345-BGMW Dell 800GB SAS 24GBPS Mixed Use 3DWPD TLC 2.5 Inch Enterprise Class Solid State Drive

The Dell 345-BGMW 800GB SAS Enterprise SSD

The Dell 345-BGMW 800GB SAS 24Gbps Mixed Use 3DWPD TLC 2.5 Inch Solid State Drive (SSD) is a high-performance storage solution designed specifically for enterprise environments and PowerEdge servers. Combining advanced SAS interface speeds with a robust endurance rating, this SSD offers a perfect balance between reliability, speed, and capacity for mission-critical applications.

With a focus on mixed-use workloads, the Dell 345-BGMW SSD supports both read-intensive and write-intensive applications, making it highly versatile for modern enterprise storage requirements. Leveraging 3 Drive Writes Per Day (3DWPD) TLC NAND technology, it guarantees consistent performance while maintaining cost efficiency compared to traditional storage media.

Key Features of Dell 345-BGMW SSDs

High-Capacity Storage

The 800GB capacity of the Dell 345-BGMW SSD provides ample space for enterprise data, virtual machine storage, databases, and large-scale applications. This capacity is ideal for organizations seeking to reduce storage complexity while maintaining high performance.

Optimized for Virtualization

Virtualized environments require consistent read/write performance to handle multiple virtual machines simultaneously. The 800GB Dell 345-BGMW SSD ensures low latency and high IOPS, which are essential for smooth virtualization and cloud computing operations.

24Gbps SAS Interface

The Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) 24Gbps interface ensures rapid data transfer rates, making this SSD a reliable choice for demanding enterprise workloads. SAS technology provides enterprise-grade features like dual-port access, error correction, and robust reliability, which are critical for servers running mission-critical applications.

Mixed-Use Workload

The Dell 345-BGMW SSD is designed for mixed-use workloads, which combine both read and write operations. This flexibility makes it ideal for database applications, online transaction processing (OLTP), and file storage systems.

Workload Flexibility

Unlike read-heavy or write-heavy SSDs, mixed-use drives can handle a variety of operations efficiently. The 3DWPD rating ensures that even with heavy daily writes, the SSD remains reliable and maintains optimal performance throughout its lifespan.

Enterprise-Class TLC NAND Technology

Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND

TLC NAND stores three bits of data per cell, offering a balance between high storage density and cost efficiency. While TLC is generally less durable than SLC or MLC NAND, Dell’s enterprise-grade implementation ensures that the 345-BGMW drive delivers high endurance suitable for enterprise workloads.

Endurance and Reliability

The 3DWPD endurance rating indicates that the SSD can sustain writing the entire drive capacity three times per day over its warranty period without performance degradation. This high endurance makes the drive perfect for write-intensive environments, such as transactional databases or enterprise applications.

Data Integrity

Dell 345-BGMW SSDs come with built-in error correction and data protection mechanisms. These features include end-to-end data path protection, ECC (Error Correcting Code) algorithms, and wear-leveling techniques, which ensure that stored data remains accurate and secure over the lifetime of the drive.

2.5-Inch Form Factor

The 2.5-inch form factor makes the Dell 345-BGMW SSD compatible with most enterprise servers and storage arrays. This standard sizing simplifies deployment in PowerEdge servers, minimizing compatibility issues and installation time.

Hot-Swap Capabilities

Being a 2.5-inch SAS SSD, it supports hot-swapping, allowing IT administrators to replace or upgrade drives without shutting down the server. This capability reduces downtime and ensures continuous business operations.

Performance and Speed

Read-Intensive SSDs

Read-intensive SSDs are designed for workloads dominated by read operations, such as web servers, content delivery, and analytics. These drives typically have lower endurance but offer high read performance at a lower cost.

Write-Intensive SSDs

Write-intensive SSDs are optimized for workloads with frequent write operations. These drives provide higher endurance ratings than read-intensive SSDs and are suitable for transactional databases, financial systems, and high-transaction applications.

Mixed-Use SSDs

Mixed-use SSDs, like the Dell 345-BGMW, combine the features of read- and write-intensive drives. They are designed for balanced workloads where both reads and writes are significant, making them ideal for virtualization, small business applications, and enterprise servers.

Scalable Storage Solutions

Deploying Dell 345-BGMW SSDs in server arrays allows enterprises to scale storage seamlessly as business demands grow. The combination of high-capacity drives and SAS connectivity provides a flexible and expandable storage infrastructure.

Use Cases

Enterprise

High-performance enterprise applications, including ERP systems, financial transaction platforms, and customer relationship management software, require fast and reliable storage. The Dell 345-BGMW SSD ensures rapid access to critical data while maintaining durability under high workload intensity.

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

HPC applications involve intensive computational workloads that generate large amounts of data. The high throughput and low latency of the Dell 345-BGMW SSD make it a suitable choice for HPC environments, accelerating simulation, modeling, and analytics tasks.

Performance, Reliability, and Flexibility

Enterprises prioritize storage solutions that offer consistent performance, robust reliability, and flexibility for various workloads. The Dell 345-BGMW SSD excels in all these areas, making it a preferred choice for organizations running PowerEdge servers.

Future-Proof Technology

The Dell 345-BGMW SSD incorporates modern SAS interface standards, high-capacity TLC NAND, and enterprise-grade features to ensure compatibility with evolving server infrastructure and software applications. This future-proof design allows businesses to invest confidently in scalable, long-term storage solutions.