MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY Micron 9550 PRO 15.36TB NVMe SSD.

Micron 9550 Pro 15.36TB NVMe U.2 Enterprise SSD Highlights

• Designed for modern enterprise storage demands, the Micron 9550 Pro 15.36TB SSD combines next-generation NVMe technology with advanced 3D TLC NAND flash, delivering outstanding data throughput and reliability for mission-critical infrastructure.

Product Essentials

• Manufacturer: Micron Technology
• Model Number: MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY
• Product Series: 9550 Pro
• Drive Format: U.2 (15mm) Internal SSD

Technical Specifications

• Total Capacity: 15.36 Terabytes
• Interface Protocol: NVMe
• Flash Type: Micron 3D TLC NAND
• Form Factor Dimensions: 69.85mm x 100.45mm x 15.00mm
• Expected Operational Life: 2 Million Device Hours (MTTF)

Exceptional Performance Benchmarks

• The Micron 9550 Pro ensures peak performance with impressive sequential and random read/write capabilities, making it a preferred choice for enterprise applications with high-intensity workloads.

Sequential Data Transfer Speeds

• Read Throughput: Up to 14,000 MB/s
• Write Performance: Reaches up to 10,000 MB/s

Random Input/Output Operations

• Random Read: 3,300K IOPS
• Random Write: 400K IOPS
• 70/30 Mixed Workload (Read/Write): Delivers 970K IOPS

Latency Efficiency

• Typical Read Latency: 60 microseconds
• Typical Write Latency: 15 microseconds

Reliability & Endurance Built for Enterprise

• Engineered for continuous operation and demanding data center environments, the 9550 Pro is equipped with enterprise-class endurance and consistent, predictable performance under varied workloads.

Durability Features

• Prolonged operational lifespan with 2 million device hours MTBF
• Advanced error correction and data path protection mechanisms
• Optimized for mixed-use applications requiring both high performance and endurance

Ideal Use Cases

• Data warehousing and analytics infrastructure
• Cloud storage and virtualization platforms
• Enterprise transaction processing and database management
• High-performance computing clusters

Physical Attributes

• Dimensions: 69.85mm (W) x 100.45mm (D) x 15.00mm (H)
• Compact 2.5-inch U.2 form factor for seamless server integration
• Engineered to support hot-plug capability for efficient maintenance

Explore the Power and Reliability of Micron 9550 PRO U.2 Enterprise NVMe SSDs

The Micron MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY 15.36TB 2.5-inch NVMe 9550 PRO U.2 SSD represents the pinnacle of enterprise-grade storage solutions. Built to meet the growing demands of modern data centers, cloud computing environments, and high-performance transactional systems, this drive combines state-of-the-art PCIe Gen4 NVMe architecture with advanced 3D TLC NAND technology. Its U.2 form factor ensures easy integration into existing server infrastructures while offering unmatched performance, endurance, and data protection features tailored for business-critical applications.

Category Overview: Enterprise U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSDs

The enterprise storage market continues to evolve rapidly, with U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSDs emerging as a leading solution for organizations seeking to balance high performance with operational efficiency. The U.2 interface, formerly known as SFF-8639, provides a hot-swappable, high-bandwidth connection ideal for enterprise servers, storage arrays, and high-availability applications. When paired with the fourth generation of PCI Express technology, these SSDs deliver significant throughput and latency improvements compared to traditional SATA and even PCIe Gen3-based solutions.

Advantages of U.2 Form Factor in Enterprise Environments

U.2 drives offer several critical advantages over other enterprise storage formats:

• Hot-swap capability for non-disruptive maintenance and scalability
• Compatibility with existing 2.5-inch storage bays
• High-density storage configurations in enterprise chassis
• Robust physical connector designed for server-grade reliability
• Supports NVMe protocol for accelerated storage performance

Key Benefits of PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs

The transition to PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs provides a transformative increase in bandwidth and I/O capabilities, essential for data-intensive applications such as:

• Virtualized and cloud-native data centers
• High-frequency trading platforms
• AI and machine learning workloads
• Enterprise relational and NoSQL database servers
• Content delivery networks and media streaming infrastructures

Micron 9550 PRO SSD Series Features

The Micron 9550 PRO series integrates the latest storage advancements to ensure predictable, sustained performance and endurance. Each drive in this category is engineered to exceed the demands of enterprise workloads while maximizing TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) advantages through improved energy efficiency and longevity.

