Product Description
IBM ESJD 3.72TB Mainstream SAS 4k SFF-3 SSD for IBM i (Feature Code ESJD | CCIN 5B2C)
The IBM ESJD is a reliable 3.72TB Mainstream SAS 4k solid state drive formatted with 4224-byte sectors and mounted in an SFF-3 Gen3 carrier tray. This SSD delivers consistent high performance for IBM i environments on Power9 and Power10 servers, making it an excellent choice for demanding workloads requiring large capacity and endurance.
With a 6 Gbps SAS interface and 1 Drive Writes Per Day (DWPD) rating, the ESJD provides balanced read/write performance while offering significantly higher capacity than traditional HDDs or smaller SSDs. The 4k sector format ensures full native compatibility with IBM i operating systems.
Key Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 3.72 TB (3720 GB usable) |
| Feature Code | ESJD (IBM i) |
| CCIN | 5B2C |
| Part Number | 00LY561 |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch SFF-3 carrier/tray |
| Interface | Dual-port SAS 6 Gb/s |
| Sector Size | 4224 byte (4k) |
| Endurance | 1 DWPD (Mainstream class) |
| Operating System | Optimized for IBM i |
| Warranty | 60 days from Data Tech Computer |
Performance Benefits of the 3.72TB Mainstream SAS 4k SSD
This Mainstream SSD offers excellent random read/write IOPS and sequential throughput compared to spinning HDDs, reducing latency for database transactions, virtualized environments, and journal-heavy workloads. The 4k sector alignment is required for IBM i and provides optimal performance when paired with Power9 or Power10 SAS controllers.
Compatibility
The IBM ESJD 3.72TB SAS 4k SFF-3 SSD is supported in the following Power Systems servers and expansion drawers with Gen3 SFF-3 bays:
- Power S914 (9009-41A, 9009-41G)
- Power S922 (9009-22A, 9009-22G)
- Power S924 (9009-42A, 9009-42G)
- Power H922 / H924 (9223-22H, 9223-42H)
- Power L922 (9222)
- Power E980 (9080-M9S)
- EXP24SX storage drawer (#ESLS or #ELLS) using SFF-3 trays
- Previous generation Power8 systems with SFF-3 bays (8286-41A, 8286-42A, 8408-E8E, etc.)
Compatible with IBM i 7.2 TR5 and later, as well as current 7.3, 7.4, and 7.5 releases.
Why Choose Data Tech Computer for Your IBM Power Systems SSDs
All drives are fully tested in live Power Systems servers, data wiped to DoD standards, and backed by our 60-day warranty. Eligible for existing IBM maintenance contracts when installed.
