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Kingston SEDC600ME/1920G DC600ME 1.92TB SSD - 2.5" SATA/600 Internal Solid State Drive - Mixed Use - Server/Data Center
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This SSD delivers sequential read speeds up to 560 MB/s and write speeds up to 530 MB/s via its SATA/600 interface. Random 4K performance reaches 94,000 IOPS for reads and 78,000 IOPS for writes, providing responsive access to small files and database transactions.
Endurance is rated at 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) over a 5-year warranty period, translating to 3504 TBW (Total Bytes Written). The 228.2-year MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) reflects enterprise-grade reliability, backed by comprehensive environmental compliance including RoHS, REACH, WEEE, and China RoHS standards.
Relevant factors for this section include Storage Capacity, Encryption Standard, Random 4KB Read, Random 4KB Write. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The DC600ME SSD offers several distinct advantages for enterprise storage deployments. Its mixed-use endurance profile provides flexibility across various workload types without sacrificing performance consistency.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Enterprise-Grade Endurance, Data Security & Compliance.
Enterprise-Grade Endurance
With 3504 TBW rating and 1 DWPD, this drive withstands sustained write operations in server environments, ensuring long-term reliability and reduced replacement cycles.
- 1 DWPD endurance rating
- 3504 TB total bytes written
- Optimized for mixed-use workloads
Data Security & Compliance
256-bit hardware encryption protects sensitive data at the drive level, while comprehensive environmental compliance meets global regulatory requirements for data center deployments.
- 256-bit encryption standard
- RoHS, REACH, WEEE compliant
- China RoHS certification
Deployment / Use Cases
The Kingston DC600ME is purpose-built for server and data center environments where reliability, endurance, and consistent performance are critical. Its mixed-use endurance profile makes it suitable for a range of enterprise applications.
Primary deployment scenarios include database servers requiring high random I/O performance, virtualization hosts needing consistent storage response times, and read-intensive applications where data integrity and security are paramount. The hot-pluggable design facilitates maintenance and replacement in rack-mounted servers without interrupting adjacent systems.
Server Storage Tier
Ideal for primary storage in rack servers where SATA interface compatibility is required, providing a balance of capacity, performance, and endurance for general server workloads.
Data Center Infrastructure
Suitable for scale-out storage nodes, hyperconverged infrastructure, and storage arrays where consistent performance and hardware encryption support data protection policies.
Physical Profile
The drive features a compact 2.5-inch form factor with 7mm height (0.28 inches), making it compatible with standard server drive bays and adapters. Dimensions of 2.75 inches wide by 3.94 inches deep (69.90 mm × 100 mm) ensure proper fit in enterprise chassis. At approximately 3.26 ounces (92.34 grams), it maintains lightweight construction suitable for high-density server deployments.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.28" (7 mm), 2.75" (69.90 mm), 3.94" (100 mm), 3.26 oz (92.34 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 2.75" (69.90 mm)
- Depth
- 3.94" (100 mm)
- Height
- 0.28" (7 mm)
- Weight
- 3.26 oz (92.34 g)
Highlights
- 1.92TB storage capacity for extensive server data requirements
- SATA/600 interface delivers up to 560 MB/s sequential read performance
- 256-bit hardware encryption protects sensitive enterprise data
- 3504 TBW endurance rating supports mixed-use workloads
- 94,000 IOPS random 4K read performance for database applications
- Hot-pluggable design enables maintenance without system downtime
- 228.2-year MTBF ensures enterprise-grade reliability
- 5-year limited warranty with comprehensive environmental compliance
- 2.5-inch 7mm form factor fits standard server drive bays
- Optimized for server and data center deployment scenarios
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kingston Technology Company |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SEDC600ME/1920G |
| Brand Name | Kingston |
| Product Series | DC600ME |
| Product Name | DC600ME Solid State Drive |
| Product Type | Solid State Drive |
| Technical Information | |
| Storage Capacity | 1.92 TB |
| Encryption Standard | 256-bit |
| Drive Performance | |
| Random 4KB Read | 94000IOPS |
| Random 4KB Write | 78000IOPS |
| Endurance (DWPD) | 1 |
| Endurance (TBW) | 3504 TB |
| Endurance Type | Mixed Use |
| Maximum Sequential Read | 560 MB/s |
| Maximum Sequential Write | 530 MB/s |
| Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) | 228.2 Year |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Drive Interface | SATA |
| Drive Interface Standard | SATA/600 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Drive Type | Internal |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Hot Pluggable | Yes |
| Height | 0.28" (7 mm) |
| Width | 2.75" (69.90 mm) |
| Depth | 3.94" (100 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 3.26 oz (92.34 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Device Supported | Server,Data Center |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),China Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 5 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the endurance rating of this Kingston DC600ME SSD?
The drive is rated for 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD) over its 5-year warranty period, which translates to 3504 Total Bytes Written (TBW). This mixed-use endurance profile makes it suitable for server environments with balanced read and write workloads, providing reliable performance for database applications, virtualization hosts, and general server storage.
Does this SSD support hardware encryption?
Yes, the Kingston DC600ME includes 256-bit hardware encryption that protects data at the drive level. This enterprise-grade security feature ensures sensitive information remains secure even if the drive is removed from the system, making it suitable for data center environments with strict security compliance requirements.
What form factor and interface does this drive use?
This SSD uses a standard 2.5-inch form factor with 7mm height and connects via SATA/600 interface. The 2.5-inch design ensures compatibility with most server drive bays, while the SATA/600 interface provides sequential read speeds up to 560 MB/s and write speeds up to 530 MB/s for enterprise storage applications.
Is this SSD hot-pluggable?
Yes, the Kingston DC600ME supports hot-plug capability, allowing drive replacement or maintenance without powering down the entire server system. This feature is essential for data center environments where uptime is critical, enabling IT administrators to swap drives in rack-mounted servers while maintaining service availability.
What type of workloads is this SSD designed for?
The DC600ME is optimized for mixed-use workloads in server and data center environments. Its balance of 94,000 IOPS random read performance and 3504 TBW endurance makes it suitable for database servers, virtualization platforms, and read-intensive applications where consistent performance and data integrity are priorities.
What warranty and reliability metrics does this drive offer?
Kingston provides a 5-year limited warranty for this SSD, backed by a 228.2-year Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating. The drive also complies with multiple environmental standards including RoHS, REACH, WEEE, and China RoHS, ensuring it meets global regulatory requirements for data center deployments.
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