The Kingston DC600M 480GB 2.5” SATA Enterprise SSD is engineered for demanding data center environments, offering reliable and high-performance storage solutions. Equipped with a SATA 3.0, 6Gbps interface and 3D TLC NAND technology, this fourth-generation SSD is designed for mixed-use workloads. It is ideal for high-volume rack-mount servers and supports system integrators, hyperscale data centers, and cloud service providers with consistent latency and IOPS.
The DC600M features advanced hardware-based power loss protection (PLP), using power loss capacitors to secure data against unexpected power failures. This ensures data integrity and reliable system re-initialization, reducing the risk of data loss. With capacities ranging from 480GB to 7680GB, the DC600M provides scalable storage options to meet diverse needs while maintaining performance predictability for service-level agreements (SLAs).
Key Features:
- SATA 3.0 Interface: Offers 6Gbps data transfer speeds with backward compatibility to SATA 2.0 for versatile connectivity.
- Hardware-Based Power Loss Protection: Includes power loss capacitors to safeguard data and enhance performance during power interruptions.
- Consistent Performance: Delivers steady-state 4K random read/write speeds up to 94,000/41,000 IOPS, ensuring reliable performance.
- Scalable Capacities: Available in sizes from 480GB to 7680GB, providing flexible storage solutions for various applications.
- Optimized for Data Centers: Designed for high-demand server RAID applications with low latency and high IOPS consistency.
Specifications:
- Form Factor: 2.5 inch
- Interface: SATA Rev. 3.0 (6Gb/s) – Backward compatible with SATA Rev. 2.0 (3Gb/s)
- Capacities: 480GB, 960GB, 1920GB, 3840GB, 7680GB
- NAND: 3D TLC
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Sequential Read/Write:
- 480GB: 560MB/s read, 470MB/s write
- 960GB: 560MB/s read, 530MB/s write
- 1920GB: 560MB/s read, 530MB/s write
- 3840GB: 560MB/s read, 530MB/s write
- 7680GB: 560MB/s read, 530MB/s write
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Steady-State 4K Random Read/Write:
- 480GB: 94,000/41,000 IOPS
- 960GB: 94,000/65,000 IOPS
- 1920GB: 94,000/78,000 IOPS
- 3840GB: 94,000/59,000 IOPS
- 7680GB: 94,000/34,000 IOPS
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Quality of Service (Latency) (99.999%):
- 480GB: Read 180 µs, Write 110 µs
- 960GB: Read 200 µs, Write 300 µs
- 1920GB: Read 200 µs, Write 300 µs
- 3840GB: Read 200 µs, Write 300 µs
- 7680GB: Read 240 µs, Write 170 µs
- Typical Latency: Read <200 µs, Write <30 µs
- Hot-Plug Capable: Yes
- Enterprise SMART Tools: Includes reliability tracking, usage statistics, life remaining, wear leveling, and temperature monitoring
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Endurance:
- 480GB: 876TBW, 1 DWPD (5 years), 1.66 DWPD (3 years)
- 960GB: 1752TBW, 1 DWPD (5 years), 1.66 DWPD (3 years)
- 1920GB: 3504TBW, 1 DWPD (5 years), 1.66 DWPD (3 years)
- 3840GB: 7008TBW, 1 DWPD (5 years), 1.66 DWPD (3 years)
- 7680GB: 14016TBW, 1 DWPD (5 years), 1.66 DWPD (3 years)
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Power Consumption:
- Idle: 1.30W
- Average: 1.45W
- Max Read: 1.6W
- Max Write: 3.6W
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
- Dimensions: 69.9mm x 100mm x 7mm
- Weight: 92.34g
- Vibration Operating: 2.17G Peak (7–800Hz)
- Vibration Non-Operating: 20G Peak (10–2000Hz)
- MTBF: 2 million hours
- UBER: ≤10^-17
Conclusion:
The Kingston DC600M 480GB 2.5” SATA Enterprise SSD is a reliable and high-performance storage solution designed for the rigorous demands of data center environments. Its advanced features, including hardware-based power loss protection and consistent performance metrics, make it a valuable asset for ensuring data integrity and meeting high-performance requirements.
