Name: KPM61RUG15T3 Kioxia PM6-R 15.36TB SAS-4 24Gb/s 2.5-in 15mm Read-Intensive SSD (1 DWPD)
Brand: Kioxia
SKU: KPM61RUG15T3
Price: 3629.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Kioxia PM6-R KPM61RUG15T3 is a 15.36TB SAS-4 solid-state drive designed for read-intensive enterprise applications. It features a 24Gb/s interface within a 2.5-inch 15mm form factor. The SSD offers 1 DWPD endurance rating, suitable for workloads with high read and moderate write demands.

General Information
Brand	Kioxia

Technical Information
Capacity	15.36TB
NAND Flash	3D TLC (BiCS FLASH)
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SAS 24Gb/s
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Performance
Endurance (TBW)	28032 TB

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	15 x 69.85 x 100.45 mm
Weight	0.60
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, TUV

Product Description
The Kioxia PM6-R KPM61RUG15T3 is a 15.36TB solid-state drive designed to support read-intensive workloads in enterprise environments. Featuring a SAS-4 interface with 24Gb/s throughput, it fits within a 2.5-inch, 15mm height form factor, allowing integration into existing server and storage infrastructure. This SSD targets IT professionals and system integrators seeking storage solutions for heavy read scenarios with moderate write endurance requirements. Key Features 15.36TB raw capacity to accommodate large datasets SAS-4 interface providing up to 24Gb/s bandwidth 2.5-inch, 15mm form factor compatible with standard enterprise bays Read-intensive endurance rating at 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) Designed for consistent performance in read-heavy workloads This SSD is suitable for deployment in data centers and enterprise storage systems where read operations dominate, such as archiving, content delivery, and big data analytics. It provides capacity and interface compatibility for existing SAS infrastructure while balancing endurance for typical read-focused applications.

Use Cases
The Kioxia PM6-R KPM61RUG15T3 SSD is typically used in enterprise storage environments requiring large capacity and optimized read performance. It is well suited for data centers handling read-heavy workloads where consistent throughput and capacity are essential. How It's Used: Deployment in data center storage arrays focused on read-intensive tasks Use in content delivery networks requiring high-capacity SSD storage Integration into enterprise servers for big data and analytics applications Storage for archival systems with predominant read access patterns Replacement or upgrade of SAS SSDs in existing infrastructure By providing a balance of capacity, read performance, and endurance, this SSD supports operational efficiency in environments where read operations dominate while maintaining compatibility with SAS interface standards.

FAQ's
What interface does the KPM61RUG15T3 use? This SSD uses the SAS-4 interface, providing a maximum data transfer rate of 24Gb/s, suitable for enterprise storage connectivity. What is the physical size of this SSD? It conforms to a 2.5-inch form factor with a 15mm height, compatible with standard enterprise server and storage bays. What does 1 DWPD mean for this drive? 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) indicates the SSD can be fully written once each day over its warranty period, reflecting endurance suitable for read-intensive workloads. Is this SSD designed for write-heavy workloads? No, the KPM61RUG15T3 is optimized for read-intensive workloads and may not be ideal for environments with high write demands. Who typically uses this Kioxia SSD model? It is primarily used by IT professionals and system integrators managing enterprise storage systems requiring large capacity and read-optimized performance. Can this SSD be integrated into existing SAS infrastructure? Yes, the 24Gb/s SAS-4 interface ensures compatibility with enterprise SAS storage environments supporting this standard.