MZ-XL515T0 - Samsung MZ-XL515T0 PM1733 15.36TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 Enterprise SSD

Name: Samsung MZ-XL515T0 PM1733 15.36TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 Enterprise SSD
Brand: Samsung
SKU: MZ-XL515T0
Price: 6165 USD
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MZ-XL515T0 - Samsung MZ-XL515T0 PM1733 15.36TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 Enterprise SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Samsung PM1733 (MZ-XL515T0) is an enterprise-class NVMe solid-state drive delivering 15.36TB of high-capacity storage in a compact 2.5-inch form factor. Built on PCIe 4.0 x4 interface technology, this drive provides enterprise-grade reliability with 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) endurance rating, making it suitable for demanding data center workloads. The PM1733 series is engineered for read-intensive and mixed-workload environments including virtualization, database acceleration, and cloud infrastructure deployments. With TLC NAND flash technology and enterprise-level performance characteristics, the drive supports hot-plug operation in compatible U.3 backplane systems. The 15.36TB capacity enables consolidation of large datasets while maintaining consistent performance, reducing overall storage infrastructure footprint and power consumption in enterprise environments. Compatible with HPE Gen10 servers and other enterprise platforms supporting U.3 NVMe drives, the PM1733 delivers the performance density required for modern data center operations.

15.36TB capacity in 2.5-inch form factor.
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface; 7,000 MB/s read.
175,000 IOPS random read performance.
1 DWPD enterprise endurance rating.
U.3 hot-pluggable connector; HPE compatible.
TLC NAND with ECC; digitally signed firmware.

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Featuring

Use Case Optimization
Manufacturer part #	MZ-XL515T0
Brand	Samsung
Condition	Refurbished
Model	PM1733
Device Type	Solid State Drive - Internal; Enterprise-grade; Hot-pluggable
Product Line	PM1733 Enterprise NVMe SSD Series
Product Type	Enterprise Solid State Drive - Internal NVMe
Compatibility	HPE Gen10 and Gen10.5 servers; U.3 backplane systems; NVMe HBA bridges
Workload Type	Read-Intensive; Mixed-workload enterprise deployments
Hot-Plug Support	Yes; hot-pluggable with SCN (Smart Carrier) support

Compatible systems

The Samsung PM1733 MZ-XL515T0 is compatible with HPE ProLiant DL-series and Apollo servers featuring U.3 backplane support. Supports VMware ESXi, Windows Server, and major Linux distributions. Requires PCIe 4.0 x4 or PCIe 3.0 x4 slot with NVMe-capable storage controller.

HPE ProLiant DL
Model: DL380 Gen10 Plus
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10 Plus
Full U.3 NVMe support with latest BIOS; compatible with HPE Smart Array controllers
HPE ProLiant DL
Model: DL360 Gen10
Form factor: 1U Rack
Generation: Gen10
U.3 backplane support; requires NVMe HBA bridge for full performance
HPE Apollo
Model: XL450 Gen10
Form factor: 2U Rack
Generation: Gen10
High-density NVMe support for HPC and analytics workloads

Best for

Database Servers
High-transaction OLTP workloads running SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL with consistent low-latency I/O performance. The 15.36TB capacity supports large database instances while PCIe 4.0 speeds enable rapid query processing and transaction throughput.
Virtualization
VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, and KVM hypervisor hosts requiring predictable performance across multiple virtual machines. The enterprise endurance rating ensures reliable operation under sustained VM I/O patterns.

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Storage

Capacity	15.36TB
Wear Leveling	Hardware-based wear leveling for extended drive lifespan
NAND Flash Type	TLC (Triple-Level Cell)
Endurance Rating	1 DWPD (Drive Write Per Day)
Garbage Collection	Optimized background garbage collection for consistent performance

Sequential Read Speed	Up to 7,000 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed	Up to 3,800 MB/s
Random Read Performance	175,000 IOPS
Random Write Performance	145,000 IOPS

Security

Firmware	Digitally signed firmware for integrity and security
Error Correction	Background error correction code (ECC) for data integrity
Security Features	Encrypted firmware; enterprise-grade data protection

Power Efficiency	Enterprise-optimized power consumption for data center deployments

Form Factor	2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF)

Thermal Management	Advanced thermal throttling; heat spreader design for sustained performance

Interface	PCIe Express 4.0 x4 (NVMe 1.4)
Connector Type	U.3 (Universal 2.5-inch) connector; supports NVMe, SAS, SATA protocols

Frequently asked questions

What performance does the Samsung PM1733 deliver for database workloads?

The PM1733 delivers 7,000 MB/s sequential read speed and 175,000 IOPS random read performance, making it ideal for high-transaction OLTP databases running SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface provides 8GB/s bandwidth enabling consistent low-latency I/O critical for transactional workloads.

Is the MZ-XL515T0 compatible with HPE servers?

Yes, the PM1733 is fully compatible with HPE Gen10 and Gen10.5 servers featuring U.3 backplane support. The drive works with HPE Smart Array controllers and NVMe HBA bridges, enabling seamless integration into existing HPE infrastructure with full performance potential.

What is the endurance rating and how does it impact drive lifespan?

The drive features 1 DWPD (Drive Write Per Day) endurance rating, meaning it can sustain one full drive write per day throughout its operational life. This enterprise-grade rating ensures reliable operation under sustained data center workloads while providing predictable replacement cycles for capacity planning.

How does the 15.36TB capacity reduce data center costs?

The massive 15.36TB capacity consolidates multiple smaller drives into a single unit, reducing per-server drive count, power consumption, cooling requirements, and management overhead. This density optimization significantly lowers total cost of ownership in large-scale deployments while improving storage efficiency.

What security and data protection features are included?

The PM1733 includes digitally signed firmware ensuring integrity, hardware error correction code (ECC) for data protection, and advanced wear-leveling algorithms. These enterprise-grade security features protect data integrity across millions of I/O operations in production environments.

Can the drive be replaced without system downtime?

Yes, the PM1733 features hot-pluggable design with Smart Carrier (SCN) support, enabling field replacement without powering down the server. This capability is critical for maintaining high availability in production data center environments.

What makes the U.3 form factor advantageous for enterprise deployments?

The U.3 connector provides future-ready flexibility by supporting NVMe, SAS, and SATA protocols on a unified connector. This enables seamless upgrades from legacy storage technologies while simplifying hardware inventory management and reducing connector standardization complexity.

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