Dell 1.6TB MLC SATA 6Gb/s Hot-Pluggable Mixed Use 512n 2.5-inch SSD with Tray for PowerEdge Servers — 4MN56

The Dell 4MN56 is a genuine OEM 1.6TB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s hot-pluggable solid state drive with tray, designed for mixed-use workloads in Dell PowerEdge servers. Delivering high endurance, consistent performance, and enterprise-grade reliability, it is engineered for demanding data center environments requiring both read and write intensive operations.

Key Features

• 1.6TB MLC NAND for high endurance mixed-use workloads
• SATA 6Gb/s interface for fast, reliable data transfer
• Hot-pluggable with tray for zero-downtime drive replacement
• 512n sector format for broad server compatibility
• 2.5-inch form factor for PowerEdge server bays
• Enterprise-grade endurance for 24/7 data center operation

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 4MN56
• Manufacturer: Dell
• Model: 1.6TB MLC SATA Mixed Use SSD with Tray
• OEM Status: Genuine Dell OEM
• Capacity: 1.6TB
• NAND Type: MLC (Multi-Level Cell)
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch with Hot-Plug Tray
• Sector Size: 512n
• Use Case: Mixed Use (Read/Write Intensive)
• Compatible Systems: Dell PowerEdge Servers

Storage Specifications

• Capacity: 1.6TB
• NAND Type: MLC (Multi-Level Cell)
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch with Hot-Plug Tray
• Sector Size: 512n
• Hot-Pluggable: Yes

Performance Specifications

• Use Case: Mixed Use (balanced read/write)
• Endurance: High — MLC NAND for enterprise mixed-use workloads
• Operation: 24/7 enterprise data center rated
• Compatible Systems: Dell PowerEdge server platforms

Use Cases

• Dell PowerEdge server mixed-use storage
• Database and transactional workload storage
• Virtualization host storage for VMware and Hyper-V
• High-endurance enterprise SSD for read/write intensive applications
• Hot-swap drive replacement in live server environments

Compatibility

• Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers with 2.5-inch SATA hot-plug bays
• Genuine Dell OEM — ensures full compatibility with Dell server firmware and RAID controllers
• Verify compatibility with your specific PowerEdge server model before ordering

Frequently Asked Questions

What does hot-pluggable mean?

Hot-pluggable means the drive can be inserted or removed from the server while it is powered on and running, enabling zero-downtime drive replacement in live environments.

What is MLC NAND and why is it used for mixed-use workloads?

MLC (Multi-Level Cell) NAND stores 2 bits per cell, offering a balance of high endurance and performance — making it ideal for mixed-use workloads that require both sustained reads and writes.

Is the Dell 4MN56 compatible with all PowerEdge servers?

The 4MN56 is designed for Dell PowerEdge servers with 2.5-inch SATA hot-plug bays. Verify compatibility with your specific PowerEdge model using Dell's compatibility matrix before ordering.

The Dell 4MN56 1.6TB MLC SATA hot-pluggable SSD with tray is a proven enterprise storage solution for Dell PowerEdge servers. Order today for high-endurance, mixed-use SSD performance backed by Dell's enterprise reliability.