Name: 7NKWN Dell 3.84TB SAS 24Gb/s 2.5-in Read-Intensive Hot-Plug SSD (1 DWPD)
Brand: Dell
SKU: 7NKWN
Price: 3160.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 7NKWN SSD provides 3.84TB of storage with a 24Gb/s SAS interface in a 2.5-inch form factor. It is designed specifically for read-intensive use cases, offering 1 DWPD endurance and hot-plug capability for enterprise server applications.

General Information
Brand	Dell

Technical Information
Capacity	3.84TB
NAND Flash	3D NAND
Memory Technology	Enterprise Triple-Level Cell (eTLC)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SAS 24Gb/s
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Performance
Endurance (TBW)	7008 TB

Physical Characteristics
Weight	0.60
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Dell 7NKWN is a 3.84TB solid-state drive (SSD) designed for enterprise storage environments. It utilizes a 24Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, providing connectivity typically found in data centers and server infrastructures. This 2.5-inch hot-plug SSD is optimized for read-intensive workloads, supporting applications where consistent read performance is critical. This SSD is generally deployed in Dell server systems requiring reliable, high-capacity storage with balanced endurance. IT professionals managing storage arrays benefit from its capability to handle demanding read operations while maintaining data integrity. Key Features 3.84TB storage capacity for large datasets SAS interface operating at 24Gb/s for fast data transfer 2.5-inch size compatible with standard server bays Read-intensive design with 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) endurance rating Hot-pluggable for easy replacement and maintenance The 7NKWN SSD plays a significant role in enterprise storage by supporting workloads that prioritize read operations, such as database querying and virtualization. Its hot-plug design simplifies maintenance in server environments, allowing replacement without downtime.

Use Cases
The Dell 7NKWN is typically used in data center and enterprise server environments where large-scale read operations are common. It suits workloads that require consistent read throughput and reliable storage capacity for data-intensive applications. How It's Used: In database servers where frequent read queries dominate workload patterns Within virtualization hosts requiring dependable read storage for multiple virtual machines In analytics platforms processing large volumes of data with read-oriented access For content delivery systems that serve data primarily through read operations In storage arrays prioritizing endurance suitable for read-heavy scenarios This SSD serves as a reliable storage medium for maintaining performance in read-centric operations. Its endurance rating and form factor make it suitable for integration into enterprise-class storage solutions without extensive configuration.

FAQ's
What interface does the Dell 7NKWN SSD use? The Dell 7NKWN SSD utilizes a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface with a data transfer rate of 24Gb/s, common in enterprise storage environments. What is the capacity of the 7NKWN Dell SSD? This SSD offers a storage capacity of 3.84TB, suitable for handling large datasets in server applications. What does 1 DWPD mean for this Dell SSD? 1 DWPD stands for one Drive Write Per Day, indicating the drive’s endurance rating appropriate for read-intensive workloads with moderate write activity. Is the 7NKWN SSD compatible with standard server bays? The 7NKWN comes in a 2.5-inch form factor, making it compatible with servers and storage arrays designed for standard 2.5-inch drives. Can the Dell 7NKWN SSD be hot-plugged? Yes, the drive supports hot-plugging, allowing it to be installed or removed without shutting down the system. What type of workloads is this SSD optimized for? The Dell 7NKWN SSD is optimized for read-intensive workloads, such as database querying and virtualization where read operations predominate.