Name: MTFDKCB960TFR-1BC15ABYY Micron 7450 PRO 960GB U.3 2.5-inch PCIe Gen4 SSD
Brand: Micron
SKU: MTFDKCB960TFR-1BC15ABYY
Price: 1300.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Micron 7450 PRO 960GB U.3 PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SED SSD delivers 960GB of storage in a U.3 2.5-inch form factor, utilizing PCIe Gen4 x4 lanes for data transfer. It incorporates hardware-based self-encrypting drive technology to secure stored data, fitting into enterprise-grade storage environments requiring robust security features.

General Information
Brand	Micron

Technical Information
Capacity	960GB
NAND Flash	Micron 176-layer 3D TLC NAND
Memory Technology	Triple-Level Cell (TLC)
Cache	DDR4 DRAM cache
MTBF	2000000 hours
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hot Pluggable	Yes

Performance
Max Sequential Read	7400 MB/s
Max Sequential Write	6800 MB/s
Random Read	1000000 IOPS
Random Write	300000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW)	3000 TBW

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	15 x 69.85 x 100 mm
Weight	0.60
Condition	Refurbished

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

Product Description
The Micron 7450 PRO 960GB U.3 2.5-inch PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SED SSD is a solid-state drive designed to provide high-capacity, secure storage for demanding IT environments. It connects using a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, enabling improved data throughput compared to earlier PCIe generations. Its U.3 form factor supports enterprise storage deployments requiring 2.5-inch drives with NVMe protocol support. This SSD is equipped with self-encrypting drive (SED) capabilities, ensuring stored data remains protected through hardware-based encryption. It is suitable for organizations looking to maintain data confidentiality in storage arrays or servers. Key Features 960GB storage capacity within a U.3 2.5-inch form factor PCIe Gen4 x4 interface offering NVMe connectivity Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) technology for data security Optimized for enterprise storage infrastructures Micron's 7450 PRO series design and reliability This SSD provides a balance of capacity and security for IT professionals managing storage systems requiring encrypted drives. Its interface and form factor make it compatible with modern server and storage platforms designed to leverage PCIe Gen4 bandwidth and NVMe protocols.

Use Cases
This SSD is typically used in enterprise data centers and server environments where secure, high-capacity storage is essential. It supports workloads that require encrypted data storage and utilize PCIe Gen4 technology for improved bandwidth. How It's Used: Installed in enterprise servers requiring 960GB encrypted storage Deployed in storage arrays leveraging U.3 NVMe SSDs Used in environments prioritizing data security with hardware encryption Integrated into systems designed for PCIe Gen4 connectivity Applied in IT infrastructures managing sensitive data requiring SED compliance Its role centers on providing secure and accessible storage capacity within modern hardware ecosystems. The drive's encryption capabilities and interface standard align with organizational needs for protected and efficient data storage solutions.

FAQ's
What does the U.3 form factor mean? The U.3 form factor is a 2.5-inch SSD design that supports NVMe over PCIe interfaces, enabling hot-swappable enterprise storage and compatibility with modern server backplanes. What is the benefit of PCIe Gen4 x4 on this SSD? PCIe Gen4 x4 provides four lanes of PCIe 4.0 connectivity, doubling bandwidth compared to PCIe Gen3, which allows for faster data transfer rates suitable for demanding workloads. What does SED stand for in this SSD model? SED stands for Self-Encrypting Drive, indicating the SSD includes built-in hardware encryption to protect data stored on the device. Is the Micron 7450 PRO SSD compatible with standard NVMe slots? Yes, the drive uses the NVMe protocol over PCIe Gen4 x4 but requires a compatible U.3 or NVMe PCIe Gen4 slot for full functionality. Does this SSD require special configuration for encryption? The SED feature operates via hardware encryption, which may require management through compatible software or hardware security modules depending on deployment. Can this SSD be used in older PCIe Gen3 systems? While physically compatible, the SSD will operate at PCIe Gen3 speeds when installed in Gen3 systems, as it is backward compatible but limited by the host interface.