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Silver 2.5 inch SAS enterprise SSD with green circuit board visible

DELL

DELL 960GB 12Gbps SAS MU MLC 2.5 Enterprise SSD KPM5XVUG960G

SKU CH-T7N8-8WBPR

960 GB enterprise SSD with 12 Gbps SAS interface for mixed-use server workloads

  • InterfaceSAS
  • 960 GB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • 12 Gbps SAS interface delivers high-throughput data transfer
  • Mixed-use MLC flash balances read and write endurance
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard server drive bays
  • Compatible with Dell PowerEdge R640, R740, R750 and other models

Dell 960 GB SAS enterprise SSD

This Dell 960 GB SAS enterprise SSD uses a 12 Gbps interface and mixed-use MLC flash. It is built for Dell PowerEdge servers that need consistent write endurance alongside read-heavy workloads. The 2.5 inch form factor fits standard hot-swap bays in rack and tower chassis. Buyers running databases, virtualization hosts or logging arrays will find the capacity and interface a direct match.

Compatibility checklist before ordering

Verify that your server backplane supports 12 Gbps SAS and that the drive carrier matches the 2.5 inch bay layout. Confirm the controller firmware recognises the KPM5XVUG960G model and that the SAS topology allows the desired queue depth. Check the server service tag against the supported PowerEdge list to avoid backplane or expander mismatches. Ensure the operating system or hypervisor includes the appropriate SAS HBA driver.

Build quality and daily implications

The drive carries Dell firmware updated to the latest revision and has passed full component testing. A 12 Gbps SAS connector provides dual-port redundancy for path failover in clustered configurations. The 2.5 inch metal housing slides into tool-less carriers and locks with a single lever for quick replacement. Mixed-use MLC endurance means sustained writes during backup windows or log replay will not wear the media prematurely.

Highlights

  • 960 GB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • 12 Gbps SAS interface delivers high-throughput data transfer
  • Mixed-use MLC flash balances read and write endurance
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard server drive bays
  • Compatible with Dell PowerEdge R640, R740, R750 and other models

Specifications

BrandDell
ModelKPM5XVUG960G, WFGTH
InterfaceSAS

Questions about this item

Does the Dell 960GB 12Gbps SAS MU MLC 2.5 SSD ship with any brackets, cables or a caddy, or must those be sourced separately?

The drive is supplied as a bare 2.5-inch SAS SSD; mounting brackets, SAS cables and server caddies are not included and must be purchased separately if your chassis requires them.

Which capacity and interface version should I select for a mixed-use workload on a Dell PowerEdge R740?

This model provides 960GB over a 12Gbps SAS link and is the only capacity and speed combination offered under part number KPM5XVUG960G, matching the R740’s supported drive list.

What does the 12Gbps SAS rating mean for real-world throughput inside a PowerEdge R640?

The 12Gbps SAS interface sets the link ceiling; actual sustained read and write speeds depend on the R640’s backplane, controller firmware and the mixed-use MLC workload profile.

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