Product Description
IBM AGS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module for FlashSystem 5200
The IBM AGS8 is a 38.4 TB FlashCore Module 2 for IBM FlashSystem 5200 control enclosures.
Product Description
The IBM AGS8 (feature code AGS8, part number 03GU534, FRU 03GU521) is a 38.4 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 this 38.4 TB FCM2 at 87.96 TB effective capacity. Feature AES8 is the related 38.4 TB FCM2 feature for FlashSystem 5100. Feature ADS8 is the related 38.4 TB FCM2 feature for FlashSystem 7200.
Features
- 38.4 TB usable capacity
- 87.96 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: AGS8
- Part Number: 03GU534
- FRU: 03GU521
- Usable Capacity: 38.4 TB
- Effective Capacity: 87.96 TB
- Interface: NVMe
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch, 15 mm
- Type: FlashCore Module 2 (FCM2)
- Encryption: Hardware AES-256
- Related features: AES8 (FlashSystem 5100), ADS8 (FlashSystem 7200)
Compatibility
The IBM AGS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module is compatible with:
- Systems: IBM FlashSystem 5200 control enclosures (4662-6H2 / 4662-UH6) that support FCM2
- Software: IBM Storage Virtualize on the supported enclosure
- Related modules: AGS5 (4.8 TB), AGS6 (9.6 TB), and AGS7 (19.2 TB) are the smaller FCM2 features in this FlashSystem 5200 family
- Array rules: All drives in an array must be the same type and capacity
- Limitations: Fits supported NVMe FCM bays only. Not an FCM3, FCM4, or FCM5 module. Does not fit SAS expansion enclosures or IBM Power Systems NVMe bays. Confirm firmware level and population rules before install
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
