Western Digital HUSTR7638ASS200 3.84TB SAS-12GBPS 3d TLC Nand Ise 2.5-inch SFF SSD

The Western Digital HUSTR7638ASS200 3.84TB SAS-12Gbps 3D TLC NAND ISE 2.5-inch SFF SSD is an advanced enterprise-grade solid state drive engineered for demanding storage infrastructures. Leveraging 3D TLC NAND technology and self-encrypting capabilities, this SSD ensures reliability, endurance, and high throughput essential for mission-critical workloads. With a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 12Gbps interface, it offers exceptional performance, scalability, and integration for modern data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise storage arrays.

Key Features of Western Digital HUSTR7638ASS200 3.84TB SSD

• Large storage capacity of 3.84TB for enterprise workloads
• SAS 12Gbps interface ensuring low latency and high bandwidth
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) for optimized density and compatibility
• 3D TLC NAND flash memory for durability and efficiency
• Instant Secure Erase (ISE) technology for data protection
• Optimized for read-intensive workloads and mixed applications
• Enterprise-class endurance with consistent IOPS performance

Performance Advantages

High-Speed Data Processing

With the SAS-12Gbps connection, the HUSTR7638ASS200 ensures rapid sequential read/write speeds and low response times. This makes it ideal for transaction-heavy databases, virtualization, and analytics platforms. The robust SAS interface also guarantees higher reliability and advanced error correction compared to SATA SSDs.

Enterprise-Optimized IOPS

Engineered for consistent Input/Output Operations per Second (IOPS), this SSD delivers sustained performance under mixed workloads. Whether running ERP systems, OLTP databases, or real-time analytics, the HUSTR7638ASS200 maintains stable throughput without bottlenecks.

Technology Behind the HUSTR7638ASS200 SSD

3D TLC NAND Architecture

The integration of 3D Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND provides a balance between endurance, cost-effectiveness, and capacity. This flash memory technology enables greater density per cell while ensuring reliable write performance suitable for enterprise usage.

Instant Secure Erase (ISE)

Data protection is a critical aspect of enterprise SSDs. The HUSTR7638ASS200 features ISE technology, which allows instant sanitization of stored information. This feature is particularly important for industries where data compliance, confidentiality, and secure disposal are mandatory.

Use Cases in Enterprise Environments

Virtualized Data Centers

Enterprises deploying virtualized infrastructures benefit from the HUSTR7638ASS200's ability to handle multiple simultaneous workloads. With low latency and scalable bandwidth, it enhances the efficiency of VMware, Hyper-V, and cloud-native workloads.

High-Performance Databases

The drive is an excellent solution for SQL, Oracle, and NoSQL databases, offering reduced query response times and accelerated transaction processing. Its predictable performance ensures uninterrupted business operations even during peak demands.

Cloud Storage and Big Data Analytics

For organizations running cloud-based applications, distributed storage systems, and large-scale analytics, the HUSTR7638ASS200 supports data integrity and efficiency. Its endurance and performance ensure smooth operation of Hadoop clusters, AI workloads, and machine learning platforms.

Reliability and Endurance

Enterprise-Class Durability

The Western Digital HUSTR7638ASS200 is built for 24/7 operational environments. It incorporates advanced wear-leveling, error correction, and end-to-end data path protection to maximize SSD lifespan. Its endurance profile ensures it withstands continuous read-intensive operations.

Power-Loss Protection

To safeguard data integrity during unexpected power outages, the drive integrates power-loss protection mechanisms. This ensures that critical data in transit is preserved, minimizing risks of corruption or data loss.

Compatibility and Form Factor

Featuring a 2.5-inch SFF design, the HUSTR7638ASS200 is compatible with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage arrays. Its SAS interface provides backward compatibility with 6Gbps SAS systems, ensuring smooth integration in mixed infrastructure environments.

Benefits for Enterprise Storage Deployments

• Improved application responsiveness and reduced latency
• Enhanced data protection and compliance through ISE
• Scalable performance across multiple workloads
• Optimized cost-to-performance ratio with 3D TLC NAND
• Future-ready storage with SAS-12Gbps bandwidth

Comparison with Other Enterprise SSDs

SAS vs SATA Interfaces

Compared to enterprise SATA drives, the SAS-12Gbps interface of this SSD provides superior throughput, error correction, and scalability. While SATA SSDs are often used in entry-level applications, the HUSTR7638ASS200 is designed for mission-critical, high-demand storage infrastructures.

SAS SSDs vs NVMe SSDs

While NVMe SSDs deliver extreme performance, SAS SSDs like the HUSTR7638ASS200 offer a strong balance between performance, reliability, and integration. Many enterprises with legacy SAS environments prefer SAS SSDs for seamless upgrades.