Dell 400-BSKH 960GB PCI-E Gen4 NVMe Read Intensive SSD.

The Dell 400-BSKH 960GB PCI-E Gen4 NVMe SSD

The Dell 400-BSKH 960GB PCI-E Gen4 NVMe Read Intensive Enterprise Solid State Drive is engineered to meet the high-performance data storage demands of enterprise environments. Designed specifically for Dell PowerEdge servers, this SSD delivers next-level speed, reliability, and scalability for data-driven workloads. It ensures optimal system performance in read-intensive applications like virtualization, analytics, and high-volume transaction processing.

High-Speed PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD

Leveraging PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe technology, the Dell 400-BSKH SSD offers remarkable data throughput and reduced latency. This architecture doubles the bandwidth compared to PCIe Gen3, ensuring servers operate at maximum efficiency. With sequential read speeds exceeding 7000 MB/s, it enables faster data access, reduced bottlenecks, and improved responsiveness across mission-critical workloads.

Read Intensive 

This 960GB Dell NVMe Read Intensive SSD is optimized for environments with heavy read workloads and moderate write cycles. It’s ideal for data warehousing, online transaction processing (OLTP), content delivery, and virtualization. With a durability rating of 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD), it provides dependable endurance suitable for sustained daily usage in enterprise applications.

Reliability and Endurance 

Enterprise data centers require dependable storage solutions that can handle continuous workloads without compromising data integrity. The Dell 400-BSKH drive integrates robust reliability mechanisms, ensuring consistent uptime and reduced maintenance costs. Dell’s firmware validation guarantees compatibility and stability across supported server platforms.

Compatibility

The Dell 400-BSKH 960GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD integrates seamlessly with a broad range of Dell PowerEdge servers, ensuring full operational support and peak performance. It’s validated and tested to work natively with Dell’s integrated RAID controllers, hot-swap bays, and storage management tools, making it easy to deploy in both existing and new infrastructures.

Energy Efficiency 

The Dell 960GB NVMe Gen4 SSD provides enterprise-grade efficiency with lower power consumption and reduced heat output compared to spinning disks. Its solid-state architecture translates to significant energy savings over time, particularly in large-scale data center environments. This results in improved thermal efficiency, enabling denser server configurations with minimal cooling requirements.

Advanced NAND Flash

At the core of the Dell 400-BSKH SSD lies advanced 3D NAND flash memory coupled with an enterprise-grade NVMe controller. This combination delivers superior throughput and long-term reliability. The high-density NAND enables greater capacity in compact 2.5-inch form factors, while the controller ensures balanced read and write workloads across multiple NAND channels.

Form Factor and Hot-Swap Functionality

The Dell 400-BSKH 960GB SSD features a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor, making it ideal for enterprise rack and tower servers. Its hot-swap capability allows drives to be replaced or upgraded without system downtime, enhancing operational flexibility. This ensures continuity in mission-critical environments such as financial services, healthcare, and e-commerce platforms.

Scalability for Expanding Data Centers

As enterprise data continues to grow exponentially, the Dell 400-BSKH NVMe SSD offers scalable storage performance suitable for both small deployments and hyperscale data centers. Its ability to handle intense workloads with low latency ensures that organizations can scale storage capacity while maintaining peak efficiency.

Future-Proof 

Deploying the Dell 400-BSKH 960GB PCI-E Gen4 NVMe SSD helps organizations prepare for future technological advancements. With PCIe Gen4 scalability, backward compatibility, and enterprise-class firmware updates, it’s a future-ready solution that ensures IT infrastructure remains efficient and adaptable for years to come.

Durability and Consistent Performance

Unlike consumer-grade SSDs, the Dell 400-BSKH drive is built for long-term enterprise reliability. It delivers predictable performance under sustained workloads, ensuring consistent throughput and latency even after years of operation. Its advanced firmware minimizes performance degradation over time.