Product Description
IBM EC5X Mainstream 800 GB SSD PCIe3 NVMe U.2 Module for AIX/Linux
The IBM EC5X Mainstream 800 GB SSD PCIe3 NVMe U.2 Module for AIX/Linux is a high-performance enterprise-grade NVMe solid-state drive designed for direct-attach internal storage in IBM Power Systems servers. This 800 GB U.2 drive delivers low-latency, high-IOPS performance optimized for boot devices, high-IOPS workloads, and local caching in AIX and Linux environments on Power9, Power10, and Power11 platforms.
Engineered for hot-swap operation in supported Power server NVMe bays, the EC5X provides reliable, high-speed storage expansion with 4K sector formatting for full compatibility with AIX and Linux file systems.
Key Features of the IBM EC5X Mainstream 800 GB SSD PCIe3 NVMe U.2 Module
- • 800 GB usable capacity with 4K sector size for AIX/Linux compatibility
- • NVMe U.2 (2.5-inch) form factor for direct-attach high-performance storage
- • Mainstream performance class with consistent low-latency read/write operations
- • PCIe Gen3 NVMe interface for high bandwidth and low latency
- • Hot-swap capable in supported Power server NVMe bays
- • Advanced error correction, wear leveling, and enterprise-grade reliability
- • Optimized for boot, caching, databases, and high-IOPS workloads in AIX and Linux environments
Technical Specifications
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | EC5X |
| CCIN | 59B7 |
| Capacity | 800 GB |
| Form Factor | U.2 (2.5-inch) |
| Sector Size | 4K |
| Interface | NVMe PCIe Gen3 |
| Performance Class | Mainstream |
| Compatibility | AIX and Linux on IBM Power9, Power10, and Power11 servers |
Every IBM EC5X Mainstream 800 GB SSD PCIe3 NVMe U.2 Module for AIX/Linux purchased from Data Tech Computer is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.
