The Micron MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA (MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA - Micron RealSSD C400 256GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive) is a Storage Devices component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. Manufactured to OEM specifications and tested for compatibility with enterprise rack server and data-center deployments, this part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include capacity of 256 GB, form factor of 2.5-inch, interface of SATA, data rate of 6 Gb/s, features of MLC NAND. Common deployment scenarios include database transaction-log volumes, virtualization datastores, OS-boot tier, backup-repository targets, and warm-data tiers in tiered-storage architectures. Pro Disk Network sources the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. Net 30 / Net 60 terms available for qualified business, government, and education accounts. 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA is a Micron storage devices component with capacity 256 GB, form factor 2.5-inch, interface SATA. Pro Disk Network sells the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA for $466.96 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: Will the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA work with my RAID controller?
The MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA operates with any standard SAS/SATA/NVMe-compatible RAID controller (Dell PERC, HPE Smart Array, LSI/Broadcom MegaRAID, Adaptec, IBM ServeRAID, Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID). Mixing this drive in the same RAID volume with drives of different speed/capacity is supported but never recommended.
How fast does the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA ship?
If in stock, the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
VMware vSAN Capacity Tier — Used as bulk storage in all-flash and hybrid vSAN clusters. Pair with NVMe cache-tier drives for SLA-grade write throughput at half the cost of all-NVMe.
Veeam Backup Repository — Cost-optimised backup target for Veeam B&R, Rubrik, or Cohesity primary backup tier. RAID 6 over 8–24 drives delivers 100+ TB usable per server.
Splunk Warm/Cold Tier — Appropriate for Splunk warm/cold/frozen indexes where ingest write rates are below 200 MB/s per node. Avoid for hot-tier indexes — use NVMe instead.
File Server / SMB Shares — General-purpose Windows Server / Samba shares for departmental file storage. RAID 5 for capacity, RAID 10 for IOPS-sensitive workloads.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
Micron manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA
Ships from our US warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$466.96
5+
4%
$448.28
10+
8%
$429.60
25+
13%
$406.26
50+
18%
$382.91
100+
23%
$359.56
What is the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA?
The MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA is a Micron enterprise-grade hard drive with capacity 256 GB and form factor 2.5-inch, manufactured by Micron. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA
Pros
Verified compatible with VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox
HCL-listed RAID controller pairings
Pre-validated firmware versus the manufacturer compatibility matrix
Cons
Not recommended for OLTP databases above 50 TPS
Mechanical drive — expect 5–10W idle power per unit
3.5" form factor only — confirm caddy fit before ordering
Frequently Asked Questions about MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA
Is the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA a genuine Micron part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA as factory-original Micron inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Micron servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
Will the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA work with my RAID controller?
The MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA operates with any standard SAS/SATA/NVMe-compatible RAID controller (Dell PERC, HPE Smart Array, LSI/Broadcom MegaRAID, Adaptec, IBM ServeRAID, Lenovo ThinkSystem RAID). Mixing this drive in the same RAID volume with drives of different speed/capacity is supported but never recommended.
How fast does the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA ship?
If in stock, the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA?
New MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA units carry the full Micron manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the MTFDDAC256MAM series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
MTFDDAC256MAM-1K1 — MTFDDAC256MAM-1K1 - Micron RealSSD C400 256GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive — $457.89
MTFDDAC256MAM-1K11AB — MTFDDAC256MAM-1K11AB - Micron RealSSD C400 256GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive — $762.13
MTFDDAC256MAM1J1 — MTFDDAC256MAM1J1 - Micron RealSSD C400 256GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive — $762.13
MTFDDAC256MAM1J11AC — MTFDDAC256MAM1J11AC - Micron RealSSD C400 256GB Multi-Level Cell (MLC) SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch Solid State Drive — $762.13
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Storage Devices
How to Pick the Right Drive Capacity for Your Use Case
Sizing a storage drive correctly is the difference between a system that runs predictably for five years and one that you replace under emergency conditions at 18 months. For the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA, plan capacity around three numbers: working-set size, retention window, and overhead headroom. Working set is the actively-read data — databases, indexes, hot files. Retention window is how long you keep cold data online before tiering off. Overhead headroom should be 25-30%: drives run noticeably slower above 80% utilisation and metadata operations stall above 90%.
Drive Health Monitoring: SMART, Workload Rating, and Predictive Failure
Workload rating — expressed as TB written per year — matters more than raw capacity in choosing the MTFDDAC256MAM-1K2AA for sustained-write workloads. Consumer SATA drives are rated for 55 TB/year; enterprise SATA for 180-550 TB/year; enterprise SAS for 550 TB+/year; mixed-use NVMe for 1-3 PB/year over five years. Match the rating to your sustained write profile, then add 30% headroom.