What interface does the Dell 345-BDRI SSD use?

The Dell 345-BDRI is specified as a SATA SSD in the enterprise SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD category. This means it is intended for systems equipped with SATA backplanes and controllers that accept 2.5-inch drives. The SATA interface classification helps ensure alignment with existing storage infrastructure standards.

What type of workloads is the Dell 345-BDRI designed for?

This SSD is categorized as a 3.84TB enterprise read intensive drive with a 1 DWPD designation. That classification indicates it is intended primarily for read-focused workloads, where the majority of activity is read rather than sustained heavy writes. It fits scenarios where predictable read performance is needed with moderate write demands.

What form factor does the Dell 345-BDRI use?

The drive is described as a 2.5-inch hot-plug SSD. The 2.5-inch form factor is common in enterprise servers and storage arrays, while the hot-plug capability allows insertion and removal in compatible systems without powering them down. This supports continuous operation and easier drive service in managed environments.

Is the Dell 345-BDRI suitable for enterprise environments?

Yes, the Dell 345-BDRI is explicitly identified at the enterprise product level and placed in the enterprise SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD category. Combined with its 3.84TB capacity, read intensive usage profile, and hot-plug 2.5-inch design, it is intended for deployment in enterprise servers and storage systems.

345-BDRI - Dell 345-BDRI 3.84TB SATA Read Intensive SSD

Name: Dell 345-BDRI 3.84TB SATA Read Intensive SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 345-BDRI
Price: 3465 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Dell 345-BDRI 3.84TB SATA Read Intensive 2.5-inch Hot-Plug SSD is designed for enterprise storage environments that prioritize high-capacity read workloads. With a 3.84TB capacity, it supports large data sets and read-focused applications in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. As a SATA read intensive drive, it is targeted at deployments where the majority of operations are read oriented rather than heavy write cycles. The hot-plug design allows the drive to be inserted or removed from compatible systems without shutting them down, supporting continuous operation and serviceability in managed IT infrastructures. Categorized as an enterprise read intensive drive with a 1 DWPD profile, it is suited for consistent, predictable read-heavy usage patterns. This SSD offers IT procurement teams a standardized option for scaling storage while aligning with enterprise requirements for form factor, interface type, and usage profile.

3.84TB capacity in a 2.5-inch SSD form factor
SATA interface for broad enterprise compatibility
Read intensive SSD suited to read-heavy workloads
2.5-inch hot-plug design for serviceability
Enterprise product level for data center use
Classified under 1 DWPD read intensive category

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Sector Format
Manufacturer part #	345-BDRI
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
Model	345-BDRI
Capacity	3.84 TB
Use Case	Enterprise server workloads with fast read performance
Drive Type	Read intensive SSD
Drive Width	2.5-inch SFF
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Product Line	Dell Enterprise SSD
Product Type	Solid State Drive

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Enterprise storage
Suited to enterprise environments that require standardized 2.5-inch SATA SSDs with 3.84TB capacity for centralized or distributed storage.
Read-heavy applications
Designed as a read intensive SSD, appropriate for workloads where operations are predominantly reads rather than frequent writes.
Hot-plug server bays
The 2.5-inch hot-plug form factor is suitable for systems that support live drive insertion and removal without downtime.
Capacity-focused deployments
3.84TB capacity supports datasets and applications that benefit from higher drive-level capacity in a single 2.5-inch slot.
Standardized enterprise fleets
Enterprise classification and read intensive 1 DWPD category enable consistent drive selection across managed server or storage fleets.

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NAND Flash Type	TLC
Endurance Rating	1 DWPD

Interface	SATA 6Gb/s
Interface Speed	6 Gbit/s
Drive Interface Connector	SATA

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