0R1ND2 Dell 960GB SAS 12GBPS SSD Read Intensive Endurance TLC External Hot Plug

The Dell 0R1ND2 960GB SAS 12GBPS SSD

The Dell 0R1ND2 960GB SAS 12GBPS Read Intensive Endurance TLC External Hot Plug SSD is designed for enterprise storage solutions that demand high-speed performance, reliability, and durability. Engineered with advanced SAS technology, this solid-state drive ensures efficient data transfer and minimal latency, making it an ideal choice for data centers, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise applications.

With a capacity of 960GB, the Dell 0R1ND2 SSD offers ample storage for critical workloads while supporting read-intensive tasks, ensuring your applications run smoothly without bottlenecks. Its TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND flash technology is optimized for endurance and cost-effectiveness, providing a balance between storage efficiency and long-term reliability.

Key Features of Dell 0R1ND2 960GB SAS SSD

High-Speed SAS 12GBPS Interface

The Dell 0R1ND2 SSD leverages a 12Gbps SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, delivering ultra-fast data transfer rates that surpass traditional SATA SSDs. This interface is designed for enterprise environments where speed and reliability are critical, ensuring that read and write operations are executed with minimal latency. The high-speed connectivity also supports intensive applications such as database management, virtualization, and analytics workloads.

Read Intensive Endurance

Optimized for read-heavy workloads, the Dell 0R1ND2 SSD is perfect for applications that require frequent data access rather than constant writing. This includes content delivery networks (CDNs), web hosting, and analytics platforms. The read-intensive endurance ensures long-term performance stability, reducing wear on the NAND cells and prolonging the lifespan of the drive.

Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND Technology

The use of TLC NAND flash memory enables higher storage density, allowing more data to be stored in the same physical space. TLC is a cost-effective solution for enterprise storage needs, balancing capacity, speed, and endurance. The Dell 0R1ND2 SSD’s TLC architecture is tuned for enterprise environments, providing consistent performance even under high-load conditions.

Hot-Plug Capability

With external hot-plug support, the Dell 0R1ND2 SSD can be inserted or removed from a system without powering down the server. This feature enhances maintainability and flexibility in enterprise data centers, reducing downtime and simplifying hardware upgrades or replacements. Hot-plug drives are essential for mission-critical systems where constant availability is required.

Sequential Read and Write Speeds

The Dell 0R1ND2 SSD offers impressive sequential read and write speeds, crucial for transferring large files and handling intensive workloads. With sequential read speeds of up to 2,100 MB/s and sequential write speeds optimized for read-intensive tasks, this SSD ensures rapid access to critical data and efficient handling of large datasets.

Random IOPS Performance

Random IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) is a key metric for enterprise storage drives, determining how well they can handle multiple small read/write operations simultaneously. The Dell 0R1ND2 SSD is engineered to deliver high random read IOPS, ensuring seamless performance in virtualized environments, high-transaction databases, and multi-user applications.

Reliability and Endurance

Enhanced Data Protection

The Dell 0R1ND2 SSD incorporates robust data protection mechanisms, including error-correcting code (ECC), end-to-end data protection, and power-loss protection. These features ensure data integrity even in the event of unexpected power interruptions, making it a reliable choice for enterprise storage systems.

Durable Enterprise-Grade

Built with high-quality components, the Dell 0R1ND2 SSD is designed to withstand the demanding conditions of enterprise environments. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance and long-term reliability, reducing the risk of hardware failures and maintaining system uptime.

Enterprise Storage Arrays

Beyond individual servers, this SSD is compatible with enterprise storage arrays and SAN (Storage Area Network) solutions. Its 12Gbps SAS interface allows for high-speed connectivity in multi-drive configurations, supporting redundancy, fault tolerance, and high-availability architectures.

Read-Intensive vs Mixed-Use SSDs

Dell offers SAS SSDs categorized into read-intensive and mixed-use models. Read-intensive SSDs like the 0R1ND2 are optimized for workloads where read operations dominate. Mixed-use SSDs, on the other hand, provide a balance between read and write performance, suitable for databases, transactional workloads, and multi-tenant applications.

Hot-Plug vs Non-Hot-Plug SSDs

Enterprise SAS SSDs can also be divided into hot-plug and non-hot-plug drives. Hot-plug drives provide greater flexibility and ease of maintenance, as they can be replaced or upgraded without shutting down the server. Non-hot-plug SSDs are generally fixed within the server chassis, offering slightly lower cost but requiring downtime for replacements.

Enterprise Data Centers

In enterprise data centers, the Dell 0R1ND2 SSD is ideal for high-speed storage tiers, particularly for applications that require frequent read operations. Its low latency and high IOPS make it suitable for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), real-time analytics, and large-scale content delivery networks.