WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 Sandisk Ultrastar DC SN655 61.44TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4b U.3 15mm TCG Ruby SSD

Sandisk Ultrastar DC SN655 61.44TB SSD 

The Sandisk Ultrastar DC SN655 61.44TB is a high-capacity enterprise-grade solid state drive designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability. Leveraging the latest PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4b interface, this drive provides ultra-fast data transfer rates suitable for demanding workloads and data center environments.

Key Specifications of Ultrastar DC SN655 SSD

General Information

• Manufacturer: Sandisk
• Product Line: Ultrastar
• Model Number: WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4
• Series: Ultrastar DC SN655
• Device Type: Enterprise Solid State Drive
• Form Factor: U.3 15mm
• Storage Capacity: 61.44TB
• Endurance: 1 DW/D
• Maximum Petabytes Written: 14.0 PBW

Interface & Connectivity

• Connector Type: PCIe
• Interface: PCIe Gen4, NVMe 1.4b

Performance Highlights

Sequential and Random Speed Metrics

• Sequential Read: 4300 MB/s
• Sequential Write: 3150 MB/s
• Random Read: 890,000 IOPS
• Random Write: 29,000 IOPS

Latency & Efficiency

• Read Latency: 115 μs
• Write Latency: 40 μs

Power Consumption & Management

Operating & Idle Power

• Power Requirements: +12V, 3.3V
• Operating Power Modes: 16W, 20W (default)
• Idle Power: Less than 8W

Energy-Efficient Features

The drive incorporates advanced power management technologies to minimize energy usage during low activity periods, ensuring optimal data center efficiency.

Environmental and Physical Details

Temperature Ranges

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Non-operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

Durability and Reliability

Engineered for enterprise workloads, the Ultrastar DC SN655 provides robust endurance, high data reliability, and TCG Ruby encryption to safeguard sensitive data, making it ideal for high-intensity applications such as cloud storage, virtualization, and database operations.

Enterprise-Grade Features

Advanced Data Protection

• TCG Ruby encryption support
• End-to-end data protection mechanisms
• Consistent low-latency performance under heavy workloads

Scalable Deployment

Its high capacity and superior performance make the Ultrastar DC SN655 perfect for data centers, cloud services, and large-scale storage infrastructures requiring reliable and scalable SSD solutions.

Data Center Efficiency

The combination of high sequential read/write speeds, low latency, and energy-efficient operation makes this SSD an ideal choice for modern data centers aiming to maximize throughput while minimizing operational costs.

Sandisk WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 SSD

The Sandisk WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 Ultrastar DC SN655 61.44TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4b U.3 15mm TCG Ruby Solid State Drive represents the pinnacle of enterprise-class storage solutions. Designed for data centers, cloud infrastructures, and mission-critical applications, this SSD combines exceptional performance with reliability and advanced security features. Utilizing the PCIe Gen4 interface, it provides faster data transfer rates compared to previous generations, enabling organizations to manage high-intensity workloads efficiently. The U.3 15mm form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage systems, facilitating seamless integration and deployment.

PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4b Technology for High-Performance Computing

The Ultrastar DC SN655 leverages PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4b technology, delivering significant improvements in both sequential and random read/write performance. This cutting-edge interface enables up to double the throughput of PCIe Gen3, reducing latency and optimizing I/O operations. Enterprises can experience accelerated application response times, enhanced database performance, and improved virtual machine deployment efficiency. The NVMe 1.4b protocol also introduces advanced features such as improved end-to-end data protection and enhanced command set optimizations, making it ideal for demanding environments such as real-time analytics, AI-driven workloads, and high-performance computing clusters.

Unmatched Storage Capacity of 61.44 Terabytes

With a massive 61.44TB storage capacity, the WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 Ultrastar DC SN655 caters to organizations requiring extensive data retention without compromising speed or reliability. This high-capacity SSD allows enterprises to consolidate storage tiers, reduce the need for additional devices, and lower overall total cost of ownership. By accommodating large datasets directly on a single drive, businesses benefit from simplified storage management and faster access to critical information. This capacity is particularly advantageous for applications in big data analytics, video rendering, cloud storage, and virtualization where data volumes continue to grow exponentially.

