Product Description
The IBM ES11 solid-state drive (SSD) facilitates accelerated data retrieval with a nominal capacity of 387 GB. Leveraging enterprise multi-level cell (eMLC) NAND flash memory, it augments write endurance and reliability. This drive is engineered for I/O-intensive workloads demanding minimal latency and elevated throughput. It maintains uniform performance metrics across heterogeneous system architectures.
Employing a 6 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface with dual-port redundancy, it ensures fault-tolerant connectivity. Sector allocation adheres to 528-byte formatting, optimizing compatibility with IBM i protocols and enabling efficient block-level data management.
The IBM ES11 achieves equilibrium between sequential and random access velocities, surpassing mechanical HDDs in terms of IOPS and response times. This enhances computational efficiency in virtualized environments. Its small form factor-1 (SFF-1) footprint supports high-density storage arrays within constrained rack spaces.
Integration with Power platform RAID controllers provides parity-based data protection and fault recovery mechanisms. Empirical data indicates superior mean time between failures (MTBF), rendering it suitable for capacity augmentation in enterprise storage hierarchies.
Deployment involves seamless insertion into compliant SAS bays and adapters. The drive accommodates sustained high-bandwidth operations while exhibiting moderated power dissipation, contributing to thermal and operational expenditure optimization. In aggregate, the IBM ES11 elevates storage subsystem efficacy.
Technical Specifications Attribute | Value Feature Code | ES11 Part Number | 74Y9524 CCIN | 58B8 Capacity | 387GB Type | SSD with eMLC Interface | SAS 6 Gb/s Dual Port Form Factor | 2.5-inch SFF-1 Sector Size | 528-byte
Key Features
- eMLC NAND for augmented program/erase cycles and endurance.
- Superior IOPS relative to rotational media.
- 528-byte sector configuration for IBM i interoperability.
- SFF-1 enclosure enabling dense population in enclosures.
- RAID integration for data integrity and redundancy.
- Write amplification mitigation for sustained performance.
- Optimized power envelope for energy-efficient deployments.
These attributes perform optimally in rigorous storage configurations. eMLC sustains intensive write patterns, while IOPS reductions minimize bottlenecks. Sector alignment facilitates native IBM i operations. Compact dimensions maximize slot utilization, and RAID algorithms ensure resilience. Endurance metrics support prolonged lifecycle, with power management aiding in TCO reduction.
Compatibility The IBM ES11 interfaces with select Power models equipped with SFF-1 SAS bays. Adherence to installation prerequisites is imperative.
- Supported Models: Power7 variants including 8202-E4C, 8231-E1C; Power8 variants such as 8286-41A, 8286-42A, 9119-MHE, 9119-MME.
- Operating System: IBM i 6.1, 7.1 TR4 or subsequent releases.
- Additional Notes: 528-byte sectoring; prohibit co-location with 512-byte units in RAID sets; designated for #5802/#5803/#EL36 expansions or native SFF-1 bays; exclusive to IBM i ecosystems.
Spanning Power7 and Power8 generations, it enables incremental infrastructure enhancements. Compatibility encompasses expansion drawers and base units under specified OS revisions. Annotations delineate constraints such as sector incongruities and bay specifications.
Architectural adaptability accommodates scaling, affording selection among models and preempting anomalies through advisory notes. It integrates proficiently within IBM-centric infrastructures.
Warranty Information This IBM ES11 387GB SFF-1 SAS SSD for IBM i 74Y9524 incorporates a 60-day warranty, encompassing preliminary configuration and operational validation.
