345-BGKQ Dell 3.84Tb SED SAS-24Gbps Read Intensive SSD

Dell3.84TB Self-Encrypting SAS SSD Overview

The Dell 3.84TB SAS SSD is engineered for high-performance and secure data storage, making it ideal for enterprise environments. Designed to fit Dell EMC 14G, 15G, and 16G PowerEdge servers, this drive is perfect for read-intensive workloads, ensuring robust reliability and data protection.

Key Features

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Part Number: 345-BGKQ
• Capacity: 3.84TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch, 15mm thickness for small form factor compatibility
• Interface: SAS-4 with 24Gbps interface speed
• Endurance: Read-intensive with 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day)
• Encryption: FIPS-certified self-encrypting drive (SED)

Technical Specifications

Drive Type & Performance

• Type: Solid State Drive, hot-swappable for seamless upgrades
• NAND Flash Technology: BiCS Flash™ TLC (Triple-Level Cell)
• Interface speeds: Supports 22.5Gbps, 12Gbps, 6Gbps, 3Gbps, and 1.5Gbps for flexible connectivity
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 4200 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 3650 MB/s
• Random Read: Up to 720K IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 155K IOPS

Durability & Reliability

• Endurance: 1 DWPD, making it ideal for read-heavy workloads
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2.5 million hours
• Data Loss Protection: Integrated protection features ensure data integrity

Expansion & Connectivity

• Compatible with SAS 24Gb/s interface, ensuring high-speed data transfer
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch, hot-swappable bays for quick and easy replacements

Server Compatibility

This Dell SAS SSD is designed to be compatible with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge and PowerVault systems:

• PowerEdge C6420, C6520, C6525, C6620
• PowerEdge R350, R440, R450, R550, R640, R650, R650xs, R6515, R6525, R660, R660xs, R6615, R6625, R740, R740xd, R750, R750xa, R750xs, R7515, R7525, R760, R760xa, R760xs, R7615, R7625, R840, R860, R940, R940xa, R960
• PowerEdge T550, T560, XE9680, XR7620
• PowerVault MD2424

Enhanced Security & Data Protection

• FIPS-certified self-encrypting drive ensures compliance with stringent data protection standards
• Hardware-based encryption for maximum security without performance compromise

Why Choose Dell’s Enterprise SSD?

• High performance for mission-critical environments
• Robust reliability backed by 2.5 million hours MTBF
• Advanced data protection features, ensuring the safety of your data

Dell 345-BGKQ SSD: Performance for RI Applications

The 345-BGKQ Dell 3.84TB SED SAS-24Gbps Read Intensive 1DWPD 2.5-Inch SSD is designed to deliver superior performance in read-heavy environments. With a massive capacity of 3.84TB and a cutting-edge SAS-24Gbps interface, this SSD offers a significant boost in both speed and reliability for enterprise data storage. Read-intensive workloads, such as data mining, content delivery, and archival storage, benefit immensely from its high throughput and fast access times.

High-Speed SAS-24Gbps Interface

The SAS-24Gbps interface is a key component that distinguishes the Dell 345-BGKQ SSD from other drives. Compared to traditional SATA drives, the Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface supports dual-port functionality, which allows for faster data transfer rates and higher fault tolerance. The 24Gbps speed ensures that your data is transferred at lightning-fast rates, ideal for modern enterprise applications that require rapid access to large datasets.

Advantages of SAS-24Gbps Interface

• Faster Data Access: The 24Gbps bandwidth allows the SSD to read and write data more efficiently compared to lower-speed interfaces.
• Improved Redundancy: Dual-port SAS offers superior fault tolerance, ensuring that data is always accessible even if one path fails.
• Better Scalability: SAS interfaces support larger enterprise-scale storage environments, making this SSD perfect for complex networks and data centers.

