The CD8-R Series is a read-intensive data center NVMe SSD that is optimized to support a broad range of scale-out and cloud applications, including big data/IoT, online transaction processing, and virtualization. Built with a PCIe 4.0 (16 GT/s x4) interface, CD8-R Series SSDs deliver consistent performance up to 1,250K IOPS (random read) and 200K IOPS (random write).¦Featuring KIOXIA 112-layer BiCS FLASH 3D TLC flash memory, CD8-R 2.5-inch form factor SSDs deliver 1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day) of endurance and massive storage capacities in a 2.5-inch form factor, making them well-suited for hyperscale data center applications.
PCIe 4.0, NVMe 1.4 specification compliant
Form factor - 2.5-inch, 15mm height
Proprietary KIOXIA architecture - controller, firmware and 112-layer BiCS FLASH 3D TLC
Single-port design, optimized for data center class workloads
Consistent performance and reliability for demanding 24x7 environments
Designed for high-density storage deployments
Power loss protection (PLP) and end-to-end data correction
Enhanced durabilityDesigned for 24x7 operation with a high endurance rating of 7008 TB and robust load/unload cycles of 50,000, this solid state drive offers reliability for continuous data processing.Exceptional performanceBoasting an impressive internal data rate of up to 7200 MBps for reading and 3500 MBps for writing, alongside maximum 4KB random reads of 1250000 IOPS and writes of 195000 IOPS, the drive ensures swift data access and transfer speeds.Advanced data protectionFeatures like Sanitize Cryptographic Erase support, Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE), and power loss data protection provide comprehensive security measures to safeguard your data against various threats.Efficient thermal managementThermal throttling technology prevents overheating, maintaining optimal performance and longevity of the drive under intense workloads.Low power consumptionWith a typical power consumption of just 14 W and an idle mode requiring only 5 W, this SSD combines high performance with energy efficiency, reducing operational costs.
FeaturesPower loss data protection, Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE), Sanitise Cryptographic Erase support, 112-layer 3D BiCS FLASH, Thermal throttling, Digitally Signed Firmware
Dimensions (WxDxH)69.85 mm x 100.45 mm x 15 mm
Weight130 g
Manufacturer Warranty5-year warranty
Extended Specification
General
Device TypeSolid state drive - internal
Capacity3840 GB
Form Factor2.5"
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4
Buffer Size256 MB
Bytes per Sector512
FeaturesPower loss data protection, Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE), Sanitise Cryptographic Erase support, 112-layer 3D BiCS FLASH, Thermal throttling, Digitally Signed Firmware
Width69.85 mm
Depth100.45 mm
Height15 mm
Weight130 g
Performance
Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD)1
SSD Endurance7008 TB
Internal Data Rate7200 MBps (read) / 3500 MBps (write)
Maximum 4KB Random Write195000 IOPS
Maximum 4KB Random Read1250000 IOPS
Average Latency69 µs
Reliability
MTBF2500000 hours
24x7 OperationYes
Non-Recoverable Errors1 per 10^17
Load / Unload Cycles50,000
Expansion & Connectivity
Interfaces1 x PCI Express 4.0 x4
Compatible Bay2.5"
Power
Power Consumption14 Watt (typical) ¦ 5 Watt (idle)
Software & System Requirements
OS RequiredMicrosoft Windows Server 2012 R2 or later, Red Hat Linux 6.5 or later, Ubuntu 16.04 or later, Debian Linux 9.10 - 11.3, SuSE Linux 12 or later, CentOS Stream 8, CentOS 6.5 or later