MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY Micron 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe SSD

MICRON 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2 Enterprise SSD – High-Performance Data Storage

• Elevate your enterprise storage infrastructure with the MICRON 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2 SSD, a cutting-edge solution engineered for demanding workloads and critical data environments. Designed with advanced 3D TLC NAND technology and a reliable NVMe interface, this solid-state drive delivers outstanding throughput, durability, and reliability for today's data-driven enterprises.

Manufacturer Details and Product Identity

• Manufacturer: MICRON Technology, Inc.
• Product Line: 9550 Series
• Model: 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2
• Part Number: MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY

Key Product Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 6.4TB of enterprise-class storage
• Form Factor: U.2 15mm, ensuring seamless server and storage array compatibility
• Interface Type: NVMe protocol for ultra-fast data access
• NAND Flash: MICRON advanced 3D TLC NAND architecture
• Mean Time to Failure (MTTF): 2.5 million device hours for consistent operational longevity

Performance Metrics and Data Handling Efficiency

This enterprise-grade SSD is engineered to accelerate both sequential and random data operations, essential for applications demanding high-speed responsiveness.

• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 14,000 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Reaches 10,000 MB/s
• Random Read (4K IOPS): 3,300K IOPS
• Random Write (4K IOPS): 640K IOPS
• 70/30 Random Read/Write (4K IOPS): 1,000K IOPS for mixed workload environments
• Typical Latency: 60 microseconds (read), 15 microseconds (write)

Physical Features and Hardware Compatibility

The MICRON 9550 Max SSD integrates effortlessly into modern enterprise infrastructures with its practical dimensions and durable build.

• Dimensions: 11.50mm (W) x 13.50mm (L) x 1.30mm (H)
• Internal Drive Type: Designed for in-server storage installations
• Interface Form: U.2 15mm design ensures broad hardware compatibility

Built for Enterprise Applications

Engineered for environments requiring consistent uptime and rapid data processing, this SSD excels in enterprise data centers, virtualization workloads, high-frequency trading systems, and large-scale database management.

• Supports latency-sensitive operations
• Optimized for mixed-use read/write workloads
• Ideal for AI/ML data processing pipelines
• Reliable for transactional and archival storage needs

Advanced Storage Technologies and Endurance

Leveraging MICRON’s proprietary 3D TLC NAND flash memory, the 9550 Max balances high-density storage with reliable performance, ensuring data integrity and workload resilience.

• Enhanced endurance ratings for sustained mixed-use performance
• Integrated error correction and wear-leveling technologies
• Resilient against high-intensity enterprise storage demands

Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2 SSD: Enterprise-Class Storage for Demanding Applications

The Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY 9550 Max 6.4TB SSD is a high-performance, enterprise-grade solid-state drive designed to meet the rigorous requirements of data-intensive environments. Built with advanced 3D TLC NAND and leveraging the power of PCIe Gen5 NVMe technology, this drive delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and endurance for mission-critical enterprise workloads.

Unmatched PCIe Gen5 NVMe Performance

With the transition to PCIe Gen5 NVMe interfaces, data centers and enterprise systems gain access to significantly increased throughput and reduced latency. The Micron 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2 SSD capitalizes on this advancement, providing sequential read and write speeds that dramatically outperform legacy interfaces. The enhanced bandwidth ensures quicker data access and more efficient processing, which is critical for applications like artificial intelligence, machine learning, real-time analytics, and large-scale virtualization.

Key Advantages of PCIe Gen5 NVMe U.2 SSDs

• Double the data rate compared to PCIe Gen4.
• Enhanced queue depth support for multitasking enterprise workloads.
• Lower latency and improved quality of service for transactional systems.
• Backward compatibility with Gen4 infrastructure for gradual data center upgrades.

Enterprise-Grade 3D TLC NAND Flash Technology

The Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY 6.4TB SSD utilizes cutting-edge 3D TLC NAND technology, offering an optimal balance between endurance, capacity, and performance. This type of NAND flash provides multiple bits per cell, allowing for greater data density and lower cost per gigabyte while maintaining the performance and durability demanded by enterprise environments.

