345-BDTB - Dell 345-BDTB 3.84TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5in hot plug SSD

Name: Dell 345-BDTB 3.84TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5in hot plug SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: 345-BDTB
Price: 3465 USD
Availability: InStock

345-BDTB - Dell 345-BDTB 3.84TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5in hot plug SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell 345-BDTB is an enterprise solid state drive designed for environments that demand reliable read-focused performance and consistent uptime. This drive provides 3.84TB of storage capacity in a compact 2.5-inch form factor, supporting SATA 6Gbps connectivity for integration into compatible enterprise systems. As a read intensive SSD, it is engineered for workloads with a high ratio of reads to writes and is specified at 1 drive write per day, aligning with typical enterprise read-heavy applications. Hot plug capability supports serviceability in supported platforms, allowing the drive to be inserted or removed while the system remains powered, subject to system support. Positioned at the enterprise product level, the Dell 345-BDTB offers a combination of capacity, SATA 6Gbps interface, and read intensive endurance characteristics to support data center, server, and storage deployments that prioritize predictable read performance and operational continuity.

3.84TB capacity for high-density enterprise storage
SATA 6Gbps interface for broad platform compatibility
2.5-inch form factor for space-efficient deployment
Read intensive design aligned to read-heavy workloads
1DWPD endurance rating for defined write lifecycle
Hot plug support for serviceability in supported systems

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Featuring

Component For
Manufacturer part #	345-BDTB
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
Model	345-BDTB
Capacity	3.84 TB
Category	Solid State Drives
Drive Class	Read Intensive
Form Factor	2.5 inch
Product Line	Dell SSD W-TRAY
Product Type	SSD
Sub-Category	SATA 6Gbps, 2.5-inch, hot-plug

Compatible systems

Dell 345-BDTB is a 3.84 TB 2.5-inch SATA read-intensive hot-plug SSD.

Dell SSD W-TRAY
Model: 345-BDTB
Form factor: 2.5 inch
Confirmed SSD form factor and SATA interface for Dell part 345-BDTB.

Best for

Enterprise servers
Suitable for enterprise servers that require 3.84TB of local storage on a 2.5-inch SATA 6Gbps SSD, combining capacity with an enterprise product level design.
Read-heavy applications
Designed as a read intensive SSD with 1DWPD, making it appropriate for workloads where read operations dominate over writes, such as reporting or analytics retrieval.
Hot plug storage arrays
Hot plug capability allows the SSD to be used in supported storage arrays that need drive serviceability without powering down systems.
Density-focused deployments
The 3.84TB capacity in a 2.5-inch form factor supports environments aiming to increase storage density per rack unit while using SATA 6Gbps connectivity.
Enterprise archival and reference data
Well suited for storing reference and archival data that is read frequently but updated relatively infrequently, aligning with its read intensive specification.

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2.5" SATA SSDs SATA Enterprise SSDs 3.84TB Enterprise SSDs Dell Enterprise SSDs

Mounting Type	Internal 2.5-inch drive bay

Tray Included	Yes, ships as SSD with tray for Dell servers

Component Type	Hot-pluggable internal storage drive for Dell PowerEdge-class servers

Read Intensive	Yes

Bytes Per Sector	512e

Hot-Plug Support	Yes

Sub-Sub-Category	3.84 TB, read intensive, 1DWPD

Internal Data Rate Read	555 MB/s

Internal Data Rate Write	530 MB/s

Hot-Plug Backplane Compatibility	Designed for Dell 14G, 15G and 16G PowerEdge server SATA backplanes

Performance

Endurance	1 DWPD
Media Type	Solid state (flash-based storage)
Data Transfer Rate	6 Gbit/s (SATA 6Gbps interface bandwidth)
Sequential Read Speed	up to 555 MB/s
NAND Flash Memory Type	Triple Level Cell (TLC)
Sequential Write Speed	up to 530 MB/s
Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD)	1 DWPD
External Data Transfer Rate	600 MB/s
External Interface Bandwidth	600 MB/s (theoretical maximum over SATA 6Gbps)

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	SATA-6Gbps
Interface Voltage	5 V DC (supplied via SATA power connector)
Interface Standard Name	Serial ATA III (6 Gbit/s)
Drive Interface Connector	Standard 7-pin SATA data plus 15-pin SATA power connector (2.5-inch SAS/SATA backplane compatible)

Frequently asked questions

What is the storage capacity of the Dell 345-BDTB SSD?

The Dell 345-BDTB SSD provides 3.84TB of storage capacity. This capacity is suitable for consolidating data and applications that benefit from solid state performance within a single 2.5-inch drive slot. For procurement teams, 3.84TB per drive helps reduce the number of drives needed to meet capacity targets in enterprise systems.

Which interface does the Dell 345-BDTB use?

The Dell 345-BDTB uses a SATA 6Gbps interface. This interface type is common across many enterprise servers and storage platforms, allowing the drive to be deployed in environments that support SATA 6Gbps connectivity through standard backplanes and controllers. It simplifies integration with existing SATA-based infrastructures.

What is the form factor of the Dell 345-BDTB SSD?

The Dell 345-BDTB is a 2.5-inch solid state drive. This standard small form factor is widely used in enterprise servers and storage arrays, enabling high drive density and flexible configuration options. It allows IT teams to maximize storage capacity within space-constrained chassis designs.

How is the endurance of the Dell 345-BDTB characterized?

The Dell 345-BDTB is described as a read intensive SSD with a 1DWPD, or 1 drive write per day, rating. This means it is intended for workloads where read operations significantly exceed writes. Procurement and engineering teams can use the 1DWPD figure to assess whether the drive fits the expected write workload profile.

Does the Dell 345-BDTB support hot plug operation?

Yes, the Dell 345-BDTB is identified as a hot plug SSD. This means it is designed for use in systems that support hot plug drive bays, allowing the drive to be inserted or removed while the system remains powered, subject to platform capabilities. This can improve serviceability and reduce maintenance-related downtime.

Is the Dell 345-BDTB suitable for enterprise environments?

The Dell 345-BDTB is positioned at the enterprise product level and provides 3.84TB capacity, a SATA 6Gbps interface, a 2.5-inch form factor, and a read intensive 1DWPD profile. These characteristics align with typical requirements for enterprise deployments that prioritize reliable read performance and standardized hardware form factors.

What type of workloads are a good fit for the Dell 345-BDTB?

The Dell 345-BDTB is described as a read intensive SSD with a 1DWPD rating and 3.84TB capacity. This makes it a good fit for workloads where data is read frequently but written relatively infrequently, such as reporting, analytics retrieval, or reference data sets. Its enterprise classification supports use in production environments.

Dell 345-BDTB 3.84TB SATA 6Gbps 2.5in hot plug SSD