Product Description
IBM ACN3 15.36TB 12 Gb SAS 3.5-inch Flash Drive 01EJ998
The IBM ACN3 is a high-capacity, high-performance 3.5-inch enterprise-class SAS flash drive designed for demanding storage environments that prioritize massive usable capacity in large form factor enclosures. This 15.36 TB, 12 Gb/s SAS drive delivers exceptional speed, low latency, and reliable endurance for IBM Storwize V5000 Gen2 systems and compatible setups. Ideal for high-IOPS workloads, virtualization, databases, analytics, large-scale content archives, backup targets, media repositories, and tiered storage architectures requiring ultra-high capacity combined with fast access and consistent throughput.
Key Features
- Capacity: 15.36 TB
- Interface: 12 Gb/s SAS (dual-port)
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch (LFF), hot-swap compatible
- Drive Type: SAS Flash SSD
- High-speed data transfer for reduced latency and improved performance
- Enterprise-class reliability with durable design for 24×7 operation
- Supports advanced storage features including tiering and data reduction
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | ACN3 |
| Part number | 01EJ998 |
| Capacity | 15.36 TB |
| Interface | 12 Gb/s SAS |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 12 Gbps |
| Sector Size | 512e |
| Power Consumption | Optimized for enterprise efficiency |
| Carrier Type | IBM hot-swap tray (model-specific) |
Compatibility
This 15.36 TB 12 Gb SAS Flash Drive is compatible with IBM Storwize V5000 Gen2 systems (including models such as 2078-12F, 2078-24F LFF enclosures and expansions), and other enclosures supporting 12 Gb/s SAS 3.5-inch drives. Supports integration with IBM Spectrum Virtualize software for features like compression, Easy Tier automated tiering, and storage virtualization. Suitable for large-form-factor (LFF) expansion units in hybrid, capacity-optimized, or archival configurations. Always confirm firmware levels, enclosure slot support, and specific system configuration compatibility, as requirements vary by model and software version.
Warranty
60 days limited warranty.
