Samsung PM1743 3.84TB 2.5" PCI Express 5.0 x4 (NVMe) SSD

Overview

The Samsung MZWLO3T8HCLS-00A07 is a 3.84TB internal solid state drive designed for enterprise use, featuring a 2.5-inch form factor and PCI Express 5.0 x4 interface with NVMe protocol. It delivers sequential read speeds up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 7,100 MB/s, making it suitable for data-intensive applications that demand rapid access and high throughput. This SSD balances large capacity with endurance and security, fitting well in data centers and professional IT environments.

Key features

• PCIe 5.0 x4 interface combined with NVMe protocol enables ultra-fast data transfer rates for demanding workloads
• Multi-level cell NAND flash technology provides a balance between storage capacity and drive endurance
• Power loss protection safeguards data integrity during unexpected outages, reducing risk of data corruption
• Hot-plug support allows for easy drive replacement or addition without powering down the system, minimizing downtime
• 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption secures sensitive information, meeting enterprise security requirements
• High random read performance with up to 2.5 million IOPS for 4KB operations supports intensive input/output tasks
• Energy-efficient design with 25W power consumption helps maintain operational cost-effectiveness

Key specs

• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: PCI Express 5.0 x4
• Protocol: NVMe
• Sequential read speed: up to 14,000 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 7,100 MB/s
• Random read IOPS (4KB): up to 2.5 million
• Endurance: 1 drive write per day (DWPD) over 5 years
• Power consumption: 25 W
• Encryption: 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the PCI Express 5.0 x4 interface, ensuring compatibility with modern enterprise servers and storage arrays that support the latest PCIe generation. The NVMe protocol optimizes communication between the drive and host system, reducing latency and improving throughput. Hot-plug capability allows integration into systems requiring high availability and easy maintenance.

Performance and reliability

Designed to handle heavy workloads, the drive’s high sequential and random read/write speeds make it well suited for database management, virtualization, and other high-throughput environments. Its endurance rating of 1 DWPD over five years ensures consistent performance and reliability under continuous use. Power loss protection further enhances data safety, making it a dependable choice for critical enterprise applications.

Ideal uses and environments

The Samsung PM1743 fits well in data centers, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise storage solutions where fast data access and security are priorities. IT professionals managing virtualized environments, large-scale databases, or high-performance computing setups will benefit from its speed, capacity, and robust security features. Its power efficiency also supports sustainable operation in large server farms.