345-BGKS Dell 7.68Tb SED SAS-24Gbps Read Intensive 1DWPD SSD

Dell 7.68TB SAS 24Gbps Enterprise-Class SSD Overview

Key Features 

• Manufacturer: Dell
• Part Number: 345-BGKS
• 7.68TB capacity for high-density storage needs
• Hot-swap support, allowing easy replacement without downtime
• 2.5-inch form factor, compatible with compact systems
• Advanced BiCS Flash™ TLC NAND technology
• Hardware encryption (SED) for enhanced data security
• SAS 24Gb/s interface, offering high data transfer rates
• Designed for read-intensive workloads with 1 DWPD

Technical Specifications

Storage Capacity & Type

• Capacity: 7.68TB, optimized for enterprise storage solutions
• Type: Solid State Drive (SSD) with hot-swap capability

Flash Memory & Endurance

• NAND Flash Memory: BiCS Flash™ TLC technology for superior performance
• Endurance: Read-intensive with 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day)

Form Factor & Interface

• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SSD, with 15mm thickness, ideal for space-constrained server environments
• Interface Type: SAS-4 with speeds up to 24Gb/s, backward compatible with 22.5 Gbit/s, 12.0 Gbit/s, and 6.0 Gbit/s interfaces

Performance Metrics

• Sequential Read Speed: 4200 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: 4100 MB/s
• Random Read Speed (4 KiB): 720,000 IOPS
• Random Write Speed (4 KiB): 175,000 IOPS
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 2.5 million hours

Encryption & Data Protection

• Self-encrypting drive (SED) feature to ensure data security, with automatic encryption at rest
• Built-in data loss protection safeguards critical data from potential failures

Expansion & Connectivity

• Interface: Single SAS 24Gb/s connection for high-speed data transfer
• Hot-swap Bays Compatibility: Fits 2.5-inch bays for seamless integration

Compatibility with PowerEdge Servers

Compatible Dell PowerEdge Models

• PowerEdge C6420, C6520, C6525, C6620
• PowerEdge HS5610, HS5620
• PowerEdge R350, R440, R450, R550, R640, R650, R650xs
• PowerEdge R6515, R6525, R660, R660xs, R6615, R6625
• PowerEdge R740, R740xd, R750, R750xa, R750xs, R7515
• PowerEdge R7525, R760, R760xa, R760xs, R7615, R7625
• PowerEdge R840, R860, R940, R940xa, R960
• PowerEdge T550, T560, XE9680, XR7620

Powervault Compatibility

• Powervault MD2424

Reliable and Efficient for Enterprise Environments

• Specifically designed for PowerEdge servers, ensuring seamless integration and maximum performance
• Supports high-speed data transfers, crucial for data-heavy applications

Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SED SAS-24Gbps SSD

The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SED SAS-24Gbps Read Intensive 1DWPD 2.5-Inch SSD is designed for enterprise-level storage needs, offering a perfect blend of high capacity, security, and speed. With a solid-state drive capacity of 7.68 terabytes and a SAS interface supporting up to 24Gbps, this drive is ideal for read-intensive applications. As a self-encrypting drive (SED), it ensures that your data remains secure, adhering to industry-standard encryption protocols.

This SSD is particularly suitable for workloads that require rapid access to large datasets without overwhelming write demands, thanks to its 1DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) endurance rating. The 2.5-inch form factor allows for compatibility with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage arrays, making it versatile and scalable for various data center environments.

Features of Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SSD

The Dell 345-BGKS SSD brings together advanced features that cater to modern data centers and enterprise systems. Below are the core features:

• Capacity: 7.68TB, ideal for large-scale storage applications.
• Interface: SAS-24Gbps, which offers faster data transfer speeds compared to traditional SATA SSDs.
• Endurance: 1DWPD, meaning the drive can handle one full write of its capacity per day, ensuring durability in read-intensive environments.
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch, compatible with numerous storage systems and server architectures.
• SED Encryption: The Self-Encrypting Drive feature ensures that all data is encrypted and protected from unauthorized access.

High-Performance Storage for Enterprise Applications

For enterprises looking to accelerate data access, the Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SSD provides unmatched read performance, thanks to the SAS-24Gbps interface. Whether you're running large databases, virtualized environments, or content delivery networks, this SSD can significantly reduce latency and boost data throughput.

The large 7.68TB capacity is essential for applications requiring access to vast amounts of data, such as big data analytics, machine learning workloads, and video-on-demand services. Furthermore, its read-intensive design ensures longevity and efficiency in environments where data retrieval is the priority over constant writing operations.

Benefits of SAS-24Gbps Interface

The SAS-24Gbps interface on the Dell 345-BGKS SSD offers a substantial improvement over the traditional 12Gbps SAS and SATA interfaces. It provides double the bandwidth, reducing bottlenecks during high-demand read operations. This is especially important for applications where quick access to large datasets is critical for performance, such as high-frequency trading platforms, real-time analytics, and multimedia streaming services.