3.84TB Storage Capacity for Large-Scale Data

The 345-BGKQ Dell SSD comes with a substantial 3.84TB capacity, which provides ample storage for large datasets, media files, and virtual environments. Its vast storage capacity makes it suitable for businesses and organizations that manage a high volume of read-heavy operations. With this SSD, companies can store more data while reducing the need for multiple physical drives.

Use Cases for 3.84TB Capacity

• Big Data Analytics: The 3.84TB capacity is ideal for handling big data workloads, where large datasets need to be analyzed in real-time.
• Content Delivery Networks (CDN): Media companies and content providers can benefit from the large capacity by storing video, audio, and other high-definition content for fast and reliable delivery.
• Archival and Backup: The high capacity of this SSD makes it suitable for data archiving and backup solutions, ensuring long-term retention of important information.

Read-Intensive Workload Optimization

The Dell 345-BGKQ SSD is optimized for read-intensive workloads, with a 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) rating. This means the SSD is best suited for applications where the ratio of read operations significantly outweighs write operations. In environments such as web hosting, data retrieval, and content distribution, the SSD delivers consistent and reliable performance while minimizing wear and tear on the storage media.

Understanding 1DWPD Rating

• Designed for Read-Centric Applications: The 1DWPD rating indicates that the SSD can handle being written over once per day during its warranty period. This makes it a cost-effective choice for read-heavy tasks, as write endurance is less of a concern.
• Extended Lifespan: With a read-intensive focus, the drive is optimized to extend its lifespan in environments with minimal data writes, ensuring durability and reliability over time.
• Reduced Power Consumption: SSDs with lower DWPD ratings often consume less power, making them an energy-efficient option for data centers focused on cutting operational costs.

Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) Security Features

Data security is a top priority for enterprises, and the 345-BGKQ Dell SSD integrates Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology to protect sensitive information. SED ensures that data is automatically encrypted as it is written to the drive, and only authorized users can decrypt and access the stored data. This is crucial for businesses dealing with confidential information or those required to meet strict data protection regulations.

Benefits of SED Technology

• Enhanced Security: The automatic encryption ensures that data remains secure even if the drive is lost or stolen, preventing unauthorized access.
• Compliance with Data Regulations: SED technology helps businesses comply with data protection laws like GDPR, HIPAA, and other industry-specific regulations.
• Performance Without Compromise: Unlike software-based encryption, hardware encryption in SED drives does not impact the drive’s performance, allowing for fast and secure data operations.

2.5-Inch Form Factor for Easy Integration

The 345-BGKQ Dell 3.84TB SSD features a standard 2.5-inch form factor, making it compatible with a wide range of enterprise storage systems and server configurations. The compact size allows for high-density storage solutions in data centers, helping organizations maximize space efficiency while maintaining optimal performance.

Compatibility and Integration Benefits

• Universal Fit: The 2.5-inch form factor ensures that the SSD can be easily integrated into existing storage systems, minimizing the need for additional hardware upgrades.
• Space-Saving Design: Its compact design allows for more drives to be installed in a single server chassis, improving storage density without sacrificing performance.
• Lightweight and Portable: The small size and lightweight nature of the drive make it an excellent choice for portable storage solutions and external enclosures.

Energy-Efficient Operation for Lower Costs

The 345-BGKQ Dell SSD not only delivers high performance but also operates with lower power consumption, making it an energy-efficient solution for data centers and enterprise environments. By consuming less power, the SSD helps organizations reduce their overall energy usage, resulting in lower operational costs over time.

Advantages of Energy-Efficient SSDs

• Reduced Heat Generation: Lower power consumption leads to less heat being generated, which can reduce the need for extensive cooling systems in data centers.
• Lower Operational Costs: Energy-efficient drives help businesses save on power bills, making them a cost-effective choice for long-term storage needs.
• Eco-Friendly Solution: By reducing energy usage, organizations can lessen their environmental impact and contribute to sustainability initiatives.

