345-BGQQ Dell 480GB M.2 2280 PCI-E 4.0 X4 NVMe Read Intensive TLC Enterprise Solid State Drive

The Dell 345-BGQQ 480GB M.2 2280 PCI-E 4.0 X4 NVMe SSD

The Dell 345-BGQQ 480GB M.2 2280 PCI-E 4.0 X4 NVMe Read Intensive TLC Enterprise Solid State Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed for enterprise and business environments. With its cutting-edge NVMe interface and PCIe 4.0 x4 lanes, this SSD delivers remarkable speed, reliability, and endurance. The 480GB capacity makes it ideal for applications requiring fast read access, including database management, virtualization, and intensive cloud workloads. It is built using TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND technology, optimized specifically for read-intensive operations, making it perfect for environments with high read demands and moderate write cycles.

Key Features of Dell 345-BGQQ SSD

High-Speed PCIe 4.0 x4 Interface

The Dell 345-BGQQ leverages a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, which offers twice the bandwidth of PCIe 3.0 drives. This increased data transfer rate ensures faster read speeds, significantly reducing system latency and improving application responsiveness. Whether it’s for enterprise servers, workstations, or data centers, this SSD provides reliable high-speed performance for read-intensive workloads.

Read-Intensive TLC NAND Technology

Designed with TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND, this SSD is optimized for read-heavy applications. TLC NAND stores three bits of data per cell, providing a balanced combination of performance, capacity, and cost-efficiency. The Dell 345-BGQQ is engineered to handle large volumes of read operations without compromising data integrity, making it suitable for file servers, content delivery, and other read-dominant enterprise applications.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

Reliability is a key focus in enterprise environments, and the Dell 345-BGQQ SSD delivers with advanced error correction, power-loss protection, and wear-leveling algorithms. These features ensure data integrity, consistent performance, and longer lifespan. IT managers can deploy this SSD with confidence, knowing it will withstand the demands of modern enterprise workloads.

Sequential Read and Write Speeds

The Dell 345-BGQQ SSD provides high sequential read speeds up to 7,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds optimized for read-intensive workloads. These speeds enable rapid boot times, faster application loading, and improved server efficiency. The combination of PCIe 4.0 bandwidth and NVMe protocol reduces bottlenecks in storage-intensive environments.

Random Read and Write Performance

Random read performance is critical for enterprise applications, and this SSD excels with high Input/Output Operations Per Second (IOPS). Random write performance is also optimized for read-intensive workloads, ensuring the drive performs efficiently in multi-user environments and high-concurrency operations.

Endurance and Reliability Ratings

Endurance is a crucial metric for enterprise SSDs. The Dell 345-BGQQ features a high Terabytes Written (TBW) rating relative to its read-intensive use case, providing long-term reliability for servers and data centers. The drive’s Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating supports enterprise-grade uptime requirements.

M.2 2280 Form Factor

The M.2 2280 form factor is compact and versatile, making it suitable for a wide range of servers, workstations, and storage systems. Its small size allows for easy integration into existing enterprise hardware while maintaining maximum performance and airflow efficiency. The 2280 designation indicates a 22mm width and 80mm length, standard for most modern enterprise systems.

Cloud Workloads

Virtualized environments rely heavily on fast storage to support multiple virtual machines and cloud applications simultaneously. The PCIe 4.0 interface and NVMe protocol provide the speed and low latency required for virtualization, ensuring smooth performance for multiple concurrent workloads without bottlenecks.

Advantages of Dell 345-BGQQ SSD

NVMe

The NVMe protocol is designed to reduce latency compared to traditional AHCI-based SSDs. The Dell 345-BGQQ SSD benefits from low latency access, improving overall system responsiveness. This is especially valuable in high-frequency trading, database transactions, and other real-time applications where every millisecond counts.

Comparison with Other Enterprise SSDs

Read-Intensive vs Write-Intensive SSDs

Compared to write-intensive enterprise SSDs, the Dell 345-BGQQ is optimized for scenarios where read operations dominate. Write-intensive drives are suitable for logging, caching, or transactional systems with heavy write loads. The Dell 345-BGQQ offers a cost-effective solution for enterprises with predominantly read-heavy workloads while maintaining durability and reliability.