Type | Solid state drive - hot-swap |
Device Type | Solid state drive - hot-swap |
Capacity | 960 GB |
Form Factor | 2.5" SFF |
Drive Class | Enterprise Value |
Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) | 1 |
Power Requirements | 5V DC (typical) |
Hot-Swap Capability | Yes |
Manufacturer Warranty | 3-year warranty |
Cisco 960GB Enterprise Value SSD 12G SAS SED FIPS, 2.5" SFF



Key Benefits

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- Designed specifically for compatibility with Cisco HyperFlex and UCS M5 server models, ensuring seamless integration.
- Includes government-grade FIPS hardware encryption, ideal for enterprises with strict data security compliance needs.
- Hot-swap capability allows for minimal service interruption during drive replacement or upgrades.
Product Overview
The Cisco 960GB Enterprise Value SSD is a high-performance solid-state drive tailored for workloads requiring consistent throughput, hardware-level security, and compliance. Equipped with a SAS 12Gb/s interface, this 2.5" SFF SSD delivers up to 1.2 GBps data transfer rates, making it ideal for enterprise applications such as virtualization, data analytics, and database hosting. Built with hot-swappable design in mind, it ensures minimal downtime for replacements or upgrades in dynamic server environments.
This SSD includes FIPS-compliant hardware encryption, securing data at rest with government-grade protection. Classified under Cisco’s Enterprise Value drive class, it offers 1 DWPD (Drive Write Per Day), balancing endurance and cost-efficiency for read-intensive workloads. It is fully compatible with a range of Cisco UCS and HyperFlex M5 servers, ensuring seamless integration and streamlined support. A three-year warranty reinforces Cisco’s confidence in its durability and long-term performance.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
Hardware Encryption | Yes |
Encryption Algorithm | FIPS |
Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | TAIWAN |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
FIPS 140-2 Certified | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Halogen-Free | Yes |
Compatibility & Designed For
Designed For | Cisco UCS HXAF220C-M5SX, HXAF240C-M5SX, HX-C240-M5SD (various configurations) |
Interfaces
Interface | SAS 12Gb/s |
Interfaces | 1 x SAS 12 Gb/s |
Data Transfer Rate | 1.2 GBps |
Drive Transfer Rate | 1.2 GBps (external) |
Compatible Bay | 2.5" SFF |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 69.85 mm x 100.45 mm x 7 mm |
Weight | Approx. 120 grams |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
Non-Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Shock (Operating) | 1000 G @ 0.5 ms |
Vibration (Operating) | 2.17 GRMS (5-700 Hz) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | |
License Required | No |
Cloud Features |
Additional Information
Manufacturer Part Number | HX-SD960G2HTNK9= |
UPC |