Upgrade your enterprise storage infrastructure with the Dell 1.92TB 12Gb/s SAS Read Intensive (RI) SSD, powered by the advanced KIOXIA PM6-R enterprise platform. Designed for modern Dell PowerEdge servers and Dell PowerVault storage systems, this SSD delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency for read-intensive workloads including virtualization, cloud computing, analytics, database applications, software-defined storage, and business-critical data center operations.
Built on KIOXIA's advanced 96-layer BiCS FLASH™ 3D TLC NAND architecture, the PM6-R Series provides significantly improved performance compared to previous-generation enterprise SAS SSDs. Featuring dual-port SAS connectivity, enterprise-grade firmware, Power Loss Protection (PLP), and end-to-end data protection, this drive is optimized for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding enterprise environments.
The Dell 04CN85 version is a Read Intensive (RI) SSD with 1 DWPD endurance and supports Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE) functionality for secure drive retirement. This specific model is a Non-SED version and does not provide active hardware-based encryption during normal operation.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Dell Part Number: 04CN85 / 4CN85
- OEM Manufacturer: KIOXIA (formerly Toshiba Memory)
- SSD Series: PM6-R
- Manufacturer Model: KPM6XRUG1T92
- Alternate Part Number: SDFUS85DAB02T
- Capacity: 1.92TB (1,920GB)
- Interface: Dual-Port SAS
- Interface Speed: 12Gb/s SAS (Backward compatible with SAS-3 environments)
- SAS Architecture: PM6-R SAS-4 Platform
- Form Factor: 2.5-Inch Small Form Factor (SFF)
- Drive Height: 15mm
- Drive Type: Read Intensive (RI)
- Security Type: SIE (Sanitize Instant Erase) / Non-SED
- NAND Technology: 96-Layer 3D BiCS FLASH TLC
- Sector Format: 512e
- Sequential Read Speed: Up to 4,150 MB/s
- Sequential Write Speed: Up to 2,450 MB/s
- Random 4K Read Performance: Up to 595,000 IOPS
- Random 4K Write Performance: Up to 115,000 IOPS
- Endurance Rating: 1 DWPD
- MTTF: 2,500,000 Hours
- Dual-Port High Availability Architecture
- Power Loss Protection (PLP)
- End-to-End Data Protection
- Enterprise Error Correction Technologies
- Hot-Plug / Hot-Swap Support
- Dell-Certified Enterprise Firmware
Key Features
- Genuine Dell Enterprise SSD
- KIOXIA PM6-R Enterprise Storage Platform
- 1.92TB Enterprise Capacity
- 12Gb/s SAS Interface
- Read Intensive (RI) Workload Optimization
- 96-Layer BiCS FLASH 3D TLC NAND
- Up to 595K Random Read IOPS
- Dual-Port Enterprise Connectivity
- Power Loss Protection Technology
- End-to-End Data Integrity Protection
- Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE) Support
- Hot-Swap Capability
- Dell-Certified Firmware
- Optimized for 24/7 Data Center Operation
- Low Latency Enterprise Performance
Compatible Dell PowerEdge Servers
Dell PowerEdge 14th Generation
- PowerEdge R440
- PowerEdge R540
- PowerEdge R640
- PowerEdge R740
- PowerEdge R740XD
- PowerEdge R840
- PowerEdge R940
- PowerEdge MX740c
- PowerEdge MX840c
Dell PowerEdge 15th Generation
- PowerEdge R650
- PowerEdge R650XS
- PowerEdge R6515
- PowerEdge R750
- PowerEdge R750XS
- PowerEdge R7515
- PowerEdge R7525
- PowerEdge MX750c
- PowerEdge C6525
Dell PowerEdge 16th Generation
- PowerEdge R660
- PowerEdge R760
- PowerEdge R760XD
- PowerEdge R6625
- PowerEdge R7625
- PowerEdge MX760c
Compatible Dell Storage Platforms
Dell PowerVault ME4 Series
- PowerVault ME4012
- PowerVault ME4024
- PowerVault ME4084
Dell PowerVault ME5 Series
- PowerVault ME5012
- PowerVault ME5024
- PowerVault ME5084
Additional Dell Storage Platforms
- Dell EMC SAS Storage Arrays
- Dell JBOD Expansion Enclosures
- Enterprise Storage Systems Supporting 2.5-Inch 12Gb SAS SSDs
Ideal Applications
- Virtualization Infrastructure
- VMware vSphere Environments
- Microsoft Hyper-V Deployments
- Enterprise Databases
- Cloud Computing Platforms
- Data Analytics
- Software Defined Storage
- Enterprise Applications
- Read-Optimized Storage Tiers
- Business-Critical Workloads
- Backup and Recovery Solutions
- Enterprise SAN Infrastructure
- Content Delivery Platforms
Reliability & Data Protection
- Power Loss Protection (PLP)
- End-to-End Data Path Protection
- Advanced ECC Error Correction
- Wear-Leveling Technology
- Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE)
- Enterprise Firmware Validation
- Dual-Port SAS Redundancy
- Predictable Low-Latency Performance
- 2.5 Million Hour MTTF Rating
- Designed for Continuous Enterprise Operation
Related Part Numbers
- 04CN85
- 4CN85
- KPM6XRUG1T92
- SDFUS85DAB02T
- KIOXIA PM6-R
- Toshiba PM6-R
- Dell 04CN85
- Dell 4CN85
Important Notes
- This model is classified as a Read Intensive (RI) enterprise SSD.
- The 04CN85 / KPM6XRUG1T92 configuration is a Non-SED drive.
- Supports Sanitize Instant Erase (SIE) for secure data sanitization when decommissioned.
- Features a 2.5-inch 15mm SFF form factor with dual-port SAS connectivity.
- Fully compatible with many Dell PowerEdge 14G, 15G, and 16G servers as well as Dell PowerVault ME4 and ME5 storage platforms.
- Tray/Caddy is NOT included.
- Please verify controller, backplane, and firmware compatibility before purchase.
