MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY - 15.36TB 9400 PRO NVMe U.3 SSD
MPN: MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15047.14 | $15,047.14 |
| 10 | $14200 | $142,000.00 |
| 50 | $13800 | $690,000.00 |
| 100 | $13450 | $1,345,000.00 |
| 500 | $12900 | $6,450,000.00 |
MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY Overview
An enterprise NVMe SSD is a high-performance non-volatile storage device that connects to the host system via the Non-Volatile Memory Express protocol over a PCIe physical layer, bypassing legacy SAS/SATA controller overhead. Within the broader storage hierarchy, NVMe SSDs sit between DRAM (volatile, fastest) and SATA SSDs/HDDs (slower, larger capacity), and they are categorized as data-center SSDs (DC SSDs) when qualified for 24/7 mixed-workload server operation. The 9400 PRO family specifically targets read-intensive, capacity-dense workloads such as object stores, content delivery, and large-scale analytics.
Key features of the MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY include a usable capacity of 15.36 TB, PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4 interface, sequential read performance up to 7,000 MB/s and sequential write up to 7,000 MB/s (class-leading for capacity), random 4 KB read up to 1.1M IOPS, and 1 DWPD endurance rated for five years. The drive uses Micron's 176-layer TLC NAND and ships in the 70 x 100 x 15 mm U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) hot-swap form factor, supporting U.3 backplane interoperability with U.2 hosts via adapter.
Architecturally, the 9400 PRO leverages a multi-core NVMe controller with hardware-accelerated LDPC ECC, end-to-end data-path protection (PLP), and dynamic namespace management. PCIe Gen4 doubles per-lane throughput versus Gen3, and combined with 16 NAND channels this unlocks the dual 7 GB/s read/write figure. AES-256 hardware encryption, TCG Opal 2.0 (where ordered), Sanitize and Format NVM commands, and power-loss protection make it suitable for enterprise security and compliance frameworks.
Typical applications include hyperscale object storage (Ceph, S3-compatible), AI/ML training data lakes, video streaming and CDN edge caches, database warehousing, VMware vSAN capacity tiers, and read-heavy analytics workloads. The 1 DWPD rating means it is best fitted to read-dominated rather than write-heavy log or database primary storage.
When designing with this drive, ensure the host backplane supports the U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) connector; legacy U.2 (SFF-8639) backplanes remain compatible via dual-mode pinout. Confirm platform BIOS/UEFI NVMe driver support and thermal envelope (typically up to 25 W active) - server front-panel airflow above 1.5 m/s is recommended at full load.
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MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Family | Micron 9400 PRO |
| Capacity (Usable) | 15.36 TB |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 |
| Form Factor | U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) 2.5-inch, 15 mm |
| NAND Type | 3D TLC (Micron 176-layer) |
| Endurance (DWPD) | 1 DWPD (5 years) |
| Sequential Read (max) | 7,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write (max) | 7,000 MB/s |
| Random Read 4 KB (max) | 1,100,000 IOPS |
| Power (Active, max) | 25 W |
| MTBF | 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to 70C (case) |
| Dimensions | 70.0 x 100.0 x 15.0 mm |
| Encryption | AES-256 (model dependent) |
| Compliance | RoHS, REACH |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes (U.3 backplane) |
MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY standard Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY (standard package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY is suitable for 6 applications: Hyperscale Object Storage (Ceph, S3-compatible), AI/ML Training Data Lake, Video Streaming and CDN Edge Cache, VMware vSAN Capacity Tier, Database Warehousing and Analytics, Content Delivery Network (CDN) Origin Storage.
Hyperscale Object Storage (Ceph, S3-compatible)
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY is well suited to hyperscale object storage clusters where each node holds tens of terabytes of blob data, image archives, and backup datasets. With 15.36 TB per U.3 drive, a single 2U24 chassis delivers over 368 TB raw capacity, and the 7,000 MB/s sequential read bandwidth keeps erasure-coded repair operations and large object GET latencies low. The 1 DWPD endurance matches object-store workload profiles dominated by large sequential reads rather than write-heavy transactions, while U.3 hot-swap support enables seamless node rebuilds in Ceph and MinIO clusters.
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AI/ML Training Data Lake
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY provides the large sequential-read bandwidth and capacity required for AI/ML training datasets that exceed DRAM budgets. Frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow stream image, video, and parquet shards from local NVMe during data-loader prefetch; the 7,000 MB/s read ceiling eliminates I/O bottlenecks during mini-batch fetch. With 15.36 TB per drive, a single 1U server can host a multi-trillion-token corpus locally, and the 1 DWPD rating comfortably absorbs training-checkpoint flushes once per epoch without exhausting endurance.
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Video Streaming and CDN Edge Cache
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY serves the high-capacity cache tier for video-on-demand and CDN edge nodes that pre-position popular 4K/8K titles and live-segment buffers. Sequential reads up to 7,000 MB/s support hundreds of concurrent 4K HLS streams from a single drive, while the 15.36 TB capacity holds thousands of VOD assets per server. The 1 DWPD rating is sufficient for cache-priming and revalidation workloads, and U.3 hot-swap allows operators to refresh drives without service interruption during catalog rotations.
