Samsung PM893 240GB 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s SSD

The Samsung MZ7L3240HCHQ-00A07 is a 240 GB 2.5-inch internal solid state drive designed specifically for server environments that demand reliable performance and endurance. It connects via a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, making it compatible with a wide range of existing server hardware while delivering fast data transfer speeds.

This drive uses Samsung’s V-NAND 3-bit MLC technology, which balances storage density and durability. It offers sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 380 MB/s, ensuring quick access to large files and smooth data handling. For tasks involving many small files, it provides strong random read and write performance, with 98,000 IOPS and 15,000 IOPS respectively. These capabilities make it well-suited for data centers and enterprise applications where consistent throughput and responsiveness are critical.

With a power consumption range between 1.3 and 3.2 watts, the PM893 is energy efficient, helping to reduce operational costs in large-scale deployments. It supports TRIM and Native Command Queuing, which help maintain performance over time and optimize drive efficiency. The drive is rated for 1.0 drive writes per day (DWPD) over a five-year period, with an endurance rating of 438 terabytes written, making it a dependable choice for environments with heavy write workloads.

Reliability is a key focus, with a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2 million hours, providing peace of mind for mission-critical applications. This SSD fits naturally in data centers, enterprise servers, and other high-availability systems where consistent performance and durability are essential.

Highlights:

• 550 MB/s sequential read speed
• 380 MB/s sequential write speed
• 98,000 IOPS random read performance
• 15,000 IOPS random write performance
• 1.0 DWPD endurance over 5 years
• 438 TB total bytes written rating
• V-NAND 3-bit MLC technology for balanced performance and durability
• Supports TRIM and Native Command Queuing for sustained efficiency
• SATA 6 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility
• 2 million hour mean time between failures for reliability