Samsung PM983a Enterprise SSD

Brand: Samsung | Category: Enterprise SSDs

SKU: MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07 | Part #: MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07 | MPN: MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07

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Samsung's PM983a Enterprise SSD in the 15.36 TB capacity (part number MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07) is purpose-built for read-intensive workloads where sustained sequential throughput and random access performance define the difference between acceptable and exceptional storage tier behaviour. At 800,000 IOPS for random 4K reads, this M.2 NVMe drive occupies the sweet spot between primary storage responsiveness and the economics of dense capacity deployment—a positioning that appeals directly to storage architects and AI infrastructure teams managing tiered systems where hot data must move fast but not every byte justifies flash's full cost.

The PM983a achieves its read dominance through Samsung's V-NAND TLC architecture paired with a PCIe 3.0 x4 interface running NVMe 1.3 protocol. Sequential read speeds reach 3,500 MB/s, sufficient for sustained database queries, analytics table scans, and model inference pipelines that demand predictable latency. The 2,000 MB/s write speed reflects a deliberate engineering choice: this is not a write-optimized tier. Instead, the drive excels when deployed as a caching layer for warm data, a primary storage tier for read-heavy transactional workloads, or the foundation of a read-cache pool fronting slower capacity. In data centre environments across the GCC region and beyond, network and storage teams frequently find the PM983a MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07 solving the problem of bridging speed and capacity without overprovisioning write bandwidth where it isn't needed.

Reliability and data integrity matter as much as speed in enterprise deployments. Samsung engineered the PM983a with a 2,000,000-hour MTBF rating and an exceptional UBER figure of one sector per 10^17 bits read—metrics that translate to years of service across large-scale installations before meaningful wear occurs. The drive includes end-to-end data path protection, power-loss protection via onboard capacitors, and AES 256-bit encryption with TCG Opal 2.0 compliance, addressing both accidental corruption and security mandates common in regulated industries. For environments handling sensitive customer data, financial records, or healthcare information, these protections are non-negotiable. The inclusion of Sanitize and Secure Erase commands ensures that data removal meets compliance requirements without requiring external tools or procedures.

Physical deployment is straightforward: the M.2 22110 form factor fits standard enterprise server slots without adapters, and the modest 25 W active read power consumption keeps thermal and electrical budgets predictable even in dense configurations. Operating across 0°C to 70°C, the drive tolerates typical data centre environments and edge deployments without throttling. At 110 mm × 22 mm × 8.5 mm, it occupies minimal physical space, a particular advantage when maximizing drive count per 1U or 2U appliance. This form factor efficiency, combined with the 15.36 TB capacity, means a single server can hold substantial flash pools without exotic cooling or power infrastructure.

Omnixon Global holds the Samsung PM983a Enterprise SSD in stock across our Dubai hub and regional distribution network, serving data centre operators, AI labs, and enterprises throughout the GCC, broader Asia, and Europe. Whether you're architecting a tiered storage refresh, scaling a machine learning inference cluster, or consolidating data centre SSD procurement, we can support your deployment timeline and volume requirements. Contact us with your configuration needs and quantities—our technical team can guide platform compatibility, integration strategies, and lead times specific to your environment.

Enterprise Storage Tier Positioning

• Samsung V-NAND TLC architecture optimized for read-intensive workloads with 800,000 IOPS random read performance
• PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface delivering 3,500 MB/s sequential read speed for database queries and analytics processing
• 15.36 TB capacity in M.2 22110 form factor maximizes storage density per server without overprovisioning write performance
• Dual-layer data protection: AES 256-bit encryption, TCG Opal 2.0 compliance, and end-to-end data path protection for regulated workloads
• MTBF 2,000,000 hours and UBER 1/10^17 bits read support multi-year deployment cycles in high-utilization environments
• Onboard power-loss protection via capacitor and Sanitize/Secure Erase commands streamline operational compliance and decommissioning
• 25 W active read power consumption and 0–70°C operating range simplify thermal and electrical planning for dense data centre racks
• Part number MZQLB15T0HALA-00B07 ensures precise procurement and compatibility verification across enterprise inventory systems