005052155 EMC 3.84TB SAS 12GBPS 2.5 Inch RI Enterprise SSD.

Product Overview of EMC 3.84TB SAS 12GBPS SSD

Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of data-intensive applications, the EMC 005052155 offers a reliable and scalable solid-state solution for enterprise environments. With a substantial 3.84TB storage space, this 2.5-inch SAS SSD delivers both speed and stability, making it ideal for high-performance storage arrays and mission-critical systems.

General Information

• Manufacturer: EMC
• Model Number: 005052155
• Drive Type: Solid State Drive

Technical Specifications

• Interface Standard: Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12 Gb/s
• Drive Capacity: 3.84 Terabytes
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF)

Performance Highlights

• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 2100 Mbps
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 2000 Mbps
• Random 4K Read: Up to 450,000 IOPS
• Random 4K Write: Up to 58,000 IOPS
• Endurance Rating: 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day)

Compatibility & Integration

• Connection Interface: Single-port SAS 12Gb/s
• Drive Bay Compatibility: Fits into standard 2.5-inch SAS-enabled enclosures
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes, for non-disruptive serviceability

Ideal for the Following Environments:

• Cloud-based infrastructures requiring high-speed I/O
• Database servers with high transaction throughput
• Virtualization platforms demanding fast storage tiers
• Data centers looking for efficient, space-saving storage solutions

Additional Technical Features

• Low power consumption for energy-conscious operations
• Supports advanced error correction and wear-leveling algorithms
• Enterprise-grade firmware for enhanced stability

Performance Specifications

• Sequential Read Speed: ~2100 Mbps. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Sequential Write Speed: ~2000 Mbps. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Random 4 KB Read IOPS: up to 450,000 IOPS. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Random 4 KB Write IOPS: up to 58,000 IOPS. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Latencies: Low latency in both read and write access for small‑block random operations, especially under light to moderate queue depths. (Typical of enterprise SAS SSDs in this class.)

Interface & Physical Integration

The EMC 005052155 is engineered to fit seamlessly into enterprise storage systems:

• Connection Port: SAS 12Gb/s provides high‑bandwidth, reliable link suitable for server backplanes, RAID controllers, or dedicated SAS host adapters. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Drive Bay Compatibility: 2.5" bays common in blade servers, rackmount servers, storage enclosures supporting SAS form factors. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• Hot‑plug capability: In many systems, this SSD can be replaced or added without turning off the system, provided the chassis or backplane supports hot swapping.
• Firmware upgrade paths: EMC drives typically support firmware updates to address bugs, improve performance, and add features; ensure firmware version is current for optimal stability.

EMC 005052155 Read‑Intensive Enterprise SAS SSD

Defining Read‑Intensive Enterprise SSDs

In enterprise storage taxonomy, a read‑intensive Solid State Drive (SSD) category is distinguished by its optimization for workloads where reads dominate writes. These drives are designed to provide high throughput, low latency, and durability for use cases such as content delivery, data warehousing, OLAP (Online Analytical Processing), boot volumes, and file servers. The EMC 005052155 falls squarely in this category, offering performance and endurance tuned for predominantly read operations while still supporting moderate write activity.

Reliability & Longevity

Designed for enterprise use cases, this SSD maintains consistent performance with an endurance threshold of 1 DWPD, ensuring reliability in environments with moderate write workloads. Ideal for read-intensive and mixed-use applications, the drive minimizes downtime while maximizing uptime.

Deployment Flexibility

Whether you’re upgrading an existing EMC storage array or building a new high-speed server solution, the 005052155 is versatile and easy to deploy across various platforms. Its industry-standard size and interface make integration simple and efficient.

Advanced Data Transfer Capabilities

With support for a 12Gbps SAS interface, this solid-state drive ensures rapid and uninterrupted data movement. Whether managing large data pools or handling real-time analytics, the high-speed connectivity is optimized for seamless throughput.

Workloads Best Served by EMC 005052155

Data warehouses and analytics platforms where high volume reads of large datasets are frequent.Virtual machine boot volumes and operating system images, where fast read access speed significantly improves startup and response times.File servers, network attached storage (NAS), and content distribution systems which are read‑heavy and require high reliability.Database indexing, reporting, and read caching layers in a mixed read/write environment.

Reliability, Endurance & Data Protection Features

Reliability is a foundational trait in enterprise SSDs. The EMC 005052155 includes features and design choices that enhance durability and protect data integrity, especially under real‑world usage:Solid‑state design: No mechanical parts, which diminishes risk of failure due to vibration, shock, or mechanical wear. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}Error correction and firmware robustness: Built in ECC (Error Correcting Code), wear leveling, bad block management to maintain data correctness over the drive’s life.Thermal tolerance: Operates reliably across commercial temperature ranges (approximately 0 °C to ~70 °C) and performs within non‑operating thermal extremes as well. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}Endurance rating of 1 DWPD: Adequate for read‑intensive scenarios, delivering years of operational life under designed workloads. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}Data retention: Maintained even in absence of power, though for enterprise SSDs this is generally specified in datasheets (often several weeks to months depending on NAND type and conditions).

Enterprise SSD Classes Explained

This drive class focuses on read performance with modest write endurance (≈ 0.3–1 DWPD), often used for caching, indexing, or archive reads. EMC 005052155 is in this class. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}. Balanced read/write SSDs, offering higher DWPD (1–3 or more), suited for transactional databases or virtualization. More expensive per gigabyte due to higher write endurance requirements. Designed for frequent writes, logging, video editing, and similar tasks; high endurance, sacrificing some capacity or read performance efficiency to support large sustained write workloads.

Deployment Considerations & Best Practices

Integration Tips

Ensure your server or storage enclosure supports SAS 12Gb/s to extract full bandwidth; backward compatibility works, but with reduced performance.Set up a RAID or erasure coding scheme to protect against drive failure; read‑intensive SSDs still benefit from redundancy.Monitor temperatures: SSDs under load generate heat; good airflow and proper mounting hardware help maintain performance and prevent thermal throttling.Check firmware versions: updated firmware can fix bugs, improve performance, better wear leveling, or update error correction routines.

User Search Intent Scenarios

Users seeking this drive are often comparing across:Performance metrics such as random read and write IOPS, latency, especially for small block operations.Durability / endurance measured in DWPD, flash life, warranty, and expected failure modes.Compatibility with server platforms (SAS bay, power draw, firmware support, hot‑swap, etc.).