SM863a - SSD SAMSUNG - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Solid State Drive (SSD)
Brand	Samsung
Model	SM863a
Interface	SATA 6 Gb/s
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Capacities Available	240 GB, 480 GB, 960 GB, 1.92 TB, 3.84 TB
Sequential Read Speed	Up to 520 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed	Up to 485 MB/s
Random Read IOPS (4KB, QD32)	Up to 100,000 IOPS
Random Write IOPS (4KB, QD32)	Up to 28,000 IOPS
Endurance (TBW)	Up to 2,600 TB (for 3.84 TB model)
MTBF	2 million hours
Power Consumption (Active)	3.5 W typical
Power Consumption (Idle)	1.5 W typical
Dimensions (W x D x H)	69.85 mm x 100.0 mm x 6.8 mm
Weight	60 g
Operating Temperature	0°C to 70°C
Shock Resistance	1500 G / 0.5 ms
Key Features	Enterprise-grade reliability, power-loss protection, AES-256 encryption
Warranty	5 years limited

Frequently Asked Questions - SM863a SAMSUNG

What is the Samsung SM863a SSD?

The Samsung SM863a is an enterprise-class SATA SSD designed for data center and business applications, offering high reliability and consistent performance.

Which interface does the SM863a use?

It uses the SATA 6 Gb/s interface, fully backward compatible with SATA 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s.

What capacities are available for the SM863a?

Capacities range from 240 GB to 3.84 TB, including 240 GB, 480 GB, 960 GB, 1.92 TB, and 3.84 TB models.

How do I install the SM863a in my system?

Ensure your system has a free 2.5-inch drive bay and a SATA data cable. Connect the drive to power and data cables, then format it in your operating system.

Is the SM863a compatible with consumer desktops?

Yes, it is compatible with any system that supports SATA 2.5-inch drives, but it is optimized for enterprise workloads.

What is the lifespan of the SM863a?

Depending on capacity, endurance ratings range from 200 TBW (240 GB) to 2,600 TBW (3.84 TB). The MTBF is 2 million hours.

Does the SM863a support encryption?

Yes, it supports AES-256-bit encryption and TCG Opal compliance for data security.

What are the read and write speeds of the SM863a?

Sequential read speeds are up to 520 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 485 MB/s, with random IOPS up to 100,000 read and 28,000 write.

How can I check the health of my SM863a?

Use Samsung Magician software or third-party S.M.A.R.T. monitoring tools to assess drive health, temperature, and remaining lifespan.

What should I do if my SM863a fails?

If under warranty, contact Samsung support for replacement. The drive is not user-serviceable; data recovery should be performed by professionals.

USER MANUAL SM863a SAMSUNG

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

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SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Do hold the side area at all times without squeezing strongly

Do wear anti-static gloves and a wrist strap to protect against ESD whenever you hold or touch the drive

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

If you can't hold the side area, hold the area opposite the connectors

Do not hold the connector area

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Do not stack the SSDs

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Be careful while handling the SSD on hard surfaces

The SSD could be severely damaged if you hit it on a hard surface

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Be careful while handling the SSD

The cases below should be avoided to prevent damage to the SSD

Dropping

Knocking Over

Hitting

Hitting

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Do not lay the SSD on solid objects

The physical dimensions of the drive cover could be Impacted, causing the SSD to fail

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Do not touch the connectors with metals and do not attempt to open the drive casing

SSD 2.5-inch Handling Guide

Do not insert or remove SSD products with partially or loosely connected connectors.

How to connect a SATA cable.

Hold the drive by its sides.