Description
Hot Plug SSD
The Hot Plug Dell EMC 5MHY8 7.68TB SAS 12Gbps SSD is a high-performance solid-state drive (SSD) designed for use in enterprise storage systems and servers. It has a capacity of 7.68 terabytes and uses the SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides fast data transfer speeds of up to 12 Gbps.
One of the key features of the Dell is its hot-plug capability, which allows the drive to be removed or replaced while the system is running, without disrupting normal operation. This is useful in situations where a drive needs to be replaced or upgraded without shutting down the system, such as in a data center or mission-critical environment.
The drive is also designed to be highly reliable, with features such as advanced wear-leveling algorithms and error-correction code (ECC) to ensure data integrity and prevent data loss. Additionally, the drive is also built to withstand vibration and shock, which is a common problem in data centers and other environments that use large numbers of drives.
Read Intensive
Read-intensive SSDs are designed to perform well when the primary workload is reading data from the drive. They are optimized for applications such as databases, data warehousing, analytics, and other workloads where fast read performance is important. The 8R22X Dell 7.68TB SAS 12Gbps Read Intensive TLC SSD uses TLC (triple-level cell) NAND flash memory and is targeted for use in environments such as data centers and servers
In contrast, the Hot Plug Dell 5MHY8 7.68TB SAS 12Gbps SSD is not specifically designed for read-intensive workloads, but rather for environments where hot-plug capability is important. This drive is built with durability in mind, it’s built to withstand vibration and shock, which is a common problem in data centers and other environments that use large numbers of drives and have hot-plug capability.
Exceptional Reliability
That being said, most enterprise-class SSDs are built with exceptional reliability in mind, with features such as advanced wear-leveling algorithms, error-correction code (ECC), and advanced power-loss data protection to ensure data integrity and prevent data loss. Hot-plug capability is also a feature that adds reliability as it allows for easy maintenance or upgrade of the drive while the system is running.
The Dell 5MHY8 7.68TB SAS interface that the drive uses is typically used in data center environments, and it’s known for its high performance, reliability, and scalability.
In general, when looking for a SSD that meets specific reliability requirements, it’s a good idea to consult with the manufacturer or a storage expert for a more detailed consultation and guidance. They will be able to provide information about the specific drives that meet your requirements and how they compare to other options.
General Information about this Dell 5MHY8
- Manufacturer: Dell EMC
- Part Number or SKU# 5MHY8
- Capacity: 7.68TB SSD
- Type: Solid State Drive
Key Feature Information of 7.68TB Solid State Drive
- Interface Type: SAS 12GBPS
- Nand Flash Memory Type: Bics Flash Tlc (3-bit-Per-Cell)
- Features: Value Sas Read-intensive Endurance, Advanced Format 512e
- Form Factor: 2.5 Inch 7mm
- Encryption : Yes (self-encrypting Sed)
Performance for SAS 12GBPS SSD
- Drive Transfer Rate : 1.2 GBPS (External)
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 1 X SAS 12 Gb/s
- Compatible Bays: 1 X Hot-Plug – 2.5inch
Product Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.63 Inch
- Width: 3.10 Inch
- Depth: 5.45 Inch
- Weight: 1.50 LBS
Compatibility
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