UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP Cisco 1.6TB SSD SAS 12GBPS SFF Enterprise Performance

Overview of Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP 1.6TB SSD

The Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP is a cutting-edge 1.6TB solid-state drive designed for enterprise-grade performance. Featuring a SAS 12Gb/s interface, this 2.5-inch hot-swappable SSD delivers exceptional speed and reliability, making it an ideal choice for data-intensive environments and mission-critical applications.

General Information

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Part Number: UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP
• Product Type: Enterprise Solid State Drive 

Technical Specifications

• Capacity: 1.6TB
• Interface: 12Gbps SAS
• Form Factor: Small Form Factor (SFF) 2.5-inch
• Endurance: Designed for enterprise workloads
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): High reliability rating
• Compatibility: Cisco UCS servers and storage systems
• Power Consumption: Optimized for low energy usage
• Advanced Features: ECC, wear-leveling, power-loss protection

Interface and Connectivity

• Single SAS 12Gb/s port for high-speed data communication
• Supports enterprise-level hot-swappable functionality
• Compatible with standard 2.5-inch bays

Compatibility and Integration

• B200 M5 Blade Server (2.5-inch)
• B200 M5 Blade Server (Tracer) (2.5-inch)
• B480 M5 Blade Server (2.5-inch)
• Smartplay Select B200 M5 Series: Basic, Advanced, High Core, High Frequency, and Standard models (2.5-inch)
• Tracer variants for selected Smartplay configurations

Deployment Advantages

• Seamless integration with CISCO UCS infrastructure for simplified management
• Reduces downtime with hot-swap capability, enabling drive replacement without server shutdown
• Boosts system performance by leveraging high-speed SAS connectivity
• Reliable for enterprise workloads, from virtualization to database management

The Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP 1.6TB SAS 12GBPS SSD

The Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP 1.6TB SAS 12Gbps Enterprise Performance SFF SSD is a high-performance solid-state drive engineered for mission-critical enterprise applications. Designed to deliver exceptional speed, reliability, and endurance, this SAS SSD integrates seamlessly into Cisco UCS server environments, providing enhanced storage efficiency for demanding workloads.

Performance and Speed Advantages

The Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP excels in high-performance environments requiring fast and reliable access to data. With a 12Gbps SAS interface, the SSD offers accelerated read/write speeds, significantly reducing latency compared to traditional hard disk drives. Enterprise applications such as databases, virtualization platforms, and analytics workloads benefit from its consistent IOPS performance.

Read and Write Optimization

This SSD utilizes advanced NAND flash technology, ensuring rapid sequential and random read/write operations. Optimized for enterprise workloads, it minimizes bottlenecks during high-intensity operations, improving overall server efficiency and response times.

Low Latency Performance

Designed for environments where every millisecond counts, the Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP provides minimal latency, enabling faster access to critical business data. This feature is particularly beneficial for transactional databases, financial applications, and virtualization environments where performance consistency is essential.

Reliability and Endurance

Enterprise-grade SSDs like the Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP are built to handle rigorous workloads over extended periods. This SAS SSD incorporates advanced error detection and correction mechanisms to maintain data integrity and reduce the risk of data loss.

Data Protection Features

With enterprise reliability in mind, the Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP supports power-loss protection, end-to-end data path protection, and advanced error correction codes (ECC), safeguarding your critical business data against unexpected failures.

Compatibility with Cisco UCS 

Specifically designed for Cisco UCS (Unified Computing System) infrastructure, this SSD integrates seamlessly with Cisco UCS servers and storage arrays. It is fully supported by Cisco UCS Manager, allowing for easy deployment, monitoring, and management of storage resources.

Seamless Integration

The SFF form factor and 12Gbps SAS interface ensure compatibility with a wide range of Cisco UCS chassis and blade servers. IT administrators can expand storage capacity without compromising system performance or reliability.

Database and Analytics Workloads

Enterprise databases and real-time analytics applications benefit from the drive’s low latency and high IOPS performance. Large-scale transactions and query-intensive operations are executed efficiently, reducing overall processing time.

High-Performance Computing 

For HPC applications requiring rapid access to large datasets, the Cisco UCS-SD16TSASS3-EP delivers the speed and reliability necessary to maintain workflow continuity and accelerate scientific simulations, rendering, and complex computations.

Database Acceleration

High-speed read/write performance accelerates database transactions, providing faster query responses and improved application throughput.

Big Data and Analytics

Large-scale analytics workloads benefit from rapid data access, enabling quicker insights and supporting data-driven decision-making across enterprise operations.