Product Description
IBM ECT9 15.3 TB Mainstream NVMe U.2 SSD 4k for AIX/Linux
The IBM ECT9 15.3 TB Mainstream NVMe U.2 SSD 4k for AIX/Linux (CCIN 5941, part number 02YC940) is a high-capacity, mainstream-class NVMe solid-state drive optimized for read-intensive and general-purpose AIX and Linux workloads on IBM Power Systems servers. This 15.3 TB U.2 (2.5-inch) PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD delivers massive storage density, low latency, and high IOPS in a hot-plug U.2 form factor, making it ideal for boot drives, file serving, virtualization images, analytics, content delivery, archival, and large read-heavy enterprise applications where cost per GB and capacity are prioritized over maximum write endurance.
Product Description
The IBM ECT9 (feature code ECT9, CCIN 5941, part number 02YC940) is a mainstream 15.3 TB NVMe U.2 SSD module designed for direct attachment in Power Systems servers supporting PCIe Gen4 U.2 bays (primarily Power10 and select Power9 G-models with U.2 backplanes). It provides 15.3 TB of mainstream-grade NAND flash storage with PCIe Gen4 x4 interface for high-bandwidth, low-latency access. The drive supports native AIX and Linux attachment (no VIOS required in many configurations), software RAID/mirroring via AIX LVM or Linux mdadm, and advanced features including power-loss protection capacitors, end-to-end data protection (T10 DIF/DIX), and optimized endurance for read-heavy/mixed workloads. The native 4K sector format ensures optimal alignment and performance in AIX/Linux environments. It is fully qualified for general-purpose and capacity-focused AIX and Linux deployments on Power10 (e.g., S1022/S1024) and Power9 models with U.2 support, offering exceptional storage density and cost efficiency while maintaining enterprise reliability and firmware alignment.
Features
- 15.3 TB mainstream-class usable capacity in U.2 (2.5-inch) form factor.
- PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface for high-bandwidth, low-latency performance.
- Read-intensive / mainstream endurance (typically 0.3–1 DWPD over 5 years).
- Power-loss protection circuitry to prevent data corruption during power loss.
- Hot-plug U.2 carrier for zero-downtime maintenance in supported bays.
- Native 4K (4096-byte) sector format optimized for AIX/Linux.
- Advanced error correction, wear-leveling, and T10 DIF/DIX end-to-end protection.
- LED status indicators for activity, fault, and health.
- Full IBM qualification for Power10/Power9 U.2 backplanes.
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ECT9
- CCIN: 5941
- Part Number: 02YC940
- Capacity: 15.3 TB (usable; raw slightly higher)
- Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
- Form Factor: U.2 (2.5-inch, 15 mm z-height, hot-plug)
- NAND Type: Mainstream-grade TLC
- Endurance: ~0.3–1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day over 5 years, read-heavy workload)
- Performance: Up to ~800,000–1.2M IOPS read, ~100,000–300,000 IOPS write (4K random, configuration dependent)
- Latency: Sub-100 μs typical read/write
- Sector Format: 4096-byte (4Kn) native
- MTBF: 2.5 million hours (typical enterprise NVMe)
- Power Consumption: ~20–30 W active
- Compatibility: Power10 (primary, U.2 bays), select Power9 G-models with U.2 backplanes
Compatibility
The IBM ECT9 15.3 TB PCIe4 NVMe U.2 SSD is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models:
- Power10: S1022/S1022s/S1024 (scale-out), E1080 (enterprise), and other Power10 models with U.2 NVMe backplanes (G-model configs)
- Power9: Select G-model servers with U.2 NVMe support (e.g., S922/S924/E950/E980 G-variants)
- Operating Systems: AIX 7.2 TL5+ / 7.3+, Linux (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu), VIOS; IBM i limited support (not primary target for this mainstream U.2 module)
- Attachment: Direct-attached in PCIe Gen4 U.2 bays/backplanes (no adapter required; native NVMe)
- RAID/Support: Native AIX/Linux software RAID/mirroring; VIOS pass-through if needed
- Limitations: Requires U.2 NVMe backplane support (not all Power10/Power9 models have U.2 bays); performance limited in Gen3 slots; not for external NVMe drawer use (use EJ2A for drawer connectivity); mainstream endurance not suited for write-intensive workloads (use enterprise variants like ES5x series)
Verify exact backplane requirements, firmware levels, and OS patch levels via IBM Sales Manual or resources for your specific Power Systems model.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
