Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD
Brand: Samsung | Category: Enterprise SSDs
SKU: MZQL2960HCJR-00A07 | Part #: MZQL2960HCJR-00A07 | MPN: MZQL2960HCJR-00A07
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About the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD
The Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5-inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD delivers enterprise-grade NVMe performance in a compact form factor designed for dense server backplanes. This 7mm-tall drive connects via the SFF-8639 U.2 connector and sustains sequential read speeds of 6,500 MB/s—enabling rapid data access for mission-critical workloads without sacrificing storage density.
Built on Samsung's proven 128-layer V-NAND TLC architecture, the PM9A3 (part number MZQL2960HCJR-00A07) combines high throughput with 1.0 DWPD five-year endurance, making it suitable for demanding enterprise environments. The drive includes AES 256-bit hardware encryption, power loss protection, and end-to-end data protection to safeguard sensitive data. Operating across a 0°C to 70°C temperature range and measuring 100.0 × 69.85 × 7.0 mm, this Samsung SSD fits seamlessly into 2U and 4U systems where boot and cache acceleration matter. Storage architects and IT procurement teams evaluating high-performance NVMe options will find the PM9A3's PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 support future-proof for next-generation data center refresh cycles.
Enterprise Deployment Scenarios
- High-performance database caching and real-time analytics acceleration in virtualized environments
- Boot and OS acceleration for hyperconverged infrastructure and blade server configurations
- Log aggregation and temporary data staging in large-scale distributed storage clusters
- Transactional workload optimization in mission-critical financial and healthcare systems
- Hybrid tiering in all-flash arrays where sequential throughput and reliability are non-negotiable
Contact Omnixon Global today to request a quotation for the Samsung PM9A3 960GB U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD (MZQL2960HCJR-00A07) and integrate enterprise-validated storage into your infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
| Category | Enterprise SSDs |
| SKU | MZQL2960HCJR-00A07 |
| Part Number | MZQL2960HCJR-00A07 |
| Condition | New |
| Capacity | 960GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5 Inch 7mm U.2 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 |
| Speed | 6500 Mb/s |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MZQL2960HCJR-00A07 |
| Series | PM9A3 |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch U.2 (SFF-8639), 7mm |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 |
| Raw Capacity | 960 GB |
| NAND Technology | Samsung 128-layer V-NAND TLC |
| Sequential Read Speed | 6,500 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | 1,500 MB/s |
| Endurance (DWPD) | 1.0 DWPD (5-year) |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| End-to-End Data Protection | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Dimensions | 100.0 x 69.85 x 7.0 mm |
| Connector | SFF-8639 (U.2) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD
What does the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD do?
At 960GB, the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD?
Key specifications for the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD: capacity 960GB; form factor 2.5 Inch 7mm U.2; interface PCIe 4.0 x4; new condition; model PM9A3; capacity 960GB; interface PCIe 4.0 x4; form factor 2.5 Inch 7mm U.2; sequential read speed 6500 Mb/s; sequential write speed 1500 Mb/s. Manufacturer part number MZQL2960HCJR-00A07. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD compatible with my infrastructure?
The Samsung PM9A3 960GB 2.5 Inch U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface in a 2.5 Inch 7mm U.2 form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.