Product Description
IBM ES83 931GB Mainstream SAS 4k SFF-3 SSD for AIX/Linux
The IBM ES83 931GB Mainstream SAS 4k SFF-3 SSD for AIX/Linux is a cost-effective, read-intensive enterprise solid-state drive optimized for AIX and Linux workloads on IBM Power Systems servers. This 2.5-inch SFF-3 SSD provides 931 GB usable capacity, 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity, 4K (4096-byte) sector format, and high IOPS with low power consumption, making it ideal for boot drives, general-purpose storage, virtualization, file serving, and read-heavy applications such as analytics and content delivery.
Product Description
The IBM ES83 (feature code ES83, CCIN typically 5B18 or similar, part number often 00LY337 / 00LY607 or related variants) is a 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF-3) SAS solid-state drive engineered for IBM Power Systems. It delivers 931 GB of mainstream-class flash storage with a 12 Gb/s SAS interface (dual-port) and native 4K sector format, ensuring excellent alignment and performance in AIX and Linux environments. The drive uses a standard hot-plug SFF-3 carrier compatible with internal Power Systems bays. It supports RAID 0/1/5/6/10 via the host server's integrated controller or VIOS, with features including power-loss protection capacitors, end-to-end data protection (T10 DIF/DIX), and optimized endurance for read-intensive and light-write workloads. This SSD is qualified for AIX and Linux deployments on Power8, Power9, and select Power10 systems, offering substantial performance gains over HDDs at a lower cost per GB than higher-endurance enterprise SSDs, while remaining backward compatible with 6 Gb/s SAS infrastructure.
Features
- 931 GB mainstream-class capacity in 2.5-inch SFF-3 form factor.
- 12 Gb/s SAS interface (backward compatible with 6 Gb/s SAS).
- 4K (4096-byte) native sector format for optimal AIX/Linux 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 SFF-3 carrier for zero-downtime maintenance.
- Full RAID support (0/1/5/6/10) via attached Power Systems controller or VIOS.
- Advanced error correction, wear-leveling, and T10 DIF/DIX end-to-end protection.
- LED status indicators on carrier for activity and fault conditions.
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ES83
- Part Number: Typically 00LY337 / 00LY607 (or related variants)
- CCIN: Typically 5B18 (or similar mainstream SSD CCIN)
- Capacity: 931 GB (usable; raw slightly higher)
- Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS (dual-port)
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF-3 (hot-plug carrier)
- NAND Type: Mainstream-grade MLC/TLC
- Endurance: ~0.3–1 DWPD (Drive Writes Per Day over 5 years, read-heavy workload)
- Performance: Up to ~200,000 IOPS read, ~30,000–50,000 IOPS write (4K random, configuration dependent)
- Latency: Sub-200 μs typical read/write
- Sector Format: 4096-byte (4Kn) native
- MTBF: 2.5 million hours (typical enterprise SSD)
- Power Consumption: ~5–10 W active
- Compatibility: Power8 and Power9 models with SAS backplanes
Compatibility
The IBM ES83 931GB Mainstream SAS 4k SFF-3 SSD is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models:
- Power8: S814 (8286-41A), S822/S824 (8284-22A), E870/E880 (9119-MME/MHE), and others
- Power9: S914 (9009-41A/41G), S922 (9009-22A/22G), S924 (9009-42A), E950/E980, and related models
- Operating Systems: AIX 7.1+ (full support), Linux (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu), VIOS, IBM i 7.1+ (cross-compatible with 4K format)
- Attachment: Integrated SAS controllers/backplanes (#EJ0x, #EJ1x series).
- RAID Support: Managed by host server (integrated RAID or VIOS)
- Limitations: Not compatible with NVMe backplanes; requires 12 Gb/s SAS infrastructure for full performance (6 Gb/s fallback supported)
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.