Benefits of 3D TLC NAND in Enterprise Storage

• High endurance ratings suitable for mixed-use workloads.
• Superior performance over planar NAND technology.
• Improved thermal efficiency and power management.
• Cost-effective storage solution for large-scale deployments.

Form Factor and Interface: Optimized for Compatibility and Scalability

The 2.5-inch U.2 15mm form factor ensures seamless integration into existing enterprise server and storage infrastructures. This standardized form factor allows IT managers to upgrade storage capacities without redesigning hardware configurations. Additionally, the U.2 interface provides a robust connection, supporting hot-swapping capabilities essential for minimizing downtime in high-availability environments.

U.2 Interface Benefits for Enterprise Applications

• High bandwidth with low latency data transfers.
• Hot-swap capability for efficient drive maintenance and upgrades.
• Wide compatibility with existing enterprise server architectures.
• Scalable deployment for dynamic and growing data center requirements.

Mixed-Use Workload Optimization

The Micron 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe SSD is engineered for mixed-use applications, making it ideal for environments with a balanced combination of read and write operations. Typical use cases include online transaction processing (OLTP), virtualization, content delivery networks (CDNs), and enterprise file sharing systems. The drive's high endurance and consistent performance ensure reliability across diverse workload demands.

Enterprise Workload Applications

• Virtualized storage environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM).
• Database management systems (Oracle, Microsoft SQL, MySQL).
• Content delivery and cloud-based services.
• High-frequency trading platforms and financial systems.

Advanced Endurance and Reliability Features

In enterprise data centers, where downtime and data loss are unacceptable, storage drives must deliver consistent reliability. The Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY 9550 Max incorporates a suite of advanced technologies to safeguard data integrity and extend drive lifespan.

Data Protection and Power Loss Protection

Micron's enterprise SSDs integrate power-loss protection (PLP) technology, ensuring that in the event of an unexpected power interruption, data in transit is safely stored in non-volatile memory. End-to-end data path protection verifies data integrity at every stage of data transmission, preventing silent data corruption.

SMART Monitoring and Predictive Analytics

Micron provides advanced SMART monitoring tools and analytics capabilities, allowing administrators to track drive health, usage statistics, and performance trends. This proactive management reduces the risk of unexpected failures and simplifies maintenance scheduling.

Micron’s Commitment to Quality and Innovation

With decades of storage technology leadership, Micron continues to push the boundaries of SSD performance and reliability. The 9550 Max series benefits from rigorous validation processes, ensuring seamless operation in the most demanding enterprise applications. Each drive undergoes extensive quality control testing to meet stringent enterprise-grade standards.

Data Center Applications for the Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY SSD

This 6.4TB NVMe U.2 SSD is ideal for a range of mission-critical data center workloads where performance, endurance, and reliability cannot be compromised.

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

HPC environments benefit from the drive’s ultra-low latency and exceptional IOPS performance, ensuring rapid processing of large-scale simulations, scientific research, and engineering computations.

AI and Machine Learning Platforms

The fast sequential and random read/write capabilities support large dataset ingestion and processing for AI/ML training and inference tasks, accelerating decision-making processes.

Cloud Infrastructure

Cloud service providers can deploy the Micron 9550 Max SSD to enhance service delivery with higher throughput and improved VM density, reducing total cost of ownership while maximizing infrastructure utilization.

Micron 9550 Max 6.4TB NVMe U.2 SSD: A Future-Proof Investment

As enterprise IT infrastructures continue to evolve towards AI, 5G, and edge computing, storage solutions must be equally forward-thinking. The Micron MTFDLAL6T4THB-1BK1DABYY 9550 Max 6.4TB SSD provides the performance headroom, reliability features, and compatibility enterprises require for long-term success. Investing in PCIe Gen5 NVMe storage ensures businesses are well-positioned to meet future data challenges without compromise.

Explore the Full Range of Micron NVMe U.2 SSDs

For organizations requiring varying capacity points and endurance ratings, the Micron 9550 series offers a comprehensive lineup, ranging from 1.6TB to 30.72TB. These drives cater to a wide array of enterprise applications, from high-frequency trading and virtualized storage to video streaming and backup infrastructure.