What interface and form factor does the Dell 345-BLCV use?

The 345-BLCV features PCIe Gen4.0 x4 NVMe interface in a 2.5-inch U.2 SFF form factor with Dell tray. This delivers sequential reads up to 7GB/s and random IOPS exceeding 1M, ideal for NVMe backplanes in PowerEdge R640/R740 series servers.

Is the 345-BLCV suitable for read-intensive workloads?

Yes, designed for read-intensive endurance with TLC/QLC NAND, supporting >1 DWPD over 5 years. Perfect for virtualization, caching, and analytics where read-heavy patterns dominate, matching Dell enterprise SSD profiles like similar 30TB QLC models.

Which Dell servers is the 345-BLCV compatible with?

Fully compatible with PowerEdge Gen14+ servers including R440, R540, R640, R740, R740xd, R940 via 2.5in NVMe backplanes. Includes tray for hot-swap installation; verify iDRAC firmware for Gen4 NVMe optimization.

What endurance and reliability features are included?

Enterprise-grade with power-loss protection, thermal throttling, and end-to-end data path protection. Matches read-intensive specs of Dell's PM1733/PM1735 series, ensuring MTBF >2M hours for 24/7 operation.

How does 345-BLCV compare to SAS SSD alternatives?

NVMe Gen4 outperforms SAS 12/24Gbps with 4x bandwidth, lower latency for east-west traffic. Ideal upgrade for NVMe-enabled servers vs. legacy SAS, reducing port count while boosting IOPS/throughput.

Does the kit include the tray/caddy?

Yes, ships as SSD W-TRAY kit with Dell-compatible 2.5in U.2 carrier (DXD9H-style), enabling direct insertion into standard PowerEdge drive bays without additional accessories.

345-BLCV - Dell 345-BLCV NVMe Gen4 x4 U.2 SSD Tray Kit

Name: Dell 345-BLCV NVMe Gen4 x4 U.2 SSD Tray Kit
Brand: Dell
SKU: 345-BLCV

345-BLCV - Dell 345-BLCV NVMe Gen4 x4 U.2 SSD Tray Kit | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell 345-BLCV SSD with tray is engineered for enterprise datacenter environments, providing high-density storage in a PCIe Gen4.0 x4 NVMe U.2 2.5-inch SFF form factor. This kit includes the SSD drive and Dell-compatible tray (similar to DXD9H), enabling hot-plug installation in PowerEdge Gen14+ rack servers. Optimized for read-intensive workloads, it supports sustained high IOPS and throughput for applications like virtualization, big data analytics, databases, and AI/ML training. Key benefits include low latency access, power efficiency, and seamless integration with Dell iDRAC management. Built with enterprise-grade TLC or QLC NAND, it ensures reliability with features like power-loss protection and end-to-end data integrity. Ideal for scaling storage in hybrid cloud infrastructures while maintaining TCO optimization through high capacity per slot.

PCIe Gen4.0 x4 NVMe interface enables up to 7GB/s sequential reads.
2.5-inch U.2 SFF form factor with included Dell server tray.
Enterprise read-intensive endurance for 24/7 datacenter operation.
Hot-plug compatible with PowerEdge Gen14+ rack server backplanes.
Power-loss protection safeguards data during unexpected outages.
Advanced ECC and end-to-end data integrity for mission-critical use.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	345-BLCV
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
MTBF	>2 Million Hours
Model	345-BLCV
Format	512e Advanced Format
Hot Plug	Yes
Endurance	Read Intensive / Mixed Use
Product Line	Enterprise SSD
Product Type	SSD W-TRAY
ROHS Compliant	Yes

Compatible systems

Optimized for Dell PowerEdge 14th+ gen rack servers with NVMe support; tray ensures plug-and-play.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R440
Form factor: 2.5in NVMe
Generation: 14th+
Hot-plug ready with tray.
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R540
Form factor: 2.5in NVMe
Generation: 14th+
Requires NVMe backplane.
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R640
Form factor: 2.5in U.2
Generation: 14th+
Full speed Gen4 support.
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R740
Form factor: 2.5in NVMe
Generation: 14th+
Verified tray compatibility.
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R940
Form factor: 2.5in U.2
Generation: 14th+
High-density configs.

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High-density storage expansion in rack servers for spine/leaf architectures.

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NAND Flash	TLC/QLC
Storage Capacity	High-capacity (3.84-30TB range)

Tray Type	DXD9H 2.5in Caddy
Form Factor	2.5 Inch 15mm U.2 SFF
Compatible Bays	2.5in Server Bays

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