Description
Connectivity and Compatibility
The NXKHV Dell Hybrid 960GB Read Intensive MLC SAS 12Gbps Hot-Swap solid state drive (SSD) is designed for use in enterprise-level server and storage systems that require high read performance. The SAS 12Gbps interface provides fast data transfer speeds and the MLC (Multi-Level Cell) NAND flash memory technology offers a good balance of performance and cost efficiency.
One important aspect of using an SSD like the NXKHV is connectivity and compatibility. To ensure that the drive is compatible with your system, it is important to check the specifications of your server or storage system and ensure that it supports SAS 12Gbps drives and has the necessary physical connections.
The “hot-swap” feature of this drive allows for easy and convenient installation and replacement, without the need to shut down the system. This feature is particularly useful for mission-critical applications where downtime needs to be minimized.
Once the drive is installed and configured, it is ready to be used as a high-performance storage solution for demanding enterprise environments that require high read performance.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
The NXKHV Dell Hybrid 960GB Read Intensive MLC SAS 12GBPS Hot Swap SSD is a high-performance solid state drive designed for read-intensive workloads in enterprise-level systems and data centers. It features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides fast data transfer speeds of up to 12 GB/s, and multi-level cell (MLC) NAND flash memory, which offers a balance of performance and durability. The drive is also hot-swappable, meaning it can be inserted or removed from a system without requiring a shutdown, providing greater flexibility for businesses that need to upgrade or replace storage components on-the-fly.
When it comes to maintenance and troubleshooting, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, it’s important to ensure that the drive is installed and connected correctly, and that the system’s firmware and drivers are up-to-date. If you encounter any issues with the drive, you can check the system’s event logs for any error messages that may provide clues as to the cause of the problem. In some cases, a firmware update or a diagnostic utility may be able to resolve the issue.
Advantages of Solid State Drives
The NXKHV Dell Hybrid 960GB Read Intensive MLC SAS 12GBPS Hot Swap SSD is a hybrid solid-state drive that combines the performance benefits of solid-state drives with the capacity benefits of traditional mechanical hard drives. It utilizes a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides fast data transfer speeds of up to 12 Gbps.
The drive features MLC (multi-level cell) flash memory technology, which provides a balance between performance, endurance, and cost. The “Read Intensive” label indicates that the drive is optimized for read-intensive applications, such as boot drives, file servers, and data warehouses, where the majority of accesses are reads rather than writes.
The hot-swap design of the NXKHV Dell Hybrid 960GB Read Intensive MLC SAS 12GBPS Hot Swap SSD allows you to remove and replace the drive without shutting down the system, making it easier to upgrade or replace the drive as needed. This can be especially useful in data center environments where uptime is critical.
General Information
- Manufacturer : Dell
- Manufacturer Part Number : NXKHV
- Dell Part Number : 400-AMDM
- Device Type : Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Sub-Type : SAS-12GBPS
Technical Information
- Type : Solid State Drive – Hot Swap
- Capacity : 960 GB
- Nand Flash Memory Type: Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
- Form Factor : 2.5(3.5 HYB Carr)
- Interface : SAS 12GB/S
- Data Transfer Rate: 1.2 GBPS
- Features : Read-Intensive Endurance
Performance
- Drive Transfer Rate : 1.2 GBPS (External)
Compatibility Information
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