What interface does the Dell TXP72 use?

PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe with U.2 connector supporting dual-port x2 for high availability. Backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 slots at reduced speeds, delivering up to 7100 MB/s sequential reads in Gen4 environments.

Is the TXP72 suitable for virtualization?

Yes, read-intensive profile with 1.4M random read IOPS and 1 DWPD endurance excels in VMware vSphere/Hyper-V clusters where VMs generate mixed read-heavy I/O patterns.

Does it support hardware encryption?

SED compliant with FIPS 140-2 using AES-256, TCG Opal 2.0. Provides data-at-rest protection and instant secure erase without CPU overhead or performance impact.

What servers is TXP72 compatible with?

Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers with NVMe U.2 bays (14G/15G+). Requires NVMe-capable PERC controllers or direct backplane attachment; specify model at purchase for tray compatibility.

What are the performance specifications?

Sequential read up to 7100 MB/s, write up to 5000 MB/s; random 4K read 1.4M IOPS, write 200K IOPS. Read-intensive rating suits databases, caching, VDI over mixed-use drives.

What is the form factor and power draw?

2.5-inch U.2 SFF hot-swap drive drawing 10-15W active. Fits standard enterprise server bays with airflow-optimized design for dense rack deployments.

TXP72 - Dell TXP72 1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SED FIPS SSD

Name: Dell TXP72 1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SED FIPS SSD
Brand: Dell
SKU: TXP72

TXP72 - Dell TXP72 1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SED FIPS SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Dell TXP72 is a 1.92TB enterprise-class solid state drive featuring PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface in a U.2 2.5-inch form factor, optimized for read-intensive workloads. This TLC NAND SSD includes self-encrypting drive (SED) functionality compliant with FIPS 140-2 standards, providing hardware-based AES encryption for data security in regulated environments. Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers, it supports dual-port x2 operation for high availability configurations. Key performance characteristics include sequential read speeds up to 7100 MB/s and high random read IOPS suitable for OLTP databases, virtualization hosts, and content delivery networks. The read-intensive endurance rating (approximately 1 DWPD) balances capacity, performance, and longevity for business-critical applications. With PCIe 4.0 bandwidth doubling Gen3 capabilities, it reduces latency and improves I/O throughput in dense server deployments. Compatibility focuses on enterprise servers requiring NVMe-capable backplanes and controllers. Power efficiency and thermal management support 24/7 operation in rack environments. Ideal for organizations needing secure, high-capacity storage without mixed-use endurance premiums, offering strong total cost of ownership through reliable performance and simplified management via Dell iDRAC integration.

1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SSD.
7100MB/s read; 1.4M IOPS 4K random.
SED FIPS 140-2; 1 DWPD endurance.
Dual-port x2; 2.5in SFF hot-swap.
TLC NAND read-intensive optimized.
Dell PowerEdge server compatible.

Expedited and overnight shipping options are available at checkout, priced by destination and service.
Purchase orders accepted from qualified institutions.
Refunds within 14 days and replacements within 30 days of delivery with an RMA (25% restocking fee on customer-initiated returns), and every part carries our Standard 30-Day Warranty - see our return policy or contact US IT Hardware.

Featuring

Usage Profile
Manufacturer part #	TXP72
Brand	Dell
Condition	New
MTBF	2.5 million hours
Model	TXP72
Hot Swap	Supported
NAND Type	TLC
Encryption	SED FIPS 140-2
Product Line	Enterprise NVMe SSD
Product Type	NVMe Solid State Drive
Compatibility	Dell PowerEdge servers with NVMe bays

Compatible systems

Optimized for Dell PowerEdge 14G+ rack servers with NVMe support. Native OS drivers across major hypervisors and enterprise Linux.

Dell PowerEdge
Model: R750
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
NVMe backplane required
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R650
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: 15th Gen
PERC H755i front bay support
Dell PowerEdge
Model: R740
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: 14th Gen
PCIe Gen4 ready BIOS

Best for

Virtualization
VMware vSphere and Hyper-V hosts with multiple VMs requiring consistent low-latency random reads across virtualized workloads.
Database Servers
OLTP systems running SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL with high read transaction volumes and moderate writes.
Big Data Analytics
Hadoop, Spark clusters processing large datasets where sequential read performance accelerates query execution.

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

No reviews yet — be the first to review this part.

NVMe Enterprise & Data Center SSDs 1.92TB Enterprise SSDs Dell Enterprise SSDs 2.5-inch Enterprise SSDs

Endurance	1 DWPD; ~3.5 PBW
Read IOPS 4K	Up to 1,400,000
Write IOPS 4K	Up to 100,000-200,000
Sequential Read	Up to 7100 MB/s
Sequential Write	Up to 2500-5000 MB/s
Storage Capacity	1.92 TB

Weight	~70g
Form Factor	U.2 2.5-inch SFF

Connector	U.2 / U.3 compatible
Interface	PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe; Dual Port x2

Dell TXP72 1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SED FIPS SSD

Product overview

Featuring

Compatible systems

Best for

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

Storage

Power Consumption

Physical Characteristics

Environmental

Interface/Ports

Frequently asked questions

Dell TXP72 1.92TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe U.2 RI SED FIPS SSD

Product overview

Featuring

Compatible systems

Best for

Details

Shipping, warranty & returns

Customer reviews

Shop these collections

Storage

Power Consumption

Physical Characteristics

Environmental

Interface/Ports

Frequently asked questions