The Samsung PM983 MZQLB960HAJR is an enterprise-grade NVMe SSD designed for data centers, virtualization environments, cloud infrastructure, and high-performance server applications. Utilizing a U.2 (SFF-8639) PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 NVMe interface, this 960GB SSD delivers excellent throughput, low latency, and reliable performance for read-intensive enterprise workloads.
This listing is for drives with 80% to 89% remaining health, offering a cost-effective solution for enterprise deployments, test labs, storage servers, virtualization hosts, and homelab environments. The SSD is installed in a Supermicro-compatible drive tray for convenient deployment into supported Supermicro server platforms.
Key Features
- 960GB Storage Capacity
- Samsung PM983 Enterprise SSD Series
- U.2 (SFF-8639) NVMe Interface
- PCIe Gen 3.0 x4
- 2.5" Small Form Factor (SFF)
- 7mm Drive Height
- Samsung 3D V-NAND TLC Flash Technology
- Read-Intensive (RI) Enterprise Design
- Up to 3,000 MB/s Sequential Read Speed
- Up to 1,050 MB/s Sequential Write Speed
- Up to 400,000 Random Read IOPS
- Up to 40,000 Random Write IOPS
- Power-Loss Protection (PLP)
- AES 256-Bit Hardware Encryption
- End-to-End Data Protection
- Enterprise-Class Reliability
Manufacturer Information
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Series: PM983
- Model: MZQLB960HAJR
- Capacity: 960GB
- Interface: U.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 3.0 x4
- Form Factor: 2.5" SFF, 7mm
- Flash Memory: Samsung 3D V-NAND TLC
Compatible / Related Part Numbers
- MZQLB960HAJR
- MZQLB960HAJR-00007
- MZ-QLB9600
- MZ-QLB960N
Compatible Supermicro Servers
Compatible with select Supermicro systems supporting U.2 NVMe drives, including:
- Supermicro SuperServer 1028 Series
- Supermicro SuperServer 1029 Series
- Supermicro SuperServer 2028 Series
- Supermicro SuperServer 2029 Series
- Supermicro SuperServer 6028 Series
- Supermicro SuperServer 6029 Series
- Supermicro Ultra Series
- Supermicro Hyper Series
- Supermicro BigTwin Platforms
- Supermicro FatTwin Platforms
- Supermicro NVMe Storage Servers
- Supermicro SuperStorage Systems
Please verify compatibility with your specific server model, backplane, and NVMe configuration before purchasing.
Ideal Applications
- VMware & Hyper-V Virtualization
- Cloud Computing
- Enterprise Databases
- Software-Defined Storage
- Data Analytics
- High-Speed Boot Drives
- Storage Servers
- Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
- Test & Development Environments
- Homelab Deployments
Condition
- SSD Health: 80% to 89% Remaining Life
- Fully Tested and Verified Working
- Used Enterprise SSD
- Pulled from Working Environment
- Supermicro Tray Included
- SSD Installed in Supermicro Carrier
- May Show Minor Cosmetic Wear from Previous Use
Package Includes
- Samsung PM983 960GB NVMe SSD (MZQLB960HAJR)
- Supermicro 2.5" Drive Tray / Caddy
Important Notes
- Remaining health will be between 80% and 89%.
- Health percentage is measured using enterprise SSD diagnostic tools.
- Drive has been fully tested for functionality and data integrity.
- The drive shown may not be the exact drive received.
- No additional accessories, mounting hardware, cables, or documentation are included.
The Samsung PM983 combines enterprise-class NVMe performance, advanced data protection, and proven reliability, making it an excellent storage solution for Supermicro server environments while providing outstanding value with 80% to 89% remaining drive health.
