What are the sequential performance specs of the Dell PDR1R?

The PDR1R delivers up to 480 MiB/s sequential read and 440 MiB/s sequential write performance with 64KiB blocks. These speeds support efficient bulk data transfers in PowerEdge servers for applications like file servers and backup caching.

What endurance rating does this SSD provide?

Rated at 1 DWPD Read Intensive with 1,752 TB total endurance over 5 years. Suitable for enterprise workloads with read-biased access patterns such as web serving and virtualization without excessive write amplification.

Is the PDR1R compatible with all PowerEdge servers?

Yes, as an agnostic SATA SSD validated for PowerEdge platforms. It works across R/T/C series rack, tower, and compact systems with standard 2.5-inch SATA bays and latest PERC controllers.

What random IOPS performance can I expect?

Up to 79,000 4KiB random read IOPS, 48,000 random write IOPS, and 23,000 mixed 70/30 IOPS. Ideal for VM-dense environments and database read caching requiring low-latency access.

What workload type is the PDR1R designed for?

Read Intensive (RI) workloads with 1 DWPD rating. Optimized for enterprise applications like boot drives, caching tiers, and general server storage where reads significantly outnumber writes.

Does this drive require special server configuration?

No special configuration needed; it's plug-and-play agnostic for PowerEdge SATA bays. Compatible with standard RAID configurations via PERC controllers and supports power-loss protection features.

PDR1R - Dell PDR1R 960GB SATA 6Gbps RI 2.5in PowerEdge SSD

Name: Dell PDR1R 960GB SATA 6Gbps RI 2.5in PowerEdge SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: PDR1R
Price: 2725 USD
Availability: InStock

PDR1R - Dell PDR1R 960GB SATA 6Gbps RI 2.5in PowerEdge SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell PDR1R is a 960GB SATA SSD designed specifically for PowerEdge server environments, offering Read Intensive (RI) workload optimization with 1 DWPD endurance rating over 5 years. Delivering sequential read speeds up to 480 MB/s and write speeds up to 440 MB/s, it supports 79,000 4KiB random read IOPS and 48,000 random write IOPS, with 23,000 70/30 mixed IOPS. This agnostic SATA drive integrates seamlessly with Dell PowerEdge systems, providing reliable performance for virtualization, database caching, and general server applications requiring consistent low-latency access. Built with enterprise-grade 3D TLC NAND, the PDR1R ensures high endurance of 1,752 TBW, making it suitable for business-critical deployments. Its 2.5-inch form factor fits standard server bays, and power-efficient design reduces operational costs in rack environments. Validated through Dell's rigorous PowerEdge testing, this SSD maintains performance under sustained workloads while supporting advanced features like power-loss protection. Ideal for IT departments upgrading storage in PowerEdge R/T/C series servers, it balances capacity, speed, and reliability for enterprise IT infrastructure.

960GB SATA 6Gbps RI SSD.
480/440 MB/s seq, 79K/48K 4K IOPS.
1 DWPD, 1752TBW endurance.
PowerEdge agnostic validated.
Read Intensive workload optimized.
2.5in enterprise form factor.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	PDR1R
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
Model	Agnostic SATA SSD
Category	Enterprise Server Storage
Product Line	PowerEdge
Product Type	Solid State Drive - SATA Read Intensive
Compatibility	PowerEdge Servers Agnostic
NAND Technology	3D TLC
Workload Rating	Read Intensive

Storage

Compatible systems

Validated for Dell PowerEdge 15th/16th Gen servers. Supports major hypervisors and enterprise OS with native drivers.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R760
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 16th Gen
Full SATA support with PERC11
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R650
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
Validated agnostic drive
Dell PowerEdge
Model: T560
Form factor: Tower
Generation: 15th Gen
Standard 2.5in bays supported

Best for

Virtualization Hosts
VMware vSphere and Hyper-V clusters requiring consistent IOPS across multiple VMs with 79K read/48K write performance.
Database Caching
SQL Server, MySQL read caching layers leveraging 1 DWPD endurance and 480MB/s sequential reads for query acceleration.
Web & Application Servers
Apache/Nginx hosting environments with high read-intensive traffic, supported by 23K mixed IOPS and PowerEdge validation.

Capacity	960 GB
Endurance TBW	1,752 TB (5 years)
Endurance DWPD	1 DWPD

Seq Read 64KiB	480 MiB/s
Seq Write 64KiB	440 MiB/s
Mixed 70/30 4KiB	23K IOPS
Random Read 4KiB	79K IOPS
Random Write 4KiB	48K IOPS

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