Enterprise-Class Endurance and Reliability

The Ultrastar DC SN655 is engineered for high endurance, supporting sustained write-intensive workloads with confidence. Its enterprise-grade NAND flash and advanced error correction mechanisms ensure data integrity over prolonged usage. The drive’s Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) is optimized for 24/7 operational environments, reducing the risk of downtime and system interruptions. Built-in power loss protection safeguards data in the event of unexpected power outages, preserving both user information and system metadata. This combination of durability and resilience makes it an ideal choice for mission-critical applications where uptime and data reliability are paramount.

Advanced Security with TCG Ruby Encryption

Security is a core component of the WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 SSD. The TCG Ruby encryption technology provides hardware-based data protection, safeguarding sensitive information against unauthorized access and potential breaches. This feature ensures that all stored data remains encrypted at rest, complying with enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements. Administrators can implement secure erase procedures, ensuring that decommissioned drives do not expose residual data. Additionally, the SSD supports robust key management and encryption protocols, integrating seamlessly into secure IT infrastructures to maintain organizational compliance and data confidentiality.

Optimized Thermal and Power Efficiency

Designed for high-density storage environments, the Ultrastar DC SN655 incorporates advanced thermal management technologies that maintain optimal operating temperatures. Intelligent thermal throttling ensures consistent performance under heavy workloads while preventing overheating and hardware stress. Moreover, the drive achieves impressive power efficiency for its class, reducing energy consumption without compromising performance. Lower power draw translates to reduced operational costs, making it a sustainable choice for large-scale deployments. These features are essential for data centers striving to balance performance demands with energy efficiency objectives.

Versatile U.3 15mm Form Factor Compatibility

The U.3 15mm form factor provides versatile compatibility with a broad range of server and storage platforms. This standard allows seamless integration into existing infrastructures without the need for specialized adapters, simplifying hardware upgrades and deployments. Data centers can deploy the WUS5EC1C1ESP7Y4 in various RAID configurations to optimize performance and redundancy. The form factor also supports hot-swapping capabilities, enabling administrators to replace or upgrade drives without interrupting operations. This flexibility enhances system uptime and overall infrastructure efficiency.

Performance Metrics for Enterprise Workloads

The Ultrastar DC SN655 delivers exceptional performance metrics across multiple workload scenarios. Sequential read speeds reach impressive levels, enabling rapid data access for large file transfers, media streaming, and backup operations. Random read/write IOPS are optimized to handle transactional databases, virtualization, and analytics applications with minimal latency. Quality of Service (QoS) is maintained even under mixed workload conditions, ensuring consistent throughput and predictable performance. These performance characteristics make the drive suitable for applications demanding both speed and reliability simultaneously.

Advanced Error Correction and Data Integrity

Data integrity is ensured through sophisticated error correction codes (ECC) and end-to-end data protection features. The Ultrastar DC SN655 utilizes advanced LDPC ECC algorithms to detect and correct potential errors during read and write operations, minimizing data corruption risks. Additional features such as cyclic redundancy checks (CRC) and background media scans further enhance data reliability. This comprehensive approach to error management is critical for enterprises storing sensitive information or managing transactional workloads that require absolute data accuracy.

Applications in Data Centers and Cloud Environments

Optimized for data centers, cloud storage, and hyperscale environments, the Ultrastar DC SN655 accommodates workloads requiring high throughput and low latency. Cloud service providers benefit from reduced storage footprint while maintaining rapid access to customer data. Enterprise virtualization platforms gain the ability to support multiple virtual machines on fewer physical drives, optimizing storage density. Additionally, the drive is suitable for AI and machine learning applications, where large datasets must be accessed and processed in real-time, providing the performance consistency required for model training and inference tasks.

Big Data Analytics and High-Performance Computing

For big data analytics and high-performance computing (HPC) applications, the Ultrastar DC SN655 offers unmatched advantages. Its high IOPS and low latency capabilities accelerate the processing of massive datasets, enabling faster insights and decision-making. Researchers and engineers can leverage the drive’s storage performance for simulation, modeling, and data-intensive computational tasks. By reducing bottlenecks in data access, organizations can achieve higher throughput and more efficient utilization of compute resources, ultimately improving overall system performance.

Enterprise Backup and Archival Solutions

The SSD also plays a crucial role in enterprise backup and archival solutions. Its high capacity allows organizations to consolidate multiple backup datasets on a single drive, streamlining storage management and reducing hardware complexity. The reliability and endurance of the Ultrastar DC SN655 ensure that backup data remains intact over long retention periods, providing peace of mind for IT administrators. Moreover, hardware-based encryption protects archived data, making it suitable for compliance-driven industries such as finance, healthcare, and government sectors.