Axiom
Axiom SSDEP40HC960-AX enterprise SSD 960 GB 2.5 in 3.5 carrier SATA 600 256-bit AES
Enterprise solid-state drive storing 960 GB with 256-bit AES encryption and hot-swap 2.5-inch-in-3.5-inch carrier
- Hardware encryption protects data with 256-bit AES
- 960 GB capacity stores large enterprise workloads
- 520 MB/s read speed accelerates data access
- 485 MB/s write speed sustains heavy writes
- Hot-swap 2.5" drive in 3.5" carrier simplifies maintenance
960 GB encrypted enterprise SSD
The Axiom SSDEP40HC960-AX is a 960 GB enterprise solid-state drive built for servers and storage arrays that require hardware-based data protection. It uses a SATA 600 interface and includes 256-bit AES encryption to secure data at rest. The drive is supplied in a 3.5-inch carrier that holds a 2.5-inch unit for hot-swap bays.
Compatibility checks before ordering
Verify that your system provides a SATA 600 port and a 3.5-inch hot-swap bay that accepts a carrier-mounted drive. Confirm the controller or backplane supports SATA 6 Gb/s operation and can handle the drive’s 520 MB/s read and 485 MB/s write rates. Ensure the firmware or management software can manage self-encrypting drives if encryption features are required.
Upgrade path from earlier SATA SSDs
This drive replaces slower SATA SSDs or mechanical drives in read-intensive workloads where encryption and hot-swap serviceability are needed. The jump is worthwhile when moving from drives limited to SATA 3 Gb/s or lacking hardware encryption, delivering higher throughput and simplified drive replacement without downtime.
Highlights
- Hardware encryption protects data with 256-bit AES
- 960 GB capacity stores large enterprise workloads
- 520 MB/s read speed accelerates data access
- 485 MB/s write speed sustains heavy writes
- Hot-swap 2.5" drive in 3.5" carrier simplifies maintenance
Specifications
| Brand | Axiom |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 0.45 kg |
| Package size | 189 × 111 × 26 mm |
Questions about this item
Does the drive ship with any cables, mounting brackets or software, or must they be purchased separately?
The unit is supplied as the drive in its 3.5-inch carrier only; SATA data and power cables, mounting screws and management software are not included.
What distinguishes the Ep400 960 GB model from other capacities in the same series?
This Ep400 model provides 960 GB capacity with 520 MB/s read and 485 MB/s write speeds over SATA 600, while other capacities may differ in throughput and endurance.
What do the 520 MB/s read and 485 MB/s write figures mean for a server running mixed workloads?
Those are maximum sequential speeds over SATA 600; real-world mixed workloads will be lower and depend on queue depth, block size and controller overhead.
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