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Seagate Nytro 3031 2.5 inch SAS enterprise SSD, silver metal casing, label on side

Seagate

Seagate Nytro 3031 XS960SE70014 960GB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5" enterprise SSD

SKU CH-K4FA-N64EG MPN XS960SE70014

960 GB enterprise SSD with SAS 12Gb/s interface, 3D eTLC memory, and sequential speeds up to 2.10 GB/s read and 1000 MB/s write

  • Total capacity960 GB
  • Sequential read speed2.1 GB/s
  • Sequential write speed1,000 MB/s
  • Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • NAND flash type3D eTLC
  • 960 GB capacity supports large enterprise datasets
  • SAS 12Gb/s interface enables fast data transfer
  • 3D eTLC memory delivers high endurance and reliability
  • 10 GB/s max sequential read accelerates workloads
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard server bays

Enterprise SAS SSD for servers

The Seagate Nytro 3031 XS960SE70014 is a 960GB 2.5-inch solid state drive built for enterprise servers and storage arrays. It connects through a SAS 12Gb/s interface and uses 3D eTLC flash with a Seagate controller. The drive includes full data-path protection and advanced power-loss safeguards for mission-critical workloads.

Sustained throughput under load

Unlike burst-only ratings, this SSD maintains 1000 MB/s for both sustained sequential read and sustained sequential write. The 2.10 GB/s maximum sequential read is available for short bursts, but the sustained figures represent continuous performance during heavy database or virtualisation workloads. Write endurance is balanced for mixed-use enterprise applications.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

The 2.5-inch form factor measures 0.6 inches high, 2.8 inches wide and 4 inches deep, weighing 5.82 oz, allowing dense packing in standard drive bays. With no moving parts the drive produces no acoustic noise during operation. Power draw scales with the SAS interface activity and the 3D eTLC workload rather than mechanical seek cycles.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Server & Data Center SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $334.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 1,039 comparable items (median $992.99).
Total capacity 960 GB
Lower than about 72% of the 522 comparable items (median 3.2 TB).
Sequential read speed 2.1 GB/s
Lower than about 63% of the 311 comparable items (median 6,500 MB/s).
Price per TB $348.95 per TB
Cheaper than about 75% of the 522 comparable items (median $595.64 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Product lineNytro 3031
Total capacity960 GB
Performance
Sequential read speed2.1 GB/s
Sequential write speed1,000 MB/s
Sustained sequential read rate1,000 MB/s
Sustained sequential write rate1,000 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D eTLC
Controller chipSeagate
Ports & slots
Interface typeSAS 12Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height0.6 in (1.52 cm)
Overall width2.8 in (7.11 cm)
Product depth4 in (10.2 cm)
Product weight5.82 oz
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size178 × 102 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How much power does the Nytro 3031 960GB SAS SSD draw during sustained 2.10 GB/s reads?

The drive sustains 1000 MB/s reads and 1000 MB/s writes through its SAS 12Gb/s interface, maintaining consistent throughput without thermal throttling in enterprise enclosures.

What SAS infrastructure is required to run this XS960SE70014 at 12Gb/s?

A 12Gb/s SAS HBA or RAID controller with a 2.5-inch drive bay and SAS backplane is needed to connect the dual-port SAS interface and deliver full bandwidth.

Will this 2.5-inch SAS 12Gb/s drive negotiate down to 6Gb/s on my older backplane?

Yes, the SAS 12Gb/s interface auto-negotiates link speed, so the 960GB Nytro 3031 operates at 6Gb/s on legacy backplanes while retaining full data-path protection.

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