MPN: 345-BGDH·By: Dell
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The Dell 345-BGDH is a 960GB enterprise-class solid-state drive engineered for read-intensive workloads in Dell PowerEdge server environments. Featuring a SAS 24Gbps interface, TLC NAND flash memory, and ISE (In-System Encryption) technology, this 2.5-inch small form factor drive delivers high-speed sequential and random I/O performance with 1 drive write per day (DWPD) endurance rating. The 512e advanced format sector size ensures compatibility with legacy systems while maintaining modern performance standards. With hot-swap capability and support for hybrid 3.5-inch carrier trays, the 345-BGDH integrates seamlessly into Dell 14G, 15G, and 16G PowerEdge servers. Ideal for virtualization, databases, data analytics, and transactional workloads requiring consistent performance and enterprise-grade reliability.
| Manufacturer part # | 345-BGDH |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Condition | New |
| Model | 345-BGDH |
| Product Type | Solid State Drive (SSD) - Hot-swap Enterprise Class |
| Hot-Swap Capability | Yes, hot-swap supported |
| Workload Classification | Read-Intensive |
| Compatible Server Generations | Dell PowerEdge 14G, 15G, 16G (C6420, C6520, C6525, C6600, C6615, C6620, HS5610) |
| Capacity | 960GB |
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The Dell 345-BGDH is fully compatible with Dell PowerEdge 14G, 15G, and 16G servers (C6420, C6520, C6525, C6600, C6615, C6620, HS5610) when equipped with SAS 24Gbps controllers and 3.5-inch drive bays with hybrid carrier trays. Supports Windows Server, Linux, VMware ESXi, and Hyper-V. Requires standard SAS power and data connectors with no special cabling.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
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[email protected]| Sector Format |
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| 512e (512-byte emulation) |
| NAND Flash Type | TLC (Triple-Level Cell) |
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| Endurance Rating | 1 DWPD (Drive Write Per Day) |
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| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 24Gbps (SAS 24Gbps interface) |
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| Encryption | ISE (In-System Encryption) with AES-256 |
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| Power Connector | Standard 12V SAS power connector |
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| Form Factor | 2.5-inch SFF (Small Form Factor) |
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| Hybrid Carrier Support | 3.5-inch hybrid carrier tray compatible |
| Interface Type | SAS 24Gbps (SAS 4.0) |
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Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
Requires hybrid tray adapter for 3.5-inch bay compatibility.
VMware vSphere and Hyper-V environments requiring consistent read-heavy performance for VM datastores and live migration operations.
SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL deployments with read-intensive query patterns, OLTP workloads, and transactional consistency requirements.
Data warehouse and business intelligence platforms performing large-scale read operations on historical datasets and analytical queries.
Online transaction processing systems requiring low-latency random read access and high IOPS for concurrent user sessions.
CDN edge nodes and media servers serving read-heavy content distribution with minimal write operations and high throughput.
The Dell 345-BGDH features a SAS 24Gbps (SAS 4.0) interface, delivering 24 gigabits per second throughput. This dual-port SAS interface supports redundancy and failover, enabling continuous operation even if one port fails. The ISE (In-System Encryption) variant provides hardware-based encryption for data security without performance degradation.
1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) means the drive can sustain one full capacity write (960GB) every 24 hours for its rated lifespan. For read-intensive workloads with minimal writes, this endurance rating is sufficient for 3-5 years of typical enterprise operation, making it ideal for analytics and database read operations.
The 345-BGDH is certified for Dell PowerEdge 14G, 15G, and 16G servers (C6420, C6520, C6525, C6600, C6615, C6620, HS5610). It requires a 3.5-inch hybrid carrier tray (included or sold separately) to fit into 3.5-inch drive bays. Compatibility with older generations (13G and earlier) is not guaranteed without verification.
The 345-BGDH is 960GB with SAS 24Gbps, while the 345-BGDJ is 3.84TB with the same SAS 24Gbps interface. Both are read-intensive, TLC NAND drives with 1DWPD endurance. The 345-BGDJ offers 4x the capacity for larger storage pools, while the 345-BGDH suits space-constrained or cost-sensitive deployments.
Yes, the ISE variant includes In-System Encryption (ISE) with hardware-based AES-256 encryption. This provides transparent data encryption without requiring software overhead, protecting data at rest while maintaining full SAS 24Gbps performance. ISE is ideal for compliance-sensitive environments (HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR).
512e (512-byte emulation) presents a 512-byte logical sector size while using 4096-byte physical sectors internally. This ensures compatibility with legacy operating systems and applications expecting 512-byte sectors, while maintaining modern SSD efficiency. It's essential for mixed-generation data center environments.
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