Dell 1.92TB 2.5" SAS 24Gb/s ISE Read Intensive 512e Hot-plug SSD

Overview

The Dell 345-BFWQ is a 1.92 TB 2.5-inch solid state drive designed for PowerEdge servers that require fast and reliable access to large data sets. Featuring a SAS 24 Gb/s interface, it delivers transfer speeds up to 2.4 GB per second, ensuring consistent read performance for demanding workloads such as analytics, reporting, and virtual machine libraries. Its read-intensive rating supports environments with frequent reads and fewer writes, making it well suited for media streaming, database queries, and virtual desktop infrastructure.

With built-in Instant Secure Erase, this drive simplifies data sanitization to meet compliance requirements quickly. The 512e advanced format enhances compatibility with modern storage controllers while maximizing usable capacity. Its 2.5-inch hot-plug design allows easy installation and maintenance without interrupting server operation.

Key features

• High-capacity 1.92 TB storage to handle large datasets and virtual machine images efficiently
• SAS 24 Gb/s interface provides fast data transfer rates up to 2.4 GB/s for responsive application performance
• Read-intensive rating supports workloads with frequent reads and limited writes, optimizing endurance and cost
• Instant Secure Erase enables rapid and standards-compliant data sanitization for secure drive retirement or redeployment
• 2.5-inch hot-plug form factor allows live swapping in Dell PowerEdge servers, minimizing downtime during upgrades or repairs
• 512e advanced format ensures compatibility with modern storage controllers while maximizing usable storage space

Key specs

• Capacity: 1.92 TB
• Form factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: SAS 24 Gb/s
• Maximum transfer speed: up to 2.4 GB/s
• Write endurance: rated for one drive write per day (read-intensive)
• Advanced format: 512e
• Hot-plug support: yes

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects via a SAS 24 Gb/s interface, which is widely supported in enterprise-grade PowerEdge servers. The 512e advanced format ensures it works seamlessly with modern storage controllers, providing broad compatibility across server environments that demand high throughput and low latency. Its hot-plug capability allows integration into existing server setups without requiring shutdowns, supporting continuous operation during maintenance or expansion.

Ideal uses and environments

The drive is a strong choice for data centers and enterprise environments where read-heavy workloads dominate. It fits well in scenarios such as media streaming servers, database query nodes, and virtual desktop infrastructure, where consistent read performance and predictable latency are critical. Administrators managing sensitive data will benefit from the quick and secure erase feature, helping maintain compliance with data protection standards.