Samsung PM1643a 1.92TB 2.5" SAS 12Gb/s 1800 MB/s Server SSD

Overview

The Samsung MZILT1T9HBJR-00007 is a 2.5-inch SAS solid-state drive designed to provide high-capacity, high-speed storage for enterprise environments. With a capacity of 1.92 TB and a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, it supports demanding workloads that require fast and reliable data access. This SSD delivers sequential read speeds up to 2100 MB/s and write speeds up to 1800 MB/s, making it suitable for data centers, virtualization, and high-performance computing systems.

Its strong random IOPS performance ensures efficient handling of many small file operations, while its endurance rating supports sustained heavy use over a five-year period. This drive is a practical choice for IT professionals who need a balance of speed, capacity, and durability in their storage solutions.

Key features

• 12.0 Gbps SAS interface that enables fast and consistent data transfer for enterprise workloads
• High sequential read and write speeds that accelerate large file transfers and database operations
• Exceptional random read and write IOPS to efficiently manage workloads involving numerous small files
• Endurance designed to support one full drive write per day over five years, ensuring long-term reliability
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor that fits standard server and storage arrays

Key specs

• Capacity: 1.92 TB
• Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Sequential read speed: up to 2100 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 1800 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 430,000
• Random write IOPS: up to 60,000
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Endurance: 1 drive write per day over 5 years

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses a 12 Gb/s SAS interface, which is widely supported in enterprise server and storage environments. It integrates seamlessly with SAS controllers and backplanes commonly found in data centers and virtualization platforms. The 2.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with standard server bays and storage enclosures, making it easy to upgrade or expand existing infrastructure.

Ideal uses and environments

The Samsung PM1643a is well suited to enterprise data centers, virtualization hosts, and high-performance computing setups where fast and reliable storage is essential. It supports workloads that involve large sequential transfers as well as random access to many small files, such as database management, transactional systems, and cloud services. Its endurance and performance characteristics make it a strong option for IT teams focused on maintaining uptime and data availability in demanding environments.