In comparison to SATA SSDs, which are often limited to 6Gbps, SAS SSDs, particularly those utilizing 24Gbps, can handle much heavier workloads without compromising speed. The dual-port SAS interface also allows for redundancy, which is essential for maintaining uptime and data integrity in mission-critical environments.

Security with SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) Technology

The SED (Self-Encrypting Drive) feature of the Dell 345-BGKS SSD ensures that sensitive data is always protected. This feature is critical for industries such as finance, healthcare, and government where data security is of paramount importance. The encryption process is hardware-based, meaning there is no performance penalty while encrypting and decrypting data.

Moreover, SED technology supports instant secure erase, which means that when the drive is retired or redeployed, all data can be securely erased within seconds, making it inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. This level of security aligns with compliance requirements such as GDPR and HIPAA, ensuring that businesses are protected from potential data breaches.

1DWPD Endurance Rating for Read-Intensive Workloads

With a 1DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) rating, the Dell 345-BGKS SSD is optimized for read-intensive tasks. This makes it a suitable choice for applications where data retrieval far outweighs data writing, such as content distribution, media streaming, and online transaction processing (OLTP) systems.

The 1DWPD rating ensures that the SSD can reliably write the equivalent of its full capacity (7.68TB) once per day, every day, for the duration of its warranty period. This balance of endurance and capacity ensures that enterprises can deploy this SSD in environments where the workload is predominantly read-focused, without concerns about premature wear.

Optimized for Data Centers and Cloud Environments

The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SSD is specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of modern data centers. Its combination of high capacity, security features, and robust performance makes it an excellent choice for cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and database management systems.

For cloud providers, scalability and efficiency are paramount, and the large 7.68TB capacity of this SSD ensures that multiple virtual machines or containers can access storage resources without degrading performance. Furthermore, the drive's low power consumption and high efficiency make it ideal for large-scale data centers that require both speed and energy savings.

Advantages of Read-Intensive SSDs in Virtualized Environments

In virtualized environments, storage performance can often be a bottleneck due to the large number of virtual machines (VMs) or containers accessing the storage simultaneously. The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB Read Intensive SSD addresses this issue by delivering high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) and low latency, which are critical for virtualization platforms like VMware, Hyper-V, and OpenStack.

Additionally, the SSD's large capacity allows for the consolidation of multiple workloads onto a single drive, simplifying storage management and reducing the total cost of ownership (TCO) for enterprise IT infrastructures. By leveraging the high-speed SAS-24Gbps interface, virtualized workloads can benefit from faster boot times, quicker application launches, and more responsive user experiences.

2.5-Inch Form Factor for Flexibility and Compatibility

The 2.5-inch form factor of the Dell 345-BGKS SSD makes it compatible with a wide array of servers, storage arrays, and enclosures. Its compact size allows for higher density in storage systems, meaning more drives can be housed within the same physical space compared to 3.5-inch drives.

This form factor is particularly beneficial in rack-mounted servers and blade servers where space is at a premium. Additionally, the 2.5-inch drive bays are common in both legacy and modern server designs, ensuring that the Dell 345-BGKS SSD can be easily integrated into existing IT infrastructure without requiring additional modifications or adapters.

Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management

Energy efficiency is a key consideration for data centers aiming to reduce operational costs and minimize environmental impact. The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SSD is designed to consume less power than traditional spinning hard drives, which translates into lower cooling and energy costs over time.

The SSD generates significantly less heat than mechanical hard drives, which reduces the burden on data center cooling systems. This helps in maintaining optimal operating temperatures, prolonging the lifespan of the drive, and reducing the overall energy footprint of the facility.

Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

While the initial investment in SSD technology can be higher compared to traditional HDDs, the long-term benefits often outweigh the costs. The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SSD offers a lower total cost of ownership due to its high reliability, reduced power consumption, and longer lifespan. With fewer moving parts, SSDs are less prone to failure, reducing the need for replacements and minimizing downtime for maintenance.

Additionally, the speed and efficiency of SSDs lead to improved productivity and better utilization of resources in enterprise environments, further enhancing the return on investment (ROI) for businesses that prioritize performance and reliability.

Extended Lifespan and Reduced Downtime

Solid-state drives like the Dell 345-BGKS are inherently more durable than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) because they lack moving parts. This makes them more resistant to physical shock, vibration, and temperature fluctuations, which are common in data centers. As a result, SSDs experience fewer failures and contribute to lower hardware replacement rates.

Moreover, the high endurance rating and advanced wear-leveling algorithms used in the Dell 345-BGKS ensure a longer operational life. Enterprises can depend on this SSD to deliver consistent performance over its lifespan, reducing the risk of unexpected downtime due to hardware failures.

Applications and Use Cases for Dell 345-BGKS SSD

The Dell 345-BGKS 7.68TB SED SAS-24Gbps Read Intensive SSD is suitable for a variety of applications across different industries. Its