345-BKGS Dell 960GB 2.5inch RI SAS-12GBPS TLC Hot-plug SSD

The Dell 345-BKGS 960GB 2.5-inch Read Intensive SAS-12Gbps TLC Hot-Plug SSD is engineered to meet enterprise storage requirements where performance, reliability, and scalability are crucial. Featuring advanced triple-level cell NAND technology, this solid-state drive delivers consistent read-intensive workloads, seamless hot-plug functionality, and enterprise-grade durability. Designed for modern data centers, cloud infrastructure, and virtualization environments, it enhances productivity while minimizing latency.

Key Highlights of Dell 345-BKGS SSD

• Storage capacity of 960GB in a 2.5-inch small form factor
• High-speed 12Gbps SAS interface for robust data transfer
• Optimized for read-intensive applications with predictable workloads
• Supports hot-plug capability for uninterrupted system operation
• Built with enterprise-class TLC NAND flash memory
• Advanced error correction for data integrity

Performance Features

The Dell 345-BKGS SSD combines exceptional I/O throughput with low latency, ensuring seamless application performance. Its 12Gbps SAS interface enables fast and stable data access, critical for enterprise workloads such as:

• Virtualized environments
• Data analytics and reporting systems
• Online transaction processing (OLTP)
• Database-driven applications

Read-Intensive Optimization

As a Read Intensive (RI) SSD, the Dell 345-BKGS is particularly optimized for workloads where the majority of operations are reads. This makes it suitable for cloud hosting, business intelligence reporting, and content delivery networks. The design ensures high endurance while maintaining efficiency in applications with read-heavy demands.

Interface and Connectivity

With its SAS-12Gbps interface, the SSD ensures enterprise-level connectivity supporting dual-port redundancy and robust performance. The SAS protocol allows greater scalability and reliability than SATA-based drives, offering sustained throughput and high queue depth handling.

Hot-Plug Capability

The hot-plug feature allows the drive to be inserted or removed while the system remains powered on. This is a critical function for enterprise environments where uptime is essential. IT administrators can replace or upgrade drives without disrupting ongoing operations.

Durability and Reliability

Built with enterprise-grade NAND and advanced firmware, the Dell 345-BKGS SSD provides long-lasting endurance. It includes multiple layers of error correction and wear-leveling technologies that extend the drive’s lifecycle while maintaining consistent performance. This ensures data reliability even in mission-critical operations.

Error Correction and Data Protection

The drive integrates advanced ECC algorithms, end-to-end data path protection, and power-loss safeguards to reduce risks of corruption or unexpected failures. This feature is essential in safeguarding business-critical information.

Power-Loss Protection

Embedded power-loss protection ensures that in the event of an unexpected outage, data in transit is securely stored, preventing corruption or loss. This enhances reliability across server infrastructures.

Technical Specifications

General Details

• Model: Dell 345-BKGS
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Capacity: 960GB
• Interface: SAS-12Gbps
• Flash Type: TLC NAND
• Usage Profile: Read Intensive (RI)

Performance Metrics

• Sequential Read Speeds: Up to 1100 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speeds: Optimized for consistent workloads
• Random Read IOPS: High IOPS performance for enterprise applications
• Random Write IOPS: Tuned for predictable, read-heavy operations

Reliability Features

• End-to-end data path protection
• Power-loss data protection
• Advanced error correction code (ECC)
• Wear-leveling algorithms

Energy Efficiency

The Dell 345-BKGS SSD consumes significantly less power than traditional HDDs, contributing to energy-efficient data centers. Lower power consumption translates into reduced heat generation, minimizing cooling requirements and lowering operational costs.

Green IT Compliance

By reducing carbon footprint through optimized energy use, this SSD supports environmentally-friendly IT infrastructure initiatives. Enterprises seeking sustainability in their operations benefit from its eco-friendly design.

Management and Maintenance

Dell provides comprehensive management tools and firmware updates that simplify drive monitoring and maintenance. Administrators can track drive health, performance statistics, and lifespan estimates to proactively replace drives before failure.

Hot-Swap Maintenance

With hot-plug compatibility, IT teams can manage drive replacement without downtime, ensuring uninterrupted system operations. This improves service-level agreements (SLAs) and minimizes disruption in enterprise workflows.

Benefits of Dell 345-BKGS SSD

• Improved application responsiveness
• Reliable read-intensive workload optimization
• Lower energy usage and reduced TCO (Total Cost of Ownership)
• Hot-plug design for uninterrupted service
• Scalable for enterprise data center environments
• Enhanced data protection and encryption

Compatibility and Integration

The Dell 345-BKGS 960GB SSD is fully compatible with a wide range of Dell PowerEdge servers and storage arrays. Its plug-and-play capability makes integration seamless, allowing enterprises to expand storage capacity effortlessly without extensive configuration.

Supported Dell Systems

This SSD is qualified and tested for multiple Dell PowerEdge server models, ensuring optimized firmware compatibility and system reliability. Compatibility extends across rack, tower, and blade server designs.

Long-Term Value

Investing in the Dell 345-BKGS SSD provides long-term operational value by improving system speed, reducing downtime risks, and lowering overall power consumption. Its reliability ensures extended service life, reducing frequent replacement costs.

Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Advantage

Enterprises benefit from reduced operational costs by deploying SSDs that lower maintenance, improve efficiency, and extend equipment lifecycle. Over time, this results in a measurable reduction in IT expenditure.