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VMware vSAN Capacity Tier
In VMware vSAN architecture the MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY functions as the capacity-tier disk group, providing bulk storage behind a cache-tier front-end. The 15.36 TB per drive enables high-density all-NVMe vSAN configurations where each host contributes 60-120 TB of usable capacity after vRAID overhead. PCIe Gen4 bandwidth accelerates vSAN rebalancing, dedup/compression operations, and stretched-cluster witness traffic. The 1 DWPD endurance aligns with vSAN capacity-tier recommendations per VMware vSAN ESA ReadyNode guidelines.
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Database Warehousing and Analytics
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY is appropriate for read-heavy analytical database warehouses (Snowflake-like local caches, ClickHouse, Apache Druid) where large fact tables and columnar indexes dominate the storage footprint. Sequential scan performance up to 7,000 MB/s accelerates full-table analytics queries that scan terabytes of historical data per query. The 15.36 TB capacity lets a single drive host an entire time-series or fact-table partition, and the 1 DWPD endurance absorbs ETL ingest windows and overnight compaction jobs.
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Content Delivery Network (CDN) Origin Storage
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY provides the storage foundation for CDN origin servers where replicated and freshly-ingested media assets must be served at high read concurrency. With sequential reads of 7,000 MB/s and 1.1M random read IOPS, the drive handles thousands of edge-pull requests per second for software updates, game patches, and large media files. The 15.36 TB capacity per drive maximizes origin rack density, while 1 DWPD endurance matches the read-dominant origin-server workload profile.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | MTFDKCC15T3TFR-1BC1ZABYY | MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYYR | MTFDKBA15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY | SSDPF2NV153TZE1 | MZQL215TCHARA-00A07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Micron Technology | Solidigm | Samsung Electronics |
| Package | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch - same | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch - same | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch - same | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch - same | U.3 15 mm 2.5-inch - same |
| Capacity | 15.36 TB | 15.36 TB | 15.36 TB | 15.36 TB | 15.36 TB | 15.36 TB |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
| Sequential Read | 7,000 MB/s | 6,800 MB/s | 7,000 MB/s | 7,000 MB/s | 6,700 MB/s | 6,800 MB/s |
| NAND Type | TLC 3D (176-layer) | TLC 3D (176-layer) | TLC 3D (176-layer) | TLC 3D (176-layer) | QLC 3D | TLC 3D |
| DWPD Endurance | 1 DWPD | 1 DWPD | 1 DWPD | 3 DWPD | 0.5 DWPD (QLC) | 1 DWPD |
| Family / Series | 9400 PRO | 7450 PRO | 9400 PRO | 9400 MAX | D5-P5430 | PM9A3 |
Key Differentiators
- Highest-density 15.36 TB U.3 drive in Micron portfolio with 7 GB/s peak throughput (vs MTFDKCC15T3TFR-1BC1ZABYY)
- TLC NAND with 1 DWPD balanced for read-intensive + moderate write workloads (vs SSDPF2NV153TZE1)
- Cross-brand U.3 15 mm pin-compatible drop-in with broad server platform support (vs MZQL215TCHARA-00A07)
Design Notes
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY can dissipate up to 25 W in active sequential workloads. Data-center deployment requires front-panel airflow of at least 1.5 m/s over the U.3 bays; do not block adjacent bays or install in sealed sleds without forced airflow. Estimated: based on Micron 9400 product brief active power figure, 25 W dissipation in a 0 CFM local hotspot can exceed 90 C junction in minutes. Use drive-cage temperature sensors to throttle if inlet air rises above 35 C.
The MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY is a U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) 2.5-inch 15 mm drive; verify the backplane connector supports SFF-TA-1001. Legacy U.2 (SFF-8639) backplanes are electrically compatible via dual-mode pinout but require SFF-TA-1001-aware BMC/NVMe management for zone-aware telemetry. Do not insert into a 7 mm SATA-only backplane slot - the connector keying prevents insertion but the 15 mm z-height will not fit. Confirm NVMe driver support in the platform BIOS/UEFI; some legacy servers require firmware updates for PCIe Gen4 hot-plug.
Do not deploy the MTFDKCC15T3TGH-1BC1ZABYY in write-heavy primary database or log workloads - the 1 DWPD endurance (approximately 28,000 TBW over 5 years per Micron product brief context) will be exhausted prematurely. Use the 9400 MAX 3 DWPD variant for cache-tier or mixed-use duty cycles. Always update to the latest Micron firmware via the Storage Executive tool before deployment; older firmware can throttle under sustained sequential writes. Enable power-loss protection (PLP) verification in the BMC event log.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per Micron product page. Not AEC-Q100 (automotive qualified) - this is a data-center SSD. Conflict-minerals statement per Micron Corporate Responsibility reporting.
