Micron 6500 ION 30.72TB U.3 PCIe 4.0 x4 (NVMe) Internal SSD

Overview

The Micron MTFDKCC30T7TGR-1BK1DFCYYR is a high-capacity internal NVMe solid state drive designed for enterprise storage solutions. It offers 30.72 TB of fast storage through a PCIe 4.0 x4 U.3 interface, delivering sequential read speeds up to 6,800 MBps and write speeds up to 5,000 MBps. This drive is built to handle demanding workloads such as virtual machines, real-time analytics, and high-traffic databases with low latency and high responsiveness.

Key features

• Supports extremely high storage density with 30.72 TB capacity, maximizing space in U.3 bays.
• PCIe 4.0 x4 interface ensures rapid data transfer rates for both sequential and random operations.
• Endurance rating of one full drive write per day (1 DWPD) supports continuous write-heavy applications.
• Integrated power loss protection safeguards data integrity during unexpected power interruptions.
• Hardware-based security compliant with TCG Opal 2.01 and FIPS 140-3 Level 2 standards protects data at rest.
• Built on advanced 232-layer TLC NAND technology for reliable performance and longevity.
• Efficient power consumption with approximately 15 watts during reads and 20 watts during writes helps manage operating costs.
• Designed for enterprise environments requiring consistent uptime, backed by a 2.5 million-hour MTBF and a five-year limited warranty.

Key specs

• Capacity: 30.72 TB
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 U.3 (SFF-8639)
• Sequential read speed: up to 6,800 MBps
• Sequential write speed: up to 5,000 MBps
• Random read IOPS: up to 1,000,000
• Random write IOPS: up to 200,000
• NAND type: 232-layer TLC
• Endurance: 1 DWPD (drive write per day)
• Power consumption: ~15 W (read), ~20 W (write), ~5 W (idle)
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• MTBF: 2.5 million hours
• Warranty: 5-year limited

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the U.3 (SFF-8639) connector, compatible with servers and storage arrays that support PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe drives. Its 2.5-inch form factor fits standard enterprise drive bays, making it suitable for a wide range of data center and high-performance computing environments.

Performance and reliability

The drive’s high sequential and random throughput ensures smooth handling of latency-sensitive workloads such as virtual machines and database operations. Its endurance rating and power loss protection make it dependable for continuous write-intensive tasks like content streaming and log capture. The long MTBF and comprehensive warranty provide confidence in long-term operation.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to hyperscale data centers, HPC clusters, and edge appliances that require large, fast local storage. It fits environments where maximizing storage density and maintaining high throughput are critical, especially for applications demanding consistent performance and data security.