Description
Design and Construction
The Dell 6K55X is a solid-state drive (SSD) designed for use in enterprise-class servers and storage systems. Here are some details about its design and construction:
Form Factor: The Dell 6K55X is designed to fit into a 2.5-inch drive bay. It uses a small form factor (SFF) design, which allows it to be used in systems with limited space.
Interface: This SSD uses a SAS 6GBPS interface, which allows for fast data transfer rates and reliable connectivity. SAS is a popular interface for enterprise storage systems because it supports multiple devices on a single cable and provides a high level of fault tolerance.
NAND Flash Memory: The Dell 6K55X uses single-level cell (SLC) NAND flash memory, which is known for its high performance and durability. SLC memory stores one bit of data per memory cell, which allows for faster read and write speeds than multi-level cell (MLC) or triple-level cell (TLC) memory. SLC memory also has a longer lifespan than MLC or TLC memory, making it a good choice for use in enterprise-class systems that require high reliability and durability.
Capacity: The Dell 6K55X has a capacity of 200GB, which provides ample storage for a variety of applications and workloads.
Construction: The Dell 6K55X is constructed with high-quality components and materials to ensure durability and reliability. It features a sturdy metal housing that protects the SSD from physical damage and helps dissipate heat. The SSD also includes advanced features such as power-loss protection and error correction to ensure data integrity and prevent data loss in case of unexpected power failures or other errors.
Reliability and Durability
The Dell 6K55X is designed to provide high reliability and durability, making it well-suited for use in enterprise-class server and storage systems. Here are some factors that contribute to its reliability and durability:
SLC NAND Flash Memory: The Dell 6K55X uses single-level cell (SLC) NAND flash memory, which is known for its high reliability and durability. SLC memory stores one bit of data per memory cell, which allows for faster read and write speeds than multi-level cell (MLC) or triple-level cell (TLC) memory. SLC memory is also more durable than MLC or TLC memory because it has a lower write amplification factor, which means that each memory cell can be written to and erased more times before it wears out. This makes the Dell 6K55X a good choice for applications and workloads that require high endurance and reliability.
Power-Loss Protection: The Dell 6K55X includes advanced features such as power-loss protection, which helps ensure data integrity in case of unexpected power failures. This feature uses a combination of hardware and firmware to ensure that data in the SSD’s cache is safely written to the flash memory in case of a power loss. This helps prevent data loss and corruption, which is critical for mission-critical applications and workloads.
Error Correction: The Dell 6K55X also includes error correction features that help ensure data integrity and prevent data loss. These features use advanced algorithms to detect and correct errors that may occur during data transfer or storage. This helps prevent data corruption and ensures that the SSD provides consistent performance over time.
Durability and Sturdiness: The Dell 6K55X features a sturdy metal housing that protects the SSD from physical damage and helps dissipate heat. This ensures that the SSD can withstand the rigors of daily use in an enterprise-class environment. The metal housing also provides better electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, which helps prevent data corruption and ensures reliable data transfer.
Compatibility
The Dell 6K55X SLC 200GB SAS 6Gbps internal SSD is designed for use with enterprise-class server and storage systems that use SAS interfaces. It is important to ensure that the host system has a compatible SAS interface and is capable of supporting the features of the Dell 6K55X SSD.
Here are some key compatibility factors to consider:
Interface: The Dell 6K55X SSD uses a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high data transfer rates and is commonly used in enterprise-class server and storage systems. It is important to ensure that the host system has a SAS interface that is compatible with the Dell 6K55X SSD. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the SAS interface supports the same data transfer rate as the SSD (6Gbps).
Form Factor: The Dell 6K55X SSD is a 2.5-inch form factor drive, which is a common form factor for enterprise-class server and storage systems. It is important to ensure that the host system has a drive bay that is compatible with the 2.5-inch form factor.
Capacity: The Dell 6K55X SSD has a capacity of 200GB. It is important to ensure that the host system supports the capacity of the SSD and that there is enough available storage space in the system to accommodate the SSD.
Operating System: The Dell 6K55X SSD is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and VMware. However, it is important to ensure that the host system is running a compatible operating system and that any necessary drivers or firmware updates are installed.
Main Information
- Manufacturer: DELL
- Part Number or SKU: 6K55X
- Type: Solid State Drive – Internal
Technical Specification
- Storage Capacity: 200 GB
- Form Factor: 2.5inch
- Interface Type: write Intensive Slc Sas-6gbits
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces: 1 X Serial Attached Scsi
- Compatible Bays: 1 X Internal – 2.5
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