3D TLC NAND Flash Memory Architecture

Built with advanced 3D TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND, the Micron MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY SSD delivers a compelling balance of capacity, durability, and performance. 3D TLC NAND stacks multiple layers of flash cells, achieving higher storage density while optimizing read/write latencies. This configuration ensures a steady performance curve across mixed and read-intensive workloads while maintaining robust data retention and reliability characteristics.

Enterprise-Class Endurance and Performance

The 9550 PRO U.2 NVMe SSD series is purpose-built for environments requiring consistent, high-volume data transfers and simultaneous I/O operations. Performance highlights include:

• Sequential read speeds exceeding 6,800 MB/s
• Sequential write performance up to 6,000 MB/s
• Up to 1,400,000 random read IOPS
• Industry-leading latency profiles for mission-critical applications

With high endurance ratings, these drives support demanding write-heavy operations, reducing downtime risks and operational overhead.

Advanced Data Protection and Security

Protecting enterprise data integrity is paramount. The Micron MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY 9550 PRO integrates comprehensive security and reliability features, including:

End-to-End Data Path Protection

Designed to ensure every bit of data is transferred accurately, end-to-end data path protection verifies data integrity at multiple points within the drive. This functionality reduces the risk of silent data corruption, a critical factor in enterprise and cloud infrastructure environments.

Power Loss Protection (PLP)

The integrated Power Loss Protection system preserves in-flight data during unexpected power failures. This safeguards against data loss by utilizing supercapacitors that provide enough residual power to safely complete pending writes to NAND.

Support for Secure Erase and Cryptographic Erase

For sensitive applications and compliance requirements, the 9550 PRO series supports multiple data sanitization features, including secure erase and cryptographic erase, enabling quick, verifiable data destruction when necessary.

Use Cases and Application Workloads

The high capacity and rapid data access capabilities of the Micron 9550 PRO 15.36TB U.2 NVMe SSD make it a versatile choice for a broad spectrum of enterprise applications:

High-Performance Database Servers

Support for millions of random IOPS and low latencies allows database administrators to optimize transaction throughput and response times for applications like Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and SAP HANA.

AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data Analytics

Complex AI models and data analytics platforms require ultra-fast access to massive datasets. The Micron MTFDLAL15T3THA-1BK1DABYY delivers the sustained performance necessary for rapid data ingestion and model training workflows.

Virtualized Data Center Environments

High VM densities and multi-tenant workloads benefit from the drive’s predictable performance and QoS (Quality of Service) optimization. This ensures consistent latency and IOPS performance across virtualized enterprise infrastructures.

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) and Media Streaming

High throughput and rapid sequential read capabilities make the 9550 PRO ideal for media streaming, web hosting, and cloud storage providers requiring seamless data delivery to large audiences.

High Storage Density with Space Efficiency

In environments where physical rack space is at a premium, the 2.5-inch U.2 form factor enables high-density deployments, allowing data centers to pack more terabytes per server node without compromising airflow or thermal performance.

Consistency, Reliability, and Proven Micron Quality

As a globally recognized leader in memory and storage technology, Micron ensures that every enterprise SSD undergoes stringent validation and quality assurance processes. The 9550 PRO U.2 series is no exception, offering reliability metrics and operational consistency demanded by mission-critical enterprise deployments.

Available Capacities and Model Variants

The Micron 9550 PRO U.2 SSD category includes a range of capacities to support diverse enterprise requirements. Common variants include:

• 3.84TB NVMe U.2 SSD
• 7.68TB NVMe U.2 SSD
• 15.36TB NVMe U.2 SSD
• 30.72TB NVMe U.2 SSD (available for ultra-high-capacity configurations)