What is the storage role of the WD_BLACK SN8100 4TB WDS400T1XHM?

The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink 4TB, SKU WDS400T1XHM, is defined as a 4TB internal gaming and content creation SSD. It is intended for use inside systems rather than as an external drive, providing capacity for game libraries and creative project data in a single internal SSD configuration.

Which interface category does this WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD belong to?

This SSD is categorized as an M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD. That means it is intended for systems that support M.2 2280 slots wired for PCIe 5.0 and compatible with NVMe SSDs in this category. Buyers should ensure their platforms support an M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe drive class before deployment.

Does the WD_BLACK SN8100 WDS400T1XHM include a heatsink?

Yes, this specific model is described as the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink 4TB. The product category further states that it is a 4TB internal gaming and content creation SSD with heatsink, indicating that the heatsink is part of the defined configuration for this SKU.

What type of systems is this WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD intended for?

The drive is a consumer level M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD categorized for gaming and content creation. It is designed for systems that provide an M.2 2280 slot suitable for PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs, such as compatible desktops used for high end gaming or creative workloads requiring substantial internal storage.

How can procurement teams accurately reference this SSD?

Procurement teams can identify this drive using its full description: Western Digital WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink 4TB, SKU WDS400T1XHM. Referencing both the WD_BLACK SN8100 model name and the specific SKU helps ensure the correct 4TB internal M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD with heatsink is ordered.

WDS400T1XHM - Western Digital WDS400T1XHM 4TB NVMe SSD with heatsink

Name: Western Digital WDS400T1XHM 4TB NVMe SSD with heatsink
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WDS400T1XHM
Price: 910 USD
Availability: InStock

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Product overview

The Western Digital WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink 4TB, SKU WDS400T1XHM, is a consumer grade internal solid state drive built for demanding gaming and content creation environments. This model is categorized as an M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD, providing a modern storage interface suitable for current desktop platforms. With a 4TB capacity class and integrated heatsink, it is designed as an internal solution for systems that require substantial solid state storage. Positioned for gaming and content creation use cases, it fits configurations where fast NVMe storage and thermally managed hardware are important considerations. As part of the WD_BLACK SN8100 product line from Western Digital, it aligns with performance focused consumer builds that depend on PCIe 5.0 connectivity. The drive’s form factor and PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface make it a compact option for systems supporting M.2 2280 slots.

4TB internal gaming and content creation SSD
M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD category
Includes integrated heatsink configuration
WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD model
Consumer level Western Digital SSD
SKU WDS400T1XHM for precise identification

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Featuring

Product Line
Manufacturer part #	WDS400T1XHM
Brand	Western Digital
Condition	New
Model	WDS400T1XHM-00CMT0
Series	SN8100
Capacity	4 TB
Heatsink	Integrated heatsink
Technology	PCIe Gen 5.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
Drive Class	High-performance gaming and content creation SSD
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Intended Use	Gaming, professional content creation, AI applications

Compatible systems

Compatible with Windows 10 and Windows 11 for this 4TB WD_BLACK SN8100 WDS400T1XHM SSD

Best for

High end gaming
Suitable for gaming systems that can benefit from a 4TB internal WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with heatsink, using the M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface.
Content creation
Appropriate for content creation workstations that need a 4TB internal M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD with heatsink for large project assets.
PCIe 5.0 desktop builds
Designed for desktops that support M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs, where a 4TB WD_BLACK SN8100 with heatsink can serve as primary storage.
Consumer performance upgrades
Useful for consumer systems requiring a 4TB internal upgrade in the form of a WD_BLACK SN8100 M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD with heatsink.
Heatsink equipped NVMe slots
Fits configurations that need a 4TB internal NVMe SSD with an integrated heatsink in M.2 2280 form factor using PCIe 5.0 connectivity.

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NVMe Enterprise & Data Center SSDs Enterprise SSDs Western Digital Drives

Product Type	Internal solid state drive

Flash Memory Type	TLC 3D CBA NAND

nCache Technology	nCache 4.0

Operating System Compatibility	Windows 10; Windows 11

Performance

MTTF	1.75 million hours
NAND Type	3D TLC NAND
Endurance (TBW)	2400 TBW
Sequential Read Speed	14,900 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed	14,000 MB/s
Random Performance IOPS (2TB-4TB models)	Over 2,300,000 IOPS

Networking Ports & Interfaces

Interface	PCI Express 5.0 x4 (NVMe)
Connector Type	M.2 2280 edge connector
Host Interface	PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe
Compatibility PCIe Versions	PCIe 5.0 x4; backward compatible with PCIe 4.0, 3.0, 2.0 x4, x2, x1

Western Digital WDS400T1XHM 4TB NVMe SSD with heatsink