Solidigm
Solidigm D3-S4520 240GB M.2 2280 SATA enterprise SSD SSDSCKKB240GZ01
Enterprise 240 GB SATA M.2 2280 SSD with 144L TLC 3D NAND, 2,000,000-hour MTBF and end-to-end data protection for server continuity
- Form FactorM.2 2280
- Capacity240GB
- Memory Components144L TLC 3D NAND
- InterfaceSATA III
- MTBF2,000,000 hours
- Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
- Enterprise reliability with 2,000,000 hours MTBF rating
- End-to-end data protection guards against sudden power loss
- 9x lower annualised failure rate reduces drive replacements
- Firmware updates complete without server reset cutting downtime
- M.2 2280 form factor fits dense server configurations
Solidigm D3-S4520 240GB SATA SSD
The Solidigm D3-S4520 is a 240GB enterprise solid-state drive built for data-centre servers. It uses a SATA III interface in an M.2 2280 form factor with 144L TLC 3D NAND. The drive targets workloads that demand consistent uptime and data integrity over raw capacity or peak throughput.
Suited for arrays needing endurance
This drive fits administrators who prioritise a 2,000,000-hour MTBF and firmware updates without a server reset. It operates from 0°C to 70°C and tolerates 1,000 G shock. Buyers who need larger capacities or a PCIe interface should consider other models.
SATA III interface dictates host compatibility
The single specification that decides fit is the SATA III interface. The motherboard or backplane must provide a SATA-connected M.2 slot; a PCIe-only M.2 slot will not work. Verify the host connector type before purchase.
Highlights
- Enterprise reliability with 2,000,000 hours MTBF rating
- End-to-end data protection guards against sudden power loss
- 9x lower annualised failure rate reduces drive replacements
- Firmware updates complete without server reset cutting downtime
- M.2 2280 form factor fits dense server configurations
Specifications
| Brand | Solidigm |
|---|---|
| Series | D3-S4520 |
| Model | D3-S4520 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Capacity | 240GB |
| Memory Components | 144L TLC 3D NAND |
| Interface | SATA III |
| MTBF | 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ +70°C |
| Max Shock Resistance | 1,000 G (Max) at 0.5 msec |
| Max Vibration Resistance | Operating: 2.17 GRMS (5 - 700 Hz) Max Non-Operating: 3.13 GRMS (5 - 800 Hz) Max |
| Shipping weight | 0.45 kg |
| Package size | 203 × 152 × 127 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install this M.2 2280 SATA SSD in a server and what step is often missed?
Insert the drive into an M.2 slot wired for SATA at a 20-degree angle, then secure it with the screw; the common mistake is using a slot that only supports PCIe, which will not detect the drive.
What maintenance or replacement will the 144L TLC 3D NAND need over its service life?
The 144L TLC 3D NAND has a finite write endurance; plan to replace the drive once its SMART media-wear indicator approaches the rated limit to avoid unexpected failure.
What limit appears first on this SSD during sustained heavy writes?
The SATA III interface caps sequential throughput at 6 Gb/s, so the bus saturates before the 144L TLC 3D NAND or thermal throttling at 70°C becomes the bottleneck.
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