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345-BLGT Dell 7.68TB SATA 6GBPS SFF TLC RI Hot Plug SSD

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Dell 345-BLGT 7.68TB SATA 6GBPS 2.5 Inch TLC Read Intensive Hot Plug Solid State Drive With Tray. New Sealed in Box (NIB) with 1 year Replacement Warranty

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Dell 7.68TB SATA 6GBPS 2.5 Inch Solid State Drive

The Dell 345-BLGT is a high-capacity solid-state drive engineered for enterprise workloads. With advanced TLC NAND technology and a 2.5-inch form factor, it ensures reliable performance for read-intensive applications.

General Details

  • Manufacturer: Dell
  • Part Number: 345-BLGT
  • Device Type: Solid State Drive

Technical Specifications

  • Storage Capacity: 7.68TB
  • NAND Flash Type: Triple Level Cell (TLC)
  • Form Factor: 2.5 Inch
  • Interface: SATA 6Gbps
  • DWPD: 1 Drive Write Per Day
  • Endurance: Read-Intensive

Sequential Operations

  • Read Speed: Up to 550 MB/s
  • Write Speed: Up to 510 MB/s

Random Operations

  • Random Read (4K blocks): 86,000 IOPS
  • Random Write (4K blocks): 30,000 IOPS

Compatibility

Rack Servers

  • PowerEdge R340
  • PowerEdge R440
  • PowerEdge R450
  • PowerEdge R550
  • PowerEdge R640
  • PowerEdge R650
  • PowerEdge R650xs
  • PowerEdge R6515
  • PowerEdge R6525
  • PowerEdge R660
  • PowerEdge R6615
  • PowerEdge R6625
  • PowerEdge R740
  • PowerEdge R740xd
  • PowerEdge R7425
  • PowerEdge R750
  • PowerEdge R750xa
  • PowerEdge R750xs
  • PowerEdge R7515
  • PowerEdge R7525
  • PowerEdge R760
  • PowerEdge R760xs
  • PowerEdge R7625
  • PowerEdge R940

Modular & Cloud Servers

  • PowerEdge C6420
  • PowerEdge C6520
  • PowerEdge C6525
  • PowerEdge C6620
  • PowerEdge HS5610
  • PowerEdge M620

Dell 345-BLGT 7.68TB 2.5 Inch TLC Hot Plug RI SSD Overview

The Dell 345-BLGT 7.68TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5 Inch TLC Plug Solid Read Intensive Hot Swap State Drive with Tray is engineered for enterprise-grade data storage environments where reliability, consistent read performance, scalability, and long-term operational efficiency are critical. Built to support modern server infrastructures, virtualization workloads, cloud computing environments, and data-intensive business operations, this solid state drive combines high-capacity flash storage with dependable Dell enterprise compatibility. Organizations seeking dependable enterprise SSD solutions for servers and storage arrays can benefit significantly from the optimized architecture of this read intensive SATA SSD.

Designed specifically for Dell enterprise systems, the Dell 345-BLGT SSD integrates seamlessly into compatible PowerEdge servers and storage platforms. The inclusion of the tray simplifies installation and hot swap functionality, enabling IT administrators to replace or upgrade drives without interrupting server uptime. This capability is especially valuable in mission-critical environments where continuous availability is required for applications, databases, virtual machines, and cloud-hosted services.

Enterprise-Class SSD Storage for Modern Data Centers

Modern enterprise environments demand storage systems capable of handling large-scale datasets, virtualized applications, and constant user access without sacrificing performance. The Dell 345-BLGT 7.68TB SATA SSD addresses these requirements by delivering enterprise-grade endurance and optimized read-intensive functionality. Its architecture is tailored for workloads that emphasize frequent data retrieval, such as analytics platforms, content delivery systems, virtualization clusters, and enterprise application hosting.

Businesses operating large-scale server infrastructures require storage devices that maintain performance consistency under continuous operation. This Dell solid state drive offers enhanced responsiveness compared to traditional spinning hard drives, significantly reducing latency and improving system efficiency. Faster access to stored data allows servers to process requests more efficiently, improving application responsiveness and overall productivity.

