Type | Solid state drive - hot-swap |
Form Factor | 2.5" |
Device Type | Solid state drive - hot-swap |
Capacity | 960 GB |
Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) | 1 |
Features | Low Endurance |
Hot-Swap Support | Yes |
Intended Use | Enterprise, Read-Intensive Workloads |
Cisco 960GB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5" SSD for UCS M5 Servers


Key Benefits

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- Optimized for entry-level enterprise storage where write loads are light and capacity per dollar is key
- Hot-swappable design minimizes service downtime in critical server environments
- Wide compatibility with Cisco UCS M5 family servers ensures seamless deployment across existing infrastructure
Product Overview
The Cisco 960GB Enterprise Value SSD offers SATA 6Gb/s interface connectivity and is designed for 2.5" hot-swap bays. Optimized for read-heavy, general-purpose use cases, it supports 1 Drive Write Per Day (DWPD), defining it as a low endurance model ideal for moderate workloads. Compatible with a wide range of Cisco UCS C220 and C240 M5 series servers, it seamlessly integrates into enterprise deployments. With TAA compliance and manufacturing sourced from China or South Korea, this SSD delivers enterprise-grade performance with cost-effective scalability for storage efficiency.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Form Factor | 2.5 inch |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 69.85 mm x 7.0 mm x 100.45 mm |
Weight | Approximately 0.10 kg |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
Storage Temperature | -55°C to 95°C (-67°F to 203°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Shock (operating) | 1000 G @ 0.5 ms half sine |
Vibration (operating) | 2.17 Grms (5–700 Hz) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Compatibility | Integrated with Cisco UCS Manager infrastructure |
Management Interface | Through Cisco UCS Manager |
Licensing Required | No (included with UCS server) |
Interfaces
Interface Type | SATA |
Interface Speed | 6 Gb/s |
Number of Interfaces | 1 |
Compatible Bay Type | 2.5" Hot-Swap Bay |
Port Connector | 7-pin SATA data + 15-pin SATA power |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China or South Korea |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Halogen Free | Yes |
Certification Standards | CE, FCC, UL, TUV, KCC |
Advanced Security Features
Data Encryption | AES 256-bit (SED model availability dependent) |
Secure Erase Support | Yes (with UCS Manager integration) |
FIPS Certification | No |