Seagate 1200.2 1.92TB 2.5" SAS eMLC Enterprise SSD

Overview

The Seagate ST1920FM0043 is a 2.5-inch SAS solid state drive designed to deliver 1.92 TB of reliable flash storage for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It uses a 12 Gb/s SAS interface to provide fast data transfer speeds, reaching up to 1550 MB/s for reads and 850 MB/s for writes. This drive is built to handle demanding workloads such as database indexing, virtual machines, and large-scale analytics with reduced latency and improved responsiveness.

Equipped with enterprise-grade eMLC NAND and a controller optimized for both read-heavy and write-heavy tasks, it maintains consistent performance over a long service life. Its robust data protection features and compatibility with standard 2.5-inch SAS backplanes make it a practical choice for data centers and regional offices seeking to enhance storage performance without complex upgrades.

Key features

• High-capacity 1.92 TB storage supports large datasets and extensive virtual machine environments.
• 12 Gb/s SAS interface doubles bandwidth compared to previous SAS generations, enabling faster data access.
• Multi-path I/O support ensures continuous drive availability through redundant host connections, critical for high-availability systems.
• Power loss protection safeguards in-flight data during unexpected outages, minimizing risk of data corruption.
• Advanced error correction and end-to-end data parity maintain data integrity from host to storage media.
• Endurance profile tailored for both read-intensive and write-intensive enterprise workloads, extending drive longevity.
• Standard 2.5-inch SAS form factor allows seamless integration into existing server backplanes without additional cabling or hardware changes.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 1.92 TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch SAS
• Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS
• Sequential read speed: up to 1550 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 850 MB/s
• Flash type: enterprise-grade eMLC NAND
• Data protection: power loss protection, advanced error correction, end-to-end data parity

Connectivity and compatibility

This drive fits standard 2.5-inch SAS backplanes operating at 12 Gb/s, making it compatible with a wide range of enterprise servers and storage arrays. Its multi-path I/O capability supports redundant host connections, which is essential for clustered environments and systems requiring high availability. The drive can be deployed without the need for new cabling or tray modifications, simplifying upgrades and expansions.

Performance and reliability

Designed to handle both read-heavy and write-heavy workloads, the drive’s controller and eMLC NAND work together to sustain high throughput and low latency. Power loss protection ensures that data being written is not lost during sudden outages, reducing downtime and recovery efforts. Advanced error correction mechanisms protect data integrity, making this SSD a dependable choice for mission-critical applications.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to enterprise data centers running 24/7 operations, regional offices requiring a straightforward performance boost, and environments that demand high IOPS and low latency. It supports workloads such as database acceleration, virtual desktop infrastructure, and mixed-use cloud nodes, providing a scalable and durable storage solution for diverse enterprise needs.