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 1752 TB, the KIOXIA CD8 Series SSD ensures reliability and durability for constant use, making it a suitable choice for intensive data environments.High-speed performanceWith an internal data rate of up to 7200 MB/s for reading and 1800 MB/s for writing, alongside a maximum 4KB random read of 1000000 IOPS, this SSD delivers swift and efficient performance for demanding applications.Advanced data protectionFeatures like Sanitize Cryptographic Erase support and power loss data protection provide enhanced security and data integrity, ensuring your data is safe even in unexpected scenarios.Energy efficientOperating with a typical power consumption of just 11 W and as low as 5 W in idle mode, this SSD combines high performance with energy efficiency, reducing operational costs.Robust environmental resilienceCapable of operating in a wide range of temperatures from 0°C to 75°C and designed to withstand shock and vibration, this SSD is built to perform reliably in various operational environments.
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
Capacity960 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 Endurance1752 TB
Internal Data Rate7200 MBps (read) / 1800 MBps (write)
Maximum 4KB Random Write80000 IOPS
Maximum 4KB Random Read1000000 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 Consumption11 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