Dell 400-BRZN 30.72TB NVME PCI-E Gen4 Enterprise Solid State Drive.

Dell 400-BRZN 30.72TB NVMe SSD

The Dell 400-BRZN represents the pinnacle of enterprise storage technology, delivering unprecedented capacity and performance for data-intensive workloads. This 30.72TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 U.2 form factor solid state drive is engineered specifically for enterprise environments where reliability, speed, and massive storage capacity are non-negotiable requirements. Built with Dell's enterprise-grade components and rigorous testing standards, this SSD is designed to handle the most demanding database applications, virtualization environments, and high-performance computing tasks.

Enterprise Storage Architecture

Featuring a sophisticated controller architecture optimized for consistent performance under sustained workloads, the 400-BRZN maintains exceptional I/O operations per second (IOPS) even during extended periods of heavy usage. The drive incorporates advanced power loss protection mechanisms, thermal throttling controls, and end-to-end data protection to ensure data integrity across all operations. With specialized firmware developed specifically for enterprise deployment scenarios, this SSD delivers predictable latency and consistent quality of service for critical business applications.

Advanced NAND Technology

Utilizing state-of-the-art 3D TLC NAND flash memory, the Dell 400-BBRZN achieves optimal balance between performance, endurance, and cost-effectiveness for enterprise storage applications. The advanced memory management algorithms ensure even wear leveling across all NAND cells, significantly extending the drive's operational lifespan while maintaining consistent performance characteristics throughout its service life.

Key Specifications

Capacity and Form Factor Details

The Dell 400-BRZN is available in a massive 30.72TB capacity configuration, presented in the industry-standard 2.5-inch U.2 small form factor. This form factor ensures compatibility with enterprise servers and storage systems designed for high-density storage deployments. The drive maintains a compact 15mm z-height profile, allowing for maximum storage density in constrained rack space environments.

Interface and Protocol Specifications

This enterprise SSD features a PCI Express 4.0 x4 host interface, delivering double the bandwidth of previous generation PCIe 3.0 solutions. The drive implements the NVMe 1.4 specification, providing enhanced command processing, improved power management, and advanced telemetry capabilities. The U.2 (SFF-8639) connector interface ensures secure physical connection and optimal signal integrity for mission-critical storage applications.

Performance Benchmarks

With sequential read speeds reaching up to 6,800 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3,800 MB/s, the 400-BRZN delivers exceptional throughput for data-intensive applications. Random performance metrics achieve up to 1,000,000 read IOPS and 250,000 write IOPS at queue depths optimized for enterprise workloads. These performance characteristics make the drive ideal for mixed-use scenarios common in virtualized environments and database applications.

Enterprise-Grade Features and Reliability

Endurance and Write Performance

Rated for 43.8 drive writes per day (DWPD) over a 5-year warranty period, the Dell 400-BRZN is classified as a write-intensive enterprise SSD. This extraordinary endurance rating translates to approximately 51.2 petabytes written (PBW) over the drive's warranted lifespan, making it suitable for the most write-heavy applications including database transaction logs, write-back caches, and data analytics processing.

Data Protection and Integrity

Comprehensive data protection features include end-to-end data path protection, advanced error correction codes (ECC), and redundant array of independent NAND (RAIN) architecture. The drive implements T10 Protection Information (T10 PI) standards to prevent data corruption during transfer between the host system and storage media. These enterprise-grade protection mechanisms ensure data integrity across the entire data path from host interface to NAND flash memory.

Power Loss Protection

An integrated power loss protection system utilizes onboard capacitors to provide sufficient backup power for completing in-progress write operations and flushing volatile cache contents to non-volatile storage during unexpected power interruptions. This feature prevents data loss and maintains filesystem integrity, making the drive suitable for applications where data consistency is critical.

Server Platform Compatibility

The Dell 400-BRZN is fully compatible with Dell PowerEdge server platforms including the R750, R750xa, R760, and other PCIe Gen4 capable systems. The drive is also compatible with Dell PowerVault and Dell EMC PowerStore storage arrays when configured with appropriate U.2 drive bays. Comprehensive compatibility testing ensures seamless integration with Dell's systems management tools including OpenManage Enterprise and iDRAC.

Use Case Applications

Primary deployment scenarios include high-performance database storage for SQL Server, Oracle Database, and MySQL; virtualization host storage for VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V; data analytics workloads including SAP HANA and big data processing; and high-performance computing applications requiring massive local storage capacity with exceptional I/O performance characteristics.

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Mechanical Dimensions

The drive conforms to the standard 2.5-inch U.2 form factor with precise dimensions of 100.2mm x 69.85mm x 15mm. The compact design enables high-density storage configurations in enterprise servers and storage enclosures, with weight typically under 150 grams. The robust mechanical construction ensures reliable operation in vibration-intensive datacenter environments.

Environmental Operating Conditions

Designed for continuous operation in controlled datacenter environments, the 400-BRZN operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 70°C during active use and -40°C to 85°C during non-operational storage. The drive can withstand operating altitudes up to 3,000 meters and non-operating altitudes up to 12,000 meters, with humidity tolerance ranging from 5% to 95% non-condensing.

Power Consumption Characteristics

Typical active power consumption ranges from 12-18 watts during normal operation, with peak power consumption not exceeding 25 watts during maximum performance scenarios. Advanced power management features include autonomous power state transitioning and workload-adaptive power scaling, optimizing energy efficiency without compromising performance requirements.

Shock and Vibration Tolerance

The drive withstands operational shock up to 10G (11ms duration) and non-operational shock up to 20G (11ms duration). Vibration tolerance includes operational vibration of 2.17G RMS (5-700 Hz) and non-operational vibration of 3.13G RMS (5-800 Hz). These specifications ensure reliable operation in demanding datacenter environments with multiple vibration sources.

Security Features

Firmware Architecture

The Dell 400-BRZN utilizes a sophisticated firmware architecture specifically optimized for enterprise workload characteristics. The firmware includes advanced garbage collection algorithms, wear leveling mechanisms, and background media management operations designed to maintain consistent performance while maximizing NAND flash endurance. Regular firmware updates are available through Dell's support channels to address performance optimizations and security enhancements.

Security Implementation

Comprehensive security features include TCG Enterprise OPAL 2.0 compliance with support for hardware-based AES-256 encryption. The drive supports secure erase functionality through both cryptographic erase (instant erase) and sanitize commands (block erase). Additional security capabilities include secure firmware update validation, anti-rollback protection, and comprehensive audit logging for security compliance requirements.

Data Sanitization Methods

Multiple data sanitization options are available for secure drive decommissioning or repurposing. The cryptographic erase feature renders all user data inaccessible by securely deleting the encryption key, completing within seconds regardless of drive capacity. The block erase functionality performs a physical erase of all NAND flash memory cells, meeting Department of Defense sanitization standards for highly sensitive data environments.