Read Intensive Architecture for Business-Critical Applications

The read intensive design of the Dell 345-BLGT SSD is specifically optimized for workloads characterized by high read activity and moderate write operations. Enterprise applications such as media streaming, data warehousing, business intelligence platforms, content management systems, and web hosting environments often rely heavily on rapid data retrieval. This SSD architecture ensures reliable performance under these operational conditions.

Read intensive SSDs offer an ideal balance between performance and cost efficiency for organizations that prioritize fast data access over constant heavy write workloads. By focusing on read-centric optimization, the Dell 345-BLGT provides dependable enterprise performance while maintaining operational efficiency and endurance suitable for long-term deployment.

SATA 6Gbps Interface Performance and Reliability

The SATA 6Gbps interface continues to play a vital role in enterprise storage environments due to its broad compatibility, stability, and cost-effective deployment. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD leverages the proven SATA interface standard to deliver dependable data transfer performance for enterprise applications. SATA-based enterprise SSDs remain widely adopted because they integrate easily into existing server infrastructures while supporting scalable storage architectures.

Organizations upgrading from traditional hard drives to solid state technology can significantly improve server responsiveness and operational performance using enterprise SATA SSDs. Faster boot times, quicker application loading, reduced latency, and improved database access contribute to a more efficient IT environment. The Dell 345-BLGT enhances these benefits while supporting enterprise-class reliability expectations.

Reduced Latency for Faster Application Response

Latency reduction is one of the most significant advantages of enterprise SSD technology. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD minimizes access delays commonly associated with mechanical hard drives, allowing enterprise systems to retrieve data rapidly. Reduced latency is essential for transactional databases, cloud services, virtualization platforms, and high-demand enterprise applications where response time directly impacts operational efficiency.

Fast data access also supports improved user experiences for businesses operating customer-facing services. Applications hosted on servers equipped with enterprise SSDs can deliver smoother interactions, faster page loading, and quicker transaction processing. This contributes to better productivity and enhanced service reliability across enterprise environments.

Stable Data Transfer for Continuous Workloads

Enterprise environments often operate continuously around the clock, requiring storage devices capable of maintaining stable performance under persistent workloads. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD is designed to support uninterrupted operation while delivering reliable data transfer rates. Its enterprise-oriented firmware and optimized architecture contribute to workload stability and predictable storage behavior.

Consistent performance is especially important in virtualized infrastructures where multiple workloads share storage resources simultaneously. Enterprise SSDs help reduce storage bottlenecks, enabling virtual machines and applications to operate more efficiently without excessive latency or throughput limitations.

Enhanced Thermal Efficiency in Data Centers

Thermal management plays a critical role in enterprise infrastructure reliability. The compact and energy-efficient design of SSD technology contributes to lower heat generation compared to traditional hard disk drives. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD supports improved thermal efficiency within densely populated server racks, helping maintain stable operating temperatures.

Reduced heat generation also contributes to lower cooling requirements within enterprise environments. As organizations seek to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs, enterprise SSD adoption can support sustainability initiatives while enhancing overall data center performance.

Flexible Compatibility Across Enterprise Platforms

The standard 2.5-inch enterprise form factor allows the Dell 345-BLGT SSD to integrate into a wide range of Dell-compatible servers and storage systems. This flexibility simplifies infrastructure upgrades and storage expansion projects. IT administrators can deploy SSDs across multiple systems while maintaining consistency in hardware configurations and management practices.

Consistent hardware compatibility also reduces deployment complexity and simplifies long-term maintenance strategies. Enterprise organizations benefit from streamlined storage management processes and predictable infrastructure performance across distributed IT environments.

Efficient Storage Scaling for Business Growth

As organizations continue generating and processing larger volumes of data, scalable storage solutions become increasingly important. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD enables businesses to expand storage capacity efficiently while supporting enterprise operational requirements. High-capacity TLC SSDs help organizations scale infrastructure without significantly increasing physical storage footprints.

Storage scalability is essential for cloud service providers, enterprise IT departments, managed hosting companies, and digital content platforms. Enterprise SSD solutions support rapid data access while enabling efficient growth strategies that align with evolving business requirements.