Reliability and Durability in Enterprise Environments

Reliability is critical in enterprise environments, and the 345-BGKQ Dell 3.84TB SED SAS-24Gbps SSD is engineered to meet the demands of mission-critical applications. Its robust construction and advanced error correction features ensure data integrity, even in high-stress situations. Whether it's used for virtualization, cloud storage, or data warehousing, this SSD provides the durability required for continuous, uninterrupted operation.

Enterprise-Grade Error Correction

This SSD is equipped with advanced Error Correction Code (ECC) technology, which detects and corrects data corruption during read and write operations. ECC is essential for maintaining data accuracy in environments where data integrity cannot be compromised.

Key Benefits of ECC in SSDs

• Improved Data Integrity: ECC ensures that even minor errors in data are corrected before they become a problem, maintaining the accuracy and reliability of stored data.
• Long-Term Reliability: The ability to correct errors on the fly helps extend the lifespan of the SSD by preventing data corruption over time.
• Enhanced Performance: By preventing errors from propagating, ECC allows the SSD to continue operating at peak performance without interruptions or data loss.

Durability and Resilience for Continuous Operation

The 345-BGKQ Dell SSD is built to endure the rigorous demands of continuous operation in data centers and enterprise environments. Its durable design and use of high-quality NAND flash memory provide the resilience needed to handle large volumes of read operations without performance degradation.

Key Durability Features

• High-Endurance NAND: The SSD uses high-quality NAND flash that is designed to withstand heavy read loads, ensuring long-lasting performance.
• Heat Management: Advanced thermal management features help prevent overheating, maintaining optimal performance in high-traffic environments.
• Shock Resistance: The solid-state design offers greater shock resistance compared to traditional hard drives, making it more durable and less prone to physical damage.

Improving Storage Efficiency with Dell 3.84TB SED SAS-24Gbps SSD

Efficient storage management is crucial for enterprise environments, and the 345-BGKQ Dell 3.84TB SSD offers solutions for optimizing storage capacity and performance. By utilizing advanced storage features such as thin provisioning, data deduplication, and tiering, organizations can maximize the use of their available storage space while maintaining high performance.

Thin Provisioning for Optimized Capacity

Thin provisioning allows storage administrators to allocate physical storage resources dynamically, based on the actual needs of the application. This feature prevents over-provisioning, enabling businesses to optimize their storage investments and reduce wasted space.

Advantages of Thin Provisioning

• Cost Savings: By only allocating the storage that is actually needed, thin provisioning reduces the amount of unused capacity and lowers storage costs.
• Improved Utilization: Storage resources are better utilized, allowing organizations to maximize their existing infrastructure without needing additional drives.
• Flexibility: Thin provisioning provides greater flexibility in managing storage as needs evolve, allowing for seamless scaling as the organization grows.

Data Deduplication for Space Efficiency

The 345-BGKQ Dell SSD supports data deduplication, which eliminates duplicate copies of data, reducing the overall amount of storage required. By storing only unique instances of data, businesses can free up valuable storage space while maintaining fast access times.

Key Benefits of Data Deduplication

• Increased Storage Efficiency: By eliminating redundant data, deduplication maximizes the available storage capacity without sacrificing performance.
• Faster Backup and Restore: With less data to back up, backup processes become faster and more efficient, reducing downtime and improving business continuity.
• Cost-Effective Storage: Deduplication helps organizations reduce their storage footprint, resulting in lower costs for both hardware and maintenance.

Tiered Storage for Performance Optimization

Tiered storage is another feature that enhances the efficiency of the Dell 345-BGKQ SSD. By automatically moving frequently accessed data to faster storage tiers and less frequently used data to lower-cost, higher-capacity storage, organizations can optimize performance while minimizing costs.

Benefits of Tiered Storage

• Improved Performance: Frequently accessed data is stored on high-performance tiers, ensuring faster response times and better overall system performance.
• Cost Efficiency: Less frequently used data is stored on lower-cost storage, reducing the need for expensive high-performance drives.
• Automated Data Management: Tiered storage systems automatically manage data placement, reducing the administrative burden on IT teams and ensuring optimal resource utilization.