SSD Samsung PM9D3a 7.68 TB 2.5 inch PCIe 5.0 NVMe — 7680 GB, up to 12,000 MB/s read, 6,000 MB/s write

The Samsung PM9D3a SSD provides 7.68 TB of NAND storage in a 2.5" form factor with a PCI Express 5.0 NVMe interface. Designed as a component for server use, it delivers high sequential read and write performance for data‑intensive workloads while fitting standard 2.5" drive bays.

Advantages

The drive offers very high sequential read speeds up to 12,000 MB/s and sustained write performance up to 6,000 MB/s over a PCIe 5.0 NVMe connection. Its 2.5" form factor enables compatibility with many server chassis and storage enclosures. The large 7.68 TB capacity supports consolidation of datasets and reduces the number of drives required for large storage pools.

Suitable for

• High-performance database storage
• Large-scale virtualization and hyperconverged infrastructure
• Analytics, caching and real-time processing
• Server boot and application hosting with heavy I/O

Key specifications

• Capacity: 7.68 TB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Interface: PCI Express 5.0, NVMe
• Maximum sequential read speed: up to 12,000 MB/s
• Maximum sequential write speed: up to 6,000 MB/s

How to use

Install the SSD into a compatible server or storage enclosure that supports 2.5" drives and PCIe 5.0 NVMe devices. Ensure the server firmware and operating system support NVMe and PCIe 5.0 to achieve peak performance. Configure the drive in your storage stack (single device, RAID, or software-defined storage) according to best practices for your workload and perform any required partitioning and formatting.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use host systems with PCIe 5.0 support and up-to-date NVMe drivers. Monitor drive health and firmware status via vendor tools and plan for adequate cooling in high-density server environments.