Intel DC S3700 Series 100GB 2.5" SATA 6 Gb/s MLC SSD

Overview

The Intel SSDSC2BA100G301 is a 100GB solid state drive from the DC S3700 Series, designed to deliver reliable and consistent storage performance for demanding professional environments. It uses multilevel cell NAND technology and connects via a SATA 6 Gb/s interface, fitting into any standard 2.5-inch, 7 mm bay. With sequential read speeds up to 500 MB/s and write speeds up to 200 MB/s, this SSD supports fast data access for servers, workstations, and other critical systems.

This drive excels in handling random read and write operations, sustaining up to 75,000 IOPS on reads and 19,000 IOPS on writes, which is essential for virtual machines, databases, and content delivery applications. Its robust endurance and data protection features make it a dependable choice for continuous operation in data centers and edge devices.

Key features

• Intel High Endurance Technology ensures even wear distribution across flash cells, extending the drive’s lifespan under heavy write workloads.
• Enhanced Power Loss Data Protection safeguards in-flight data during unexpected power outages, reducing the risk of data corruption.
• Onboard AES 256-bit hardware encryption protects sensitive information from unauthorized access without impacting performance.
• Compact 2.5-inch form factor with 7 mm thickness fits easily into standard server and notebook bays for straightforward upgrades.
• Wide operating temperature range from 32 to 158 °F (0 to 70 °C) supports reliable operation in both climate-controlled and warmer environments.
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of two million hours provides confidence in long-term reliability and uptime.
• Limited five-year warranty offers extended support and peace of mind for professional deployments.

Key specs

• Storage capacity: 100 GB
• Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s
• Form factor: 2.5-inch, 7 mm thickness
• Sequential read speed: up to 500 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 200 MB/s
• Random read IOPS: up to 75,000
• Random write IOPS: up to 19,000
• Operating temperature: 32 to 158 °F (0 to 70 °C)
• Mean Time Between Failures: 2,000,000 hours
• Encryption: AES 256-bit hardware

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to professional settings that require consistent and fast storage performance, such as data centers, edge computing devices, and lab environments running continuous workloads. It works effectively as a boot drive for quick system startups, a cache tier to accelerate frequently accessed data, or a low-latency storage pool in small business servers handling email, web, and file services. Its durability and data protection features make it a strong choice for setups where uptime and data integrity are critical.