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Hitachi 0T00833 HGST Ultrastar SN100 3.2TB Internal SSD

Name: Hitachi 0T00833 HGST Ultrastar SN100 3.2TB Internal SSD
Brand: Hitachi
SKU: 0T00833

2.5 InchUSB 3.0

3.2TB of PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe firepower that puts enterprise-class sequential throughput inside a standard 2.5-inch bay.

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Overview

The HGST Ultrastar SN100 3.2TB is a U.2 NVMe SSD built around a PCIe 3.0 x4 interface — a configuration that supports the kind of sequential read and random I/O throughput that enterprise applications demand. The 3.2TB capacity hits a sweet spot for mixed-use server deployments where raw endurance matters: the drive's 10 DWPD rating means it can write its entire capacity ten times per day over a five-year lifespan, a figure that dwarfs the 0.3–1 DWPD ratings on consumer-grade drives. Power-loss protection circuitry ensures in-flight data survives an unexpected power event, which is a non-negotiable requirement in production environments.

In practice, the SN100 is purpose-built for enterprise storage tiers: database servers running high-frequency transactions, virtualization hosts requiring low-latency storage I/O across multiple VMs, and analytics workloads that need fast sequential throughput for large dataset scans. It is not a budget drive, and it is not a consumer drive — its U.2 form factor requires planning for compatible host infrastructure. But for IT teams building or refreshing a storage-intensive server, the SN100's combination of capacity, endurance, and NVMe performance makes it a dependable tier-1 storage component.

Key Features

Installation Type: Internal Solid State Drive

Dimensions: 2.5 Inch Form Factor

Storage Capacity: 3.2 TB

Connectivity: USB 3.0 Interface

Compatibility: Works with Desktop Computers

Specifications

Capacity

3.2 TB

Interface

PCIe 3.0 x4 (NVMe)

Form Factor

2.5-inch U.2 (SFF-8639)

Endurance

10 DWPD (enterprise-rated)

Compatible Systems

Desktop Computers (with U.2 host or adapter)

Brand

HGST (Hitachi)

Model

0T00833

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface delivers sequential read throughput well beyond what SATA SSDs can achieve
3.2TB capacity in a 2.5-inch U.2 form factor enables dense storage in rack and tower servers
10 DWPD endurance rating supports sustained, write-heavy enterprise workloads for years
Enterprise-grade error correction and power-loss protection safeguard data integrity under unexpected shutdowns
5-year warranty reflects HGST's confidence in long-term reliability under continuous operation

👎 Cons

U.2 (SFF-8639) interface requires a compatible host connector or adapter card — not plug-and-play in most consumer systems
Enterprise pricing positions this well above consumer and prosumer NVMe options with comparable raw capacity
No DRAM-less design here means consistent latency, but the drive is overkill for any workload below sustained enterprise I/O demands
Firmware and health monitoring require HGST/WD enterprise tooling, adding management overhead in mixed environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What interface does the Ultrastar SN100 use — is it SATA or NVMe?

NVMe over PCIe 3.0 x4. Despite the listing mentioning USB 3.0, the SN100 is a PCIe/NVMe drive. It requires a U.2 (SFF-8639) host connector, not a SATA or USB port. Confirm your motherboard or HBA supports U.2 before purchasing.

What workloads is the SN100 3.2TB designed for?

Enterprise mixed-read/write workloads — database serving, virtualization, and high-frequency transactional I/O. The 3.2TB capacity with high write endurance makes it suited for write-intensive applications that would wear out consumer NVMe drives quickly.

Will this drive work in a standard desktop PC?

Only if your motherboard has a U.2 port or you use a PCIe adapter card with an SFF-8639 connector. Most consumer motherboards lack a native U.2 slot, so an add-in card is typically required for desktop use.

What is the rated endurance on this drive?

The SN100 series is rated for high drive writes per day (DWPD), typically 10 DWPD — meaning it can sustain writing its full capacity 10 times per day over a 5-year warranty period. That is orders of magnitude beyond consumer SSDs rated at 0.3–1 DWPD.

Does the SN100 require any special drivers?

It uses the standard NVMe driver stack. Modern server operating systems (Windows Server, Linux) detect it natively. No proprietary driver is required, though firmware updates are managed via HGST/WD enterprise utilities.