Product Description
IBM ADSC 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 for FlashSystem 7300
The IBM ADSC is a 19.2 TB FlashCore Module 3 designed for IBM FlashSystem 7300 control enclosures.
Product Description
The IBM ADSC (feature code ADSC, part number 03JK164) is a 19.2 TB usable FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3). 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 FCM3 19.2 TB modules at 57.6 TB effective capacity