Samsung PM893 240GB 2.5" 380 MB/s SATA 6 Gb/s SSD

Overview

The Samsung MZ-7L324000 is a 240GB solid state drive designed for 2.5 inch SATA bays, delivering a significant boost in responsiveness for servers and workstations. With a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, it achieves sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 380 MB/s, making it well suited for demanding workloads such as virtual machines, databases, and web applications. Its compatibility with older SATA standards ensures it can upgrade existing systems without hardware changes.

Key features

• High-speed V-NAND TLC storage that accelerates data access and application loading times
• Backward compatibility with SATA 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s interfaces for flexible integration into legacy systems
• Power loss protection that secures in-flight data during unexpected outages, preserving data integrity
• Hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption to safeguard sensitive information without impacting performance
• TRIM support to maintain drive health and consistent performance over time
• Low power consumption that reduces heat generation and supports energy-efficient server environments
• Samsung SSD DC Toolkit compatibility for easy monitoring, firmware updates, and management by IT staff
• Standard 2.5 inch form factor allowing straightforward installation and upgrades in a wide range of devices
• Five year limited warranty providing long-term reliability assurance

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 240 GB
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s (backward compatible with 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s)
• Sequential read speed: up to 550 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 380 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 98,000
• Random write IOPS: up to 15,000
• Form factor: 2.5 inch
• Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware-based
• Power loss protection: integrated

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD connects via a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, which is widely supported across modern and older server and workstation platforms. Its backward compatibility with SATA 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s ensures it can be used to upgrade legacy systems without requiring new hardware. The 2.5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays, making it a versatile choice for various rack servers, NAS devices, and workstations.

Performance and reliability

Designed to handle intensive workloads, this drive delivers fast sequential and random read/write speeds that keep applications responsive even under heavy traffic. The integrated power loss protection prevents data corruption during unexpected shutdowns, while AES 256-bit encryption secures data without sacrificing speed. The inclusion of TRIM support helps maintain consistent performance by managing unused data blocks efficiently.

Ideal uses and environments

The Samsung MZ-7L324000 is well suited for enterprise environments requiring reliable and fast storage, such as virtual desktop infrastructure, small to medium databases, and edge content delivery nodes. Its low power design and robust data protection features make it a strong choice for dense server racks and compact NAS setups. It also fits engineering workstations that demand steady performance for daily tasks.