Name: M48D8 Dell EMC Ultrastar DC SS540 7.68TB 12Gb/s SAS 2.5-inch SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: M48D8
Price: 3600.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (117 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell EMC Ultrastar DC SS540 7.68TB solid state drive offers reliable, high-speed storage designed for enterprise environments that handle read-intensive tasks. With a 12Gb/s SAS interface and a standard 2.5-inch form factor, it fits well into server infrastructures requiring efficient data access and large storage volume.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	M48D8

Technical Information
Capacity	7.68TB
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SAS 12Gb/s
MTBF	2,000,000 hours
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	15mm x 69.85mm x 100.45mm
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV, cULus

Product Description
The M48D8 Dell EMC Ultrastar DC SS540 is a solid state drive built for demanding enterprise environments that require reliable and high-capacity storage. It is commonly used in data centers and servers where consistent read performance is critical. This drive is often found in setups focusing on read-heavy workloads such as database querying, virtualization, and big data analytics. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its balance of capacity, speed, and endurance. Key Features High capacity enabling storage of large datasets without compromise 12Gb/s SAS interface for seamless integration and swift data exchange Read-intensive technology tailored to minimize wear during heavy read cycles 512e sector size for compatibility with modern operating systems and applications Compact 2.5-inch size fits easily into existing server racks This SSD is typically deployed in enterprise-grade servers, storage arrays, and data centers where read performance and durability are essential. It plays a key role in maintaining fast access to critical information and supports the smooth operation of various server workloads.

Use Cases
The Dell EMC Ultrastar DC SS540 7.68TB SSD is primarily deployed in data center and enterprise environments where read-intensive workloads demand consistent high throughput and low latency. It is ideal for IT infrastructures requiring reliable storage solutions that accommodate frequent data retrieval and large-scale storage capacity. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in large-scale data centers to enhance read performance and minimize bottlenecks. Implementing storage clusters for analytics applications that require rapid access to large datasets in enterprise IT environments. Optimizing content delivery networks (CDNs) by accelerating read operations and improving response times for web services. Facilitating remote office and branch office (ROBO) deployments where efficient read-intensive storage is critical for operational continuity. Enhancing database systems with high read request volumes to maintain low latency in transactional processing. This SSD supports operational efficiency by delivering predictable read performance and scalability within demanding infrastructures. Its integration into existing server architectures enables organizations to handle expanding workloads while maintaining consistent access speeds and reliability.

M48D8 Dell EMC Ultrastar DC SS540 7.68TB 12Gb/s SAS 2.5-inch SSD

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