Product Description
IBM AES7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module 2 for FlashSystem 5100 03GH471
The IBM AES7 is a 19.2 TB FlashCore Module 2 designed for IBM FlashSystem 5100 control enclosures.
Product Description
The IBM AES7 (feature code AES7, part number 03GH471) is a 19.2 TB usable FlashCore Module 2 (FCM2). It uses the NVMe interface in a 2.5-inch, 15 mm form factor and includes hardware-accelerated inline compression and always-on AES-256 encryption. IBM rates FCM2 19.2 TB modules at 43.98 TB effective capacity. Feature AES5 and AES6 are the 4.8 TB and 9.6 TB FCM2 modules for the same FlashSystem 5100 family. Feature ADS7 is the related 19.2 TB FCM2 feature for FlashSystem 7200. Feature AGS7 is the related 19.2 TB FCM2 feature for FlashSystem 5200.
Features
- 19.2 TB usable capacity
- 43.98 TB effective capacity (FCM2 rating)
- FlashCore Module 2 (FCM2) technology
- NVMe interface
- Hardware-accelerated inline compression
- Always-on AES-256 encryption
- Hot-swap capable in supported control enclosures
- Enterprise-class reliability for 24x7 operation
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: AES7
- Part Number / FRU: 03GH471
- Usable Capacity: 19.2 TB
- Effective Capacity: 43.98 TB
- Interface: NVMe
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch, 15 mm
- Type: FlashCore Module 2 (FCM2)
- Encryption: Hardware AES-256
- Compression: Hardware inline
Compatibility
The IBM AES7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module 2 is compatible with:
- Systems: IBM FlashSystem 5100 control enclosures, including 2077-4H4 and related 2077-424 / 2078-424 V5100 configurations that support FCM2
- Software: IBM Storage Virtualize on the supported enclosure
- Related modules: AES5 and AES6 are the 4.8 TB and 9.6 TB FCM2 features on FlashSystem 5100. ADS7 is the related 19.2 TB FCM2 feature on FlashSystem 7200. AGS7 is the related 19.2 TB FCM2 feature on FlashSystem 5200
- Array rules: All drives in an array must be the same type and capacity
- Limitations: Fits supported FlashSystem NVMe FCM bays only. Does not fit SAS SFF bays or IBM Power Systems SAS/NVMe U.2 server bays. Empty NVMe slots require a drive blank. Confirm firmware level and population rules before install
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
