Micron 7450 PRO 960GB M.2 22x110 PCIe Gen4 1x4 NVMe v1.4 Read Intensive SSD

Overview

The Micron MTFDKBG960TFR-1BC15ABYYR is a high-performance internal solid state drive from the 7450 PRO series, designed to provide 960 GB of fast and reliable storage in the M.2 22110 form factor. It uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 interface, enabling servers and workstations to quickly load operating systems, virtual machines, and large data sets without the need for bulky cables or drive trays. With sequential read speeds up to 5,000 MBps and write speeds reaching 1,400 MBps, this drive delivers the responsiveness required for demanding read-intensive workloads.

Key features

• PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 interface that maximizes data transfer rates for faster system responsiveness
• 176-layer 3D TLC NAND technology balancing capacity, speed, and endurance for sustained performance
• Low latency under 2 ms for 99.9999 percent of operations, ensuring consistent and predictable read performance
• Self-encrypting drive with TCG Opal 2.0 support and a dedicated Secure Execution Environment for hardware-level data protection without taxing the host CPU
• Power-efficient design consuming 8 W during reads and 7.9 W during writes, suitable for dense server racks and edge deployments
• Endurance rated at 1 drive write per day (DWPD) with a total of 1,700 TB written over its lifespan, backed by a two-million-hour MTBF and a five-year warranty
• Wide operating temperature range from 32 to 158 °F, allowing deployment in enterprise servers, network appliances, and industrial PCs

Key specs

• Capacity: 960 GB
• Form factor: M.2 22110
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4
• Sequential read speed: up to 5,000 MBps
• Sequential write speed: up to 1,400 MBps
• Latency: under 2 ms for 99.9999% of operations, average 80 microseconds
• NAND type: 176-layer 3D TLC
• Endurance: 1 DWPD, 1,700 TBW
• Power consumption: 8 W (read), 7.9 W (write)
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Operating temperature: 32 to 158 °F

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects via a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 interface, which is compatible with modern servers and workstations that support PCIe Gen4 slots. Its M.2 22110 form factor fits into standard M.2 slots designed for longer drives, making it a straightforward upgrade or replacement for existing storage solutions. The drive’s self-encrypting capabilities support TCG Opal 2.0, ensuring compatibility with enterprise security protocols and compliance requirements.

Performance and reliability

Designed for read-intensive applications, this drive excels in environments where quick access to data is critical. Its sub-2 ms latency for the vast majority of operations means that database caching, web hosting, and content delivery systems can operate with minimal delays. The 176-layer 3D TLC NAND provides a balance of speed and endurance, while the 1 DWPD rating and 1,700 TBW endurance ensure the drive maintains performance over time. The two-million-hour MTBF and five-year warranty offer peace of mind for long-term deployments.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to enterprise servers, network appliances, and industrial PCs that require fast, reliable read performance without heavy write demands. It fits well in dense rack environments and edge computing setups where power efficiency and thermal tolerance are important. Whether refreshing legacy SATA boot drives or adding low-latency storage to a new PCIe Gen4 platform, this drive supports workloads such as virtual machines, database caching, and cloud hosting with consistent responsiveness.