345-BBBZ Dell 7.68TB SAS 12Gbps Read Intensive 2.5inch SSD

The Dell 345-BBBZ 7.68TB SAS-12Gbps Read Intensive 1DWPD TLC 2.5in Hot-Plug SSD is a high-capacity, enterprise-grade solid-state drive engineered for Dell PowerEdge servers of the 14th, 15th, and 16th generations. With its cutting-edge SAS 12Gbps interface and read-intensive performance design, this SSD provides a perfect blend of speed, endurance, and reliability for data-driven applications. Designed for critical workloads that require high read throughput and consistent latency, this Dell-certified drive ensures seamless compatibility, optimal power efficiency, and dependable uptime in demanding data center environments.

Exceptional Performance and Reliability 

Built on advanced Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND flash technology and equipped with a SAS 12Gbps interface, the Dell 345-BBBZ SSD offers impressive data transfer speeds and low latency performance. It supports read-intensive workloads with a drive write per day (DWPD) rating of 1, balancing endurance and cost-effectiveness. This drive is ideal for virtualized environments, cloud infrastructure, database operations, and read-heavy business applications.

Expansion and Connectivity

The DELL 345-BBBZ SSD provides flexible connectivity for modern data center infrastructures. Its SAS 12Gb/s interface ensures rapid communication between the storage device and server controller, supporting smooth scalability and reliable data transmission.

Compatibility with Dell PowerEdge Server

The Dell 345-BBBZ SSD is purpose-built for Dell PowerEdge server generations 14G, 15G, and 16G. This ensures plug-and-play functionality with Dell’s latest platforms, maximizing system uptime and performance. Dell’s firmware optimization guarantees smooth integration and management through Dell OpenManage software, enabling administrators to monitor drive health, firmware updates, and performance metrics effortlessly.

Storage Scalability and Flexibility

Whether deployed in single-server environments or large-scale enterprise clusters, the Dell 345-BBBZ SSD offers scalable capacity expansion and simplified management. It integrates seamlessly with Dell’s PowerEdge ecosystem, ensuring compatibility with RAID arrays and storage controllers.

Hot-Plug Functionality

The hot-plug capability allows administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the system, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous productivity for mission-critical operations.

Optimized for Read-Intensive

The Dell 345-BBBZ SSD is engineered primarily for read-intensive applications where the majority of operations involve retrieving data rather than writing it. Examples include analytics platforms, data mining systems, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), and cloud computing environments.

Data Protection and Reliability

Data protection and reliability are fundamental to Dell’s enterprise SSD design philosophy. The 345-BBBZ drive incorporates advanced features to ensure maximum uptime and safeguard sensitive business data.

Power and Cooling Optimization

Compared to traditional spinning hard drives, SSDs like the Dell 345-BBBZ consume significantly less energy. This results in lower cooling requirements and overall energy savings, which are vital for data centers managing large-scale deployments.

Future-Proof Design 

As Dell continues to innovate its PowerEdge lineup, this SSD remains fully compatible with next-generation platforms. Its architecture ensures continued support for expanding data needs and evolving enterprise workloads.