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Micron Unveils Industry-Leading 60TB PCIe 5.0 SSD for Data Centers

The ION 6550 SSD offers unprecedented speed and energy efficiency, setting new standards in high-capacity storage solutions.

  • Micron's ION 6550 SSD delivers 12GB/s read and write speeds while consuming just 20 watts of power.
  • This SSD features a 60TB capacity in a compact E3.S form factor, ideal for AI and data-intensive applications.
  • The ION 6550 offers up to 179% higher read bandwidth per watt compared to its predecessor, the ION 6500.
  • With enhanced endurance and security features, the drive supports critical sectors such as finance and healthcare.
  • The SSD's high density allows a 1U server to hold over 44 petabytes, optimizing data center space and efficiency.
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