IBM FlashSystem 5300 Expansion Enclosures High-Performance SAS Drives
The IBM FlashSystem 5300 expansion drives deliver reliable, high-capacity SAS storage optimized for the 4662-12G, 4662-24G, and 4662-92G SAS expansion enclosures. These dual-port 12 Gbps SAS SSDs and HDDs enable tiered or hybrid storage pools with seamless integration into the 4662-7H2 all-flash platform, supporting Distributed RAID, data reduction, and ransomware protection through IBM Storage Virtualize software.
Engineered for hot-swap operation and full compatibility with IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments, these SAS drives provide cost-effective capacity scaling while maintaining enterprise-grade performance and reliability.
Key Features of IBM FlashSystem 5300 Expansion Drives
| Capacity | Type | Form Factor | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.92 TB | SAS SSD | 2.5-inch SFF / 3.5-inch | Balanced capacity and speed |
| 3.84 TB | SAS SSD | 2.5-inch SFF / 3.5-inch | Improved density for performance tiers |
| 7.68 TB | SAS SSD | 2.5-inch SFF / 3.5-inch | High-capacity flash storage |
| 15.36 TB | SAS SSD | 2.5-inch SFF / 3.5-inch | Maximum SSD performance in expansions |
| 30.72 TB | SAS SSD | 2.5-inch SFF / 3.5-inch | Ultra-high density flash scaling |
| 1.2 TB | SAS HDD (10K RPM Enterprise) | 2.5-inch SFF | Enterprise-class high-IOPS HDD tier |
| 1.8 TB | SAS HDD (10K RPM Enterprise) | 2.5-inch SFF | Balanced enterprise performance |
| 2.4 TB | SAS HDD (10K RPM Enterprise) | 2.5-inch SFF | High-capacity 10K enterprise storage |
| 6 TB – 20 TB | SAS HDD (7.2K RPM Nearline) | 3.5-inch LFF | Cost-effective high-capacity archival tier |
Every IBM FlashSystem 5300 expansion drive purchased from Data Tech Computer is backed by a full 60-day warranty covering parts and labor for complete peace of mind.