Hot Swap Functionality for Continuous Availability

Hot swap capability is a critical feature for enterprise storage devices operating in high-availability environments. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD with tray supports hot swap functionality, enabling administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server. This capability minimizes downtime and supports uninterrupted business operations.

Continuous availability is essential for industries that rely on always-on applications and services. Financial institutions, healthcare providers, cloud platforms, e-commerce operations, and enterprise service providers require infrastructure capable of remaining operational during maintenance procedures. Hot swap SSDs simplify maintenance workflows while supporting uptime requirements.

Reduced Downtime During Maintenance Operations

Server downtime can result in productivity losses, service interruptions, and operational risks. The hot swap design of the Dell 345-BLGT SSD helps reduce these risks by allowing drive replacement without system shutdowns. IT teams can perform maintenance tasks more efficiently while maintaining service continuity.

Minimizing downtime is especially important for organizations operating global services or mission-critical applications. Enterprise hot swap storage solutions support proactive maintenance strategies and improve overall infrastructure resilience.

Integrated Tray for Simplified Deployment

The inclusion of a compatible drive tray enhances deployment convenience and installation efficiency. Enterprise IT environments often require rapid hardware deployment and replacement procedures. The integrated tray design streamlines drive installation while ensuring proper compatibility with supported Dell server systems.

Simplified installation processes reduce administrative overhead and help maintain consistent hardware configurations across enterprise deployments. This contributes to easier infrastructure management and more efficient hardware lifecycle planning.

Enterprise SSD Reliability and Data Integrity

Data integrity and storage reliability are essential considerations for enterprise environments. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD is engineered with enterprise-grade reliability features designed to protect stored information and maintain operational consistency. Reliable storage infrastructure helps organizations avoid disruptions, maintain productivity, and support critical business operations.

Enterprise SSDs undergo rigorous validation and testing procedures to ensure compatibility and reliability within demanding server environments. Dell enterprise storage solutions are optimized for long-term deployment, helping organizations maintain stable infrastructure performance across diverse workloads.

Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure

Virtualized environments benefit significantly from enterprise SSD performance. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD supports virtualization workloads by reducing storage latency and improving virtual machine responsiveness. Cloud service providers and enterprise IT departments can leverage SSD technology to enhance infrastructure scalability and efficiency.

Fast storage access is particularly important in multi-tenant virtualized environments where numerous workloads share infrastructure resources. Enterprise SSDs help maintain stable application performance while supporting scalable cloud architectures.

Database and Analytics Platforms

Databases and analytics applications often require rapid data retrieval to support reporting, transaction processing, and business intelligence operations. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD helps improve query response times and data access efficiency, contributing to faster analytics processing and enhanced operational insights.

Organizations relying on real-time analytics and data-driven decision-making can benefit from enterprise SSD technology that accelerates information access while maintaining reliability under continuous workloads.

Web Hosting and Enterprise Applications

Web hosting environments and enterprise business applications depend on responsive storage infrastructure to support user interactions and application availability. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD enhances application responsiveness while reducing storage-related bottlenecks that can impact performance.

Businesses hosting customer portals, e-commerce platforms, collaboration systems, and enterprise productivity applications can benefit from enterprise SSD storage that supports fast access times and reliable operational behavior.

Future-Ready Enterprise Storage Infrastructure

Future-ready infrastructure requires dependable, scalable, and efficient storage technologies capable of adapting to changing business requirements. The Dell 345-BLGT SSD provides enterprise organizations with a reliable flash storage solution designed for continuous operation, optimized read performance, and high-capacity deployment.

By combining enterprise reliability, SATA compatibility, hot swap functionality, TLC flash technology, and scalable capacity, the Dell 345-BLGT 7.68TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5 Inch TLC Plug Solid Read Intensive Hot Swap State Drive with Tray serves as a dependable enterprise storage solution for modern business environments requiring consistent performance and operational efficiency.

Features
Manufacturer Warranty:
None
Product/Item Condition:
New Sealed in Box (NIB)
ServerOrbit Replacement Warranty:
1 Year Warranty