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Overview of Kioxia 12.8TB SAS 24GBPS Solid State Drive (KPM6XVUG12T8)

The Kioxia 12.8TB SAS 24GBPS Solid State Drive, model KPM6XVUG12T8, from the PM6-V series, is an advanced storage solution designed for enterprise-level applications. With its 12.8TB capacity, this U.2 2.5-inch form factor SSD is engineered to handle demanding workloads in data centers, cloud storage systems, and high-performance computing environments. The KPM6XVUG12T8 leverages Kioxia's proprietary BiCS Flash™ TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND technology, offering impressive endurance, performance, and reliability.

Equipped with a 24GBPS SAS interface, the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 delivers exceptional data transfer speeds, making it ideal for mixed-use applications that require rapid read and write access. Whether for transactional workloads, cloud storage, virtualization, or high-demand computing tasks, this SSD provides the robust features and reliability needed for mission-critical enterprise operations. With advanced features like power loss protection, end-to-end data protection, and high endurance ratings, it ensures that users can count on consistent performance even in the most demanding environments.

Key Features of the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 12.8TB SSD

• Large Storage Capacity: 12.8TB storage capacity provides ample room for data-heavy applications, making it perfect for enterprise environments with large-scale storage requirements.
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch U.2 form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of servers, storage systems, and data center environments.
• 24GBPS SAS Interface: Fast data transfer rates with 24GBPS SAS interface offer low latency, high throughput, and minimal bottlenecks in data access.
• BiCS Flash™ TLC Technology: Kioxia’s advanced BiCS Flash™ TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND technology ensures better endurance and faster read/write speeds.
• High Endurance: Rated with 3 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day), ensuring reliable performance even under heavy write-intensive workloads.
• Power Loss Protection: In the event of power failure, this SSD includes power loss protection to preserve data integrity and avoid corruption.
• Reliability and Durability: MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 2.5 million hours and a high reliability rating to minimize the risk of downtime in critical environments.

Performance Characteristics

The Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 solid-state drive delivers outstanding performance that caters to the high demands of enterprise applications, including cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and database storage. This drive provides:

Sequential Read and Write Speeds

With sequential read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 2,500 MB/s, the Kioxia 12.8TB SAS SSD ensures rapid access to stored data. These fast speeds are essential for applications that require large volumes of data to be accessed quickly, such as high-performance computing tasks, enterprise data processing, and big data analytics.

Random Read and Write Performance

In addition to fast sequential speeds, the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 also excels in random read and write operations. This is crucial for applications that involve small, scattered data writes and reads, such as transaction processing systems and virtualized environments. The SSD offers up to 750,000 IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) for random reads and up to 200,000 IOPS for random writes, ensuring smooth performance under heavy multi-tasking workloads.

Application Scenarios for the Kioxia 12.8TB SAS SSD

The Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 12.8TB SSD is designed to meet the storage needs of a variety of high-performance applications. Key use cases for this drive include:

• Data Centers: With its high capacity, reliability, and fast performance, this SSD is perfect for large-scale data centers where uptime and speed are critical.
• Cloud Computing: For cloud infrastructure providers, the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 offers scalable and fast storage solutions that can handle heavy workloads and virtualized environments.
• Virtualization: Ideal for environments running multiple virtual machines or VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure), this SSD ensures low-latency storage with fast read and write speeds.
• Big Data and Analytics: The large capacity and high performance of the Kioxia SSD make it an excellent choice for big data applications that require quick access to large datasets for real-time analysis.
• Transactional Databases: With high endurance and fast IOPS, this SSD is well-suited for applications involving high volumes of transactional data, such as online banking or e-commerce platforms.

Endurance and Reliability of the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8

Drive Endurance and DWPD Rating

The Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 12.8TB SSD is engineered for high endurance with a 3 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) rating. This means the drive can endure up to three full capacity writes per day for its entire lifespan, ensuring reliable operation even under heavy, write-intensive conditions. This makes the SSD suitable for workloads like big data processing, database management, and virtualized systems that require substantial write operations throughout the day.

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

With a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 2.5 million hours, the Kioxia 12.8TB SSD offers exceptional reliability and minimal downtime. The high MTBF rating indicates that the drive is less likely to experience hardware failure, reducing the need for costly replacements or repairs. This reliability is critical for enterprise environments that rely on continuous, non-stop access to stored data.

Power Loss Protection (PLP)

Power loss protection is an essential feature in enterprise-grade SSDs, and the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 does not disappoint. In the event of an unexpected power failure, the drive includes capacitors that provide enough energy to allow for a safe shutdown and data flushing, preventing data corruption and ensuring that data is preserved even during power outages. This feature is critical for mission-critical applications where data integrity is paramount, such as financial transactions, healthcare data management, and other highly regulated industries.

Environmental Resilience

Temperature and Humidity Tolerance

Operating in diverse environments, the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 is built to withstand varying temperature conditions. The drive operates effectively within an operating temperature range of 0°C to 73°C, ensuring it remains reliable in environments with fluctuating ambient temperatures. Additionally, the SSD can tolerate non-operating temperatures from -40°C to 85°C, making it suitable for transportation or storage in harsh conditions.

The SSD is also designed to operate in environments with humidity levels ranging from 5% to 95% relative humidity (RH), ensuring stable operation without the risk of data loss or performance degradation even in humid conditions.

Vibration and Shock Resistance

The Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 is engineered to handle physical stresses, offering excellent vibration and shock resistance. It can endure operational vibrations of up to 2.17Grms across the 5 to 800Hz frequency range, making it resilient in environments subject to mechanical vibrations, such as data centers with high server densities or mobile storage applications. Moreover, the drive is shock-resistant, capable of withstanding up to 1,000G of shock tolerance (at 0.5ms), ensuring it continues to function even in environments with potential physical disturbances.

Power Efficiency

Despite offering high performance, the Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 remains power efficient. The drive has a typical active power consumption of just 25W and consumes only 5W during idle periods. This power efficiency helps reduce operating costs in data centers and enterprise environments, as well as contribute to a more eco-friendly IT infrastructure. The low power consumption, coupled with high performance, ensures that businesses can maintain cost-effective operations while meeting the storage demands of modern applications.

Security Features and Data Protection

End-to-End Data Protection

The Kioxia KPM6XVUG12T8 provides comprehensive data protection with end-to-end data integrity features. This ensures that data remains consistent and error-free during transfer between the host and the drive. End-to-end data protection guarantees that any issues during data transmission will be detected and corrected, which is crucial for enterprise applications where data corruption could lead to severe consequences, such as financial losses or compromised customer information.