SSD-asema Micron 9550 MAX 12,8 TB U.2 PCI Express 5.0 NVMe 3D TLC NAND

Micron 9550 NVMe SSD (12.8 TB, U.2) is a PCIe® Gen5 enterprise drive designed for data center and server use. The 9550 MAX combines high capacity and NVMe performance in a U.2 form factor, using 3D TLC NAND to deliver low latency and high throughput for demanding workloads. It supports Open Compute Project (OCP) telemetry and includes security features such as SPDM 1.2, SHA-512 and RSA, plus Micron’s Secure Execution Environment for additional protection.

Advantages

The Micron 9550 MAX offers PCIe Gen5 performance and large storage density in a U.2 form factor, enabling fast data transfers and reduced latency for enterprise applications. Broad OCP 2.0 support (with OCP 2.5 telemetry) facilitates monitoring and management at scale. Built-in security standards and a dedicated secure execution environment help protect data and device integrity.

Suitable for

• AI training and inference workloads
• Performance-focused databases and OLTP
• Caching and high-frequency trading
• Cloud and hyperscale data center deployments
• OEM and system integrator designs requiring U.2 NVMe drives

Key specifications

• Model: Micron 9550 MAX (MTFDLAL12T8THB-1BK1DABYYR)
• Capacity: 12.8 TB (12800 GB)
• Form factor: U.2
• Interface: PCIe 5.0, NVMe
• NAND type: 3D TLC
• OCP support: OCP 2.0; OCP 2.5 telemetry available
• Security: SPDM 1.2, SHA-512, RSA; Secure Execution Environment (SEE)

How to use

Install the Micron 9550 MAX into a compatible U.2 slot or drive bay on a server or storage enclosure that supports PCIe 5.0 NVMe devices. Ensure the host firmware and operating system NVMe drivers are up to date and configure the drive according to your storage architecture (RAID, software-defined storage, or as a standalone NVMe device). Use available OCP telemetry options to integrate health and performance monitoring into your data center management tools.

Recommendations

For optimal performance and longevity, operate the drive in systems with adequate cooling and stable power. Keep firmware and drivers current, enable telemetry for proactive monitoring, and choose appropriate provisioning and endurance settings for write-intensive or mixed workloads.