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Overview
The Kingston DC3000ME SEDC3000ME/3T8 is a 3.84TB enterprise solid-state drive designed for data centres, servers, and high-performance storage environments. It uses a PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface and 3D eTLC NAND flash memory for demanding enterprise workloads.
Performance and Storage
This SSD delivers sequential read speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 5,800MB/s. Its high-speed interface supports data-intensive server applications, databases, virtualised infrastructure, and storage systems requiring fast access to large datasets.
Data Protection and Security
Integrated power-loss protection helps reduce the risk of data loss or corruption during unexpected power interruptions. Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 support provide additional protection for sensitive data. Enterprise diagnostics include telemetry, media-wear, temperature, and drive-health information.
Compatibility
The drive uses a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor with a 15mm height and a PCIe NVMe Gen5 x4 interface. It is backward-compatible with PCIe Gen4 servers and backplanes that support the required U.2 NVMe connection.
It is not a standard SATA SSD. Check the server's backplane, interface support, and drive-bay clearance before installation.
Key Features
- 3.84TB capacity: Enterprise storage for server applications and large datasets.
- PCIe 5.0 NVMe: High-bandwidth Gen5 x4 interface with supported Gen4 backward compatibility.
- Enterprise performance: Sequential read speeds up to 14,000MB/s.
- Power-loss protection: Onboard protection designed to help safeguard data during unexpected power loss.
- Hardware encryption: AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 support.
Applications
- Enterprise server storage and data centres.
- High-performance computing and AI infrastructure.
- Online transaction processing and database systems.
- Cloud services and edge computing.
- Software-defined storage and RAID deployments.
DC Supplies Product Note
Verify that your server supports U.2 PCIe NVMe drives before purchasing. Although the DC3000ME supports PCIe Gen4 compatibility, the actual performance depends on the host platform. The rated endurance for this 3.84TB version is 7,008TB written over the specified five-year endurance period.
Specifications
| Brand | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Part Number / MPN | SEDC3000ME/3T8 |
| Product Type | Enterprise solid-state drive |
| Series | DC3000ME |
| Capacity | 3.84TB |
| NAND Flash | 3D eTLC |
| Interface | PCIe NVMe Gen5 x4 |
| Backward Compatibility | PCIe Gen4 on supported platforms |
| Form Factor | U.2, 2.5-inch |
| Drive Height | 15mm |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 14,000MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 5,800MB/s |
| Random 4K Read Performance | Up to 2,700,000 IOPS |
| Random 4K Write Performance | Up to 300,000 IOPS |
| Latency QoS | 99th percentile read below 10µs; write below 70µs |
| Endurance | 7,008TBW, 1 DWPD over 5 years |
| Power-Loss Protection | Yes |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
| Security Standard | TCG Opal 2.0 |
| Namespace Management | Supports up to 128 namespaces |
| Idle Power Consumption | 8W |
| Maximum Read Power | 8.2W |
| Maximum Write Power | 24W |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| MTBF | 2 million hours |
| Warranty | Limited 5-year warranty, subject to manufacturer terms |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 100.50 × 69.8 × 14.8mm |
| Drive Weight | 146.2g |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this SSD compatible with SATA drive bays?
No. It uses a U.2 PCIe NVMe interface rather than SATA. The server must support a compatible U.2 NVMe drive.
Can it work in a PCIe Gen4 server?
Yes, provided the server and backplane support the drive's U.2 NVMe connection. Performance will depend on the host platform.
Does this model include power-loss protection?
Yes. The drive has onboard power-loss protection designed to help reduce data loss or corruption during unexpected power interruptions.
What is the drive's rated endurance?
The 3.84TB model is rated for 7,008TB written and 1 drive write per day over five years, subject to the manufacturer's endurance and warranty conditions.
Does it support hardware encryption?
Yes. It supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption and TCG Opal 2.0.