.5" drive form factor paired with a 3.5" carrier, allowing simple integration into standard 3.5" server bays and backplanes without extensive reconfiguration.
• Energy‑efficient design that helps reduce cooling and power costs in dense data centers while maintaining consistent performance.

Technical Details of WD Ultrastar DC SS530 800 GB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 800 GB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5" internal SSD with 3.5" carrier for easy server integration
• Drive Type: Read Intensive enterprise SSD optimized for read-heavy workloads
• Product Class: Enterprise-grade storage designed for data-center reliability and availability

How to Install WD Ultrastar DC SS530 800 GB SSD

• Power down the server and back up any critical data before installation. Ensure you have a compatible SAS controller and backplane that supports 12Gb/s SAS drives.
• Prepare the drive by confirming the 2.5" SSD is properly mounted in the included 3.5" carrier to fit your server’s drive tray and backplane. This carrier enables straightforward insertion into standard 3.5" bays.
• Gently insert the WD Ultrastar DC SS530 into an available drive slot or tray that supports 2.5" drives. If your system uses a hot‑swap backplane, use the appropriate release mechanism to ensure a secure, exchangeable fit.
• Connect the drive to the SAS backplane or host bus adapter (HBA) using the appropriate SAS cables. Verify that the backplane recognizes the new drive and reports a healthy status.
• Power up the server and enter the RAID/firmware or operating system disk management utility. Initialize the new drive, configure any desired RAID protection if applicable, and format the volume for use by your applications.
• Update drive firmware if a newer version is available from WD, and monitor drive health through your standard monitoring tools to ensure sustained performance and reliability in production workloads.
• Verify data integrity after installation with a quick read/write test, and document the new capacity and placement for future maintenance and capacity planning.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the WD Ultrastar DC SS530 800 GB SAS SSD best suited for?

  A: It is designed for data-center and enterprise environments that require reliable, high‑throughput read performance. It’s ideal for read‑heavy databases, analytics workloads, caching layers, content delivery, and virtualization where consistent latency and availability are crucial.

• Q: What interface does this SSD use?

  A: The drive uses a SAS 12Gb/s interface, which provides high bandwidth and robust I/O for enterprise controllers and backplanes.

• Q: What form factor and carrier are included?

  A: The SSD is a 2.5-inch drive designed for data-center use and ships with a 3.5-inch carrier, enabling easy installation in standard server bays and backplanes that support 3.5" trays.

• Q: Is this drive suitable for mixed read/write workloads?

  A: It is optimized for read-intensive operations, delivering reliable read performance while maintaining steady behavior under heavy read workloads. For mixed workloads, pairing with appropriate write‑optimized drives or a balanced storage tier is commonly recommended.

• Q: Are there any maintenance considerations I should be aware of?

  A: Like all enterprise SSDs, keep firmware up to date, monitor SMART and health indicators, and follow your data-center’s guidelines for firmware updates, power cycling, and redundant path configurations to ensure maximum uptime and data integrity.