Product Description
IBM 2076-ADS2 9.6TB 2.5In NVMe FCM
The IBM 2076-ADS2 is a high-performance 2.5-inch NVMe FlashCore Module (FCM) engineered for enterprise storage platforms that demand ultra-low latency, high throughput, and built-in data efficiency. This 9.6 TB NVMe drive incorporates IBM's advanced FlashCore technology with hardware-accelerated compression and encryption, providing outstanding performance for intensive workloads including virtualization, large databases, analytics, AI/ML data processing, and high-IOPS transactional applications in supported IBM systems.
Key Features
- Capacity: 9.6 TB
- Interface: NVMe (optimized for minimal latency)
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch (SFF), hot-swap compatible
- Drive Type: NVMe FlashCore Module (FCM 1.0)
- Hardware-accelerated inline compression and AES-256 encryption with zero performance impact
- Enterprise-grade endurance and reliability for continuous 24×7 operation
- Enables advanced storage capabilities including data reduction, high-performance tiering, and virtualization
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | ADS2 |
| Capacity | 9.6 TB |
| Interface | NVMe |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Data Transfer Protocol | NVMe (PCIe-based) |
| Compression | Built-in hardware-accelerated (typically 2:1 effective or better) |
| Power Consumption | Optimized for enterprise efficiency |
| Carrier Type | IBM-specific tray for FlashSystem/Storwize enclosures |
Compatibility
This 9.6 TB NVMe FlashCore Module is compatible with select IBM storage platforms, including IBM Storwize V7000 Gen3 (2076-724, 2076-U7B), certain IBM FlashSystem models that support FCM 1.0 modules, and enclosures designed for 2.5-inch NVMe drives. It integrates seamlessly with IBM Storage Virtualize software, enabling features such as compression, encryption, Easy Tier automated tiering, and storage virtualization. Always verify firmware levels, enclosure slot support, and system configuration compatibility, as newer FlashCore Module generations (e.g., FCM2+) are used in later systems.
Warranty
60 days limited warranty.
