Samsung PM9A3 MZQL2960HCJR-00BAL 960 GB 1,0 DWPD 2,5 inch - 63,5 mm U.2 PCIe 4.0

Data centers running mixed workloads demand storage that balances performance and endurance. The Samsung PM9A3 MZQL2960HCJR-00BAL delivers 960GB of capacity in a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor, leveraging PCIe Gen4 x4 and NVMe 1.4 for rapid data access. With sequential reads up to 6,500 MB/s and writes up to 3,500 MB/s, it accelerates transactional databases, virtualization, and AI/ML pipelines. Rated at 1.0 DWPD for five years, it offers predictable longevity for write-intensive applications. End-to-end data protection and power loss protection safeguard data integrity, while AES 256-bit encryption with TCG Opal 2.0 secures sensitive information. Built with Samsung V-NAND and a proprietary controller, this SSD ensures consistent low latency and high IOPS (1,100K random read, 180K random write). Ideal for hyperscale and enterprise environments, it reduces TCO through efficient power consumption and robust reliability (2M hours MTBF).

Key specifications

• Capacity: 960 GB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch U.2 (SFF-8639)
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.4
• Sequential read: up to 6,500 MB/s
• Sequential write: up to 3,500 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 1,100K
• Random write IOPS: up to 180K
• Endurance: 1.0 DWPD
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Encryption: AES 256-bit, TCG Opal 2.0

Why choose it

The PM9A3 combines high throughput with enterprise-grade reliability. Its 1.0 DWPD endurance suits mixed-use workloads, while power loss protection and end-to-end data protection prevent data corruption. Hardware encryption ensures compliance without performance degradation. Samsung's V-NAND technology delivers sustained performance and lower power consumption, reducing operational costs.

Ideal use cases

• Database servers and OLTP applications
• Virtualization and hyperconverged infrastructure
• AI/ML data processing and analytics
• Cloud and content delivery networks
• High-performance computing clusters

Good to know

The U.2 form factor supports hot-swapping in compatible servers and storage arrays. It operates within 0°C to 70°C and withstands shock up to 1,500 G. The drive includes SSD temperature monitoring for proactive thermal management. Backed by Samsung's enterprise warranty, it ensures long-term availability.