Micron 5400 PRO 960 GB Solid State Drive - M.2 Internal - SATA (SATA/600) - Read Intensive

The Micron 5400 PRO 960 GB SATA SSD is the world's first 176-layer data center SATA SSD, built on the stable and proven architectural foundation of Micron's SATA experience delivered over 11 generations. It delivers industry-leading density, reliability, and read-intensive performance designed to power demanding databases, virtualization, and caching layers. With 960 GB of capacity and a data-center-grade design, this drive is engineered to optimize workloads in enterprise environments while maintaining broad compatibility with SATA-based controllers. Designed for efficient operation in modern data centers, the 5400 PRO blends Micron’s trusted technology with a compact M.2 internal form factor to fit a wide range of server configurations while enabling robust data integrity and sustained performance.

• 176-layer 3D NAND technology: Advanced data center storage with higher density and improved endurance to handle busy read-heavy workloads.
• 960 GB capacity: Ample space for hot data, databases, caching layers, and virtualization with room to grow.
• Read-intensive performance: Optimized for fast data access and low latency in read-heavy environments.
• SATA (SATA/600) interface: Broad compatibility with existing server hardware and storage controllers while balancing power efficiency.
• Data center-grade reliability: Engineered for consistent performance, strong error correction, and data integrity in demanding infrastructure.

Technical Details of Micron 5400 PRO 960 GB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 960 GB
• Interface: SATA (SATA/600)
• Form factor: M.2 Internal
• Drive type: Read Intensive SSD
• NAND technology: 176-layer 3D NAND
• Series: 5400 PRO

how to install Micron 5400 PRO 960 GB SATA SSD

• Power down the host system and unplug it before handling the drive.
• Confirm motherboard or server support for the drive’s form factor and interface (M.2 internal with SATA support) and locate the appropriate slot or mounting bay.
• Gently insert the SSD into the M.2 slot at the correct angle, or secure it in the appropriate drive tray using the standard mounting hardware, and connect SATA data and power cables if required.
• Enter the system BIOS/UEFI to ensure the drive is detected, then initialize and format the drive within your operating system or server management tools.
• Update to the latest firmware from Micron’s support site and run health checks post-install to verify correct operation.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the storage capacity?
  A: 960 GB.
• Q: What interface does this SSD use?
  A: SATA (SATA/600), compatible with SATA-based systems.
• Q: What workloads is it best suited for?
  A: Read-intensive workloads including databases, caching layers, and virtualization environments.
• Q: Is this an M.2 internal drive?
  A: The product title indicates M.2 internal form factor in combination with SATA interface; verify compatibility with your server motherboard.
• Q: What are the benefits of Micron’s 176-layer technology?
  A: Higher density, improved endurance, and better overall efficiency for data center workloads.