Samsung PM1743 15.36TB 2.5" PCI Express 5.0 x4 (NVMe) SSD

Overview

The Samsung MZWLO15THBLA-00A07 is a 2.5-inch solid-state drive designed for high-performance server and storage array environments. It offers a massive 15.36TB capacity and leverages a PCI Express 5.0 x4 interface with NVMe protocol to deliver sequential read speeds up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 7,100 MB/s. This SSD is built to handle demanding workloads such as virtual machines, large databases, and AI applications with low latency and consistent throughput.

Key features

• High-capacity 15.36TB storage ideal for extensive datasets and virtualization needs
• PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe interface ensures rapid data transfer and reduced bottlenecks
• Exceptional random read performance up to 2.5 million IOPS supports multitasking and heavy workloads
• Endurance rating of one full drive write per day over five years supports frequent data rewriting
• Hardware-based 256-bit AES-XTS encryption with TCG Opal 2.0 compliance protects sensitive data
• Power loss protection safeguards in-flight data during unexpected outages, enhancing reliability
• Compatible with major Linux and Windows Server operating systems for seamless integration

Key specs

• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: PCI Express 5.0 x4 (NVMe)
• Capacity: 15.36TB
• Sequential read speed: up to 14,000 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 7,100 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 2.5 million
• Random write IOPS: up to 360,000
• Endurance: 1 drive write per day for 5 years
• Encryption: 256-bit AES-XTS, TCG Opal 2.0 compliant

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the latest PCIe 5.0 x4 interface, providing a significant bandwidth increase over previous generations. It supports the NVMe protocol, which reduces latency and improves input/output operations per second, making it well suited for server environments. The drive is compatible with all major Linux and Windows Server distributions, allowing it to integrate smoothly into existing infrastructures without requiring special drivers or configurations.

Performance and reliability

With sequential read speeds reaching 14,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 7,100 MB/s, this drive accelerates data-intensive tasks and reduces processing times. Its high random IOPS performance ensures responsiveness even under heavy multitasking or concurrent access scenarios. The endurance rating supports continuous heavy write workloads, making it reliable for applications like log analytics and tier-one storage. Additionally, power loss protection helps prevent data corruption during unexpected power failures, ensuring data integrity.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is a strong choice for data centers, virtualization clusters, e-commerce platforms, and machine-learning labs that require fast, predictable storage performance. Its large capacity and high endurance make it suitable for environments where large datasets are frequently accessed and updated. IT professionals managing server farms or storage arrays will find this drive meets the demands of modern workloads while maintaining security and reliability.