Description
Performance Testing
Performance testing for the 400-BDRW Dell 240GB Mixed Use TLC SATA 6Gbps 2.5 inch Hot Plug Solid State Drive involves measuring its read and write speeds, IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second), and other performance metrics. These tests help to determine the drive’s overall performance and suitability for different workloads.
One commonly used benchmarking tool for SSD performance testing is CrystalDiskMark, which measures sequential and random read and write speeds, as well as IOPS. Other benchmarking tools include ATTO Disk Benchmark, AS SSD Benchmark, and Anvil’s Storage Utilities.
According to Dell, the 400-BDRW Dell 240GB Mixed Use TLC SATA 6Gbps 2.5 inch Hot Plug Solid State Drive has a sequential read speed of up to 530 MB/s and a sequential write speed of up to 460 MB/s. It also has a random read speed of up to 92,000 IOPS and a random write speed of up to 17,000 IOPS. These speeds indicate that the drive is well suited for mixed workloads that require both high read and write performance.
In addition to these performance metrics, endurance testing is also important for SSDs. Endurance testing involves subjecting the drive to a large number of write operations to determine its durability over time. Dell rates the 400-BDRW drive for up to 1.3 drive writes per day (DWPD) over a five-year period, which indicates that it is suitable for mixed workloads in enterprise and data center environments.
Endurance and Durability
The endurance and durability of the 400-BDRW Dell 240GB Mixed Use TLC SATA 6Gbps 2.5 inch Hot Plug Solid State Drive are important factors to consider when evaluating its suitability for enterprise and data center environments. Endurance refers to the amount of data that can be written to the drive over its lifetime, while durability refers to its ability to withstand physical and environmental stressors.
According to Dell, the 400-BDRW drive has an endurance rating of up to 1.3 drive writes per day (DWPD) over a five-year period. This means that the drive can sustain up to 1.3 full drive writes per day for five years before it reaches its rated endurance limit. For the 240GB capacity drive, this translates to a total endurance of approximately 1,196 terabytes written (TBW).
In terms of durability, the 400-BDRW drive is designed to withstand a range of physical and environmental stressors. It has a shock resistance rating of up to 1500G/0.5ms (half sine) and a vibration resistance rating of up to 2.17Grms (5-700Hz), which makes it suitable for use in harsh environments. It also has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of up to 2 million hours, which indicates its reliability and long lifespan.
It’s worth noting that the endurance and durability of an SSD can vary depending on a variety of factors, including workload, operating conditions, and maintenance practices. Therefore, it’s important to properly monitor and manage SSDs in enterprise and data center environments to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Reliability and Security
Reliability and security are two important factors to consider when evaluating the suitability of the 400-BDRW Dell 240GB Mixed Use TLC SATA 6Gbps 2.5 inch Hot Plug Solid State Drive for enterprise and data center environments.
Reliability refers to the drive’s ability to consistently perform at a high level over time. In addition to the endurance and durability factors discussed earlier, the 400-BDRW drive also features advanced error correction and detection technology, including End-to-End Data Protection and Dynamic Wear Leveling, which help to ensure data integrity and minimize the risk of data loss.
The drive also includes a power loss protection feature that helps to protect data in the event of a sudden power loss. This feature ensures that any data that was being written to the drive at the time of the power loss is properly saved and can be retrieved when power is restored.
Security is also a critical consideration in enterprise and data center environments, particularly in industries such as healthcare and finance, where sensitive data is frequently stored and transmitted. The 400-BDRW drive features 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware encryption, which provides strong protection for data at rest on the drive. This encryption is transparent to the user, so there is no additional software or hardware required to use it.
Main Specifications
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Part Number or SKU# 400-BDRW
- Product Type: Solid State Drive
- Capacity: 240GB
Technical Information
- Interface Type : SATA-6GBPS
- Features : Mixed-use Tlc
- Drive Transfer Rate : 600 Mbps (external)
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch 7mm
- Lithography : 3d Nand Tlc
Product Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.63 Inch
- Width: 3.10 Inch
- Depth: 5.45 Inch
- Weight: 1.50 Lbs
Compatibility
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