Samsung PM893 7.68TB 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s SSD

Overview

The Samsung MZ7L37T6HBLA-00A07 is a 7.68TB solid state drive designed to fit into a standard 2.5-inch bay and connect via SATA 6.0 Gb/s. It provides a practical solution for expanding storage capacity and improving performance in servers and storage arrays without requiring changes to existing controllers or cabling. With sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 520 MB/s, this drive supports demanding workloads while maintaining energy efficiency.

Key features

• High-capacity 7.68TB storage that supports large datasets and extensive file libraries.
• Fast sequential transfer rates that keep data flowing smoothly during heavy read and write operations.
• Strong random IOPS performance to ensure responsiveness for database queries and virtual machines.
• Endurance rated for 1.0 drive writes per day over five years, providing reliable long-term use.
• Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC flash technology combined with TRIM and Native Command Queuing to sustain consistent performance as data changes.
• Low power consumption around 3.2 watts during write activity, helping reduce cooling and energy costs in dense server environments.
• Two-million-hour mean time between failures (MTBF) for dependable operation in enterprise settings.

Key specs

• Capacity: 7.68TB
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Interface: SATA 6.0 Gb/s
• Sequential read speed: up to 550 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 98,000
• Random write IOPS: up to 30,000
• Endurance: 1.0 drive writes per day for 5 years
• Power consumption (write): approximately 3.2 watts
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Flash type: Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the widely supported SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface, making it compatible with most servers, storage arrays, and NAS appliances that accept 2.5-inch SATA drives. Its design allows easy integration into existing systems without the need for additional adapters or controller upgrades, simplifying upgrades and maintenance.

Performance and reliability

The drive balances high throughput with strong random I/O performance, which is essential for environments running databases, virtual machines, or shared file systems. Its endurance rating and two-million-hour MTBF ensure it can handle continuous enterprise workloads over several years. Features like TRIM and Native Command Queuing help maintain steady performance by optimizing data management and reducing latency.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to rack servers, hyper-converged infrastructure nodes, enterprise NAS devices, and edge computing installations where space is limited but storage demands are high. Its combination of capacity, speed, and power efficiency makes it a strong choice for IT professionals looking to enhance storage density and reliability without increasing complexity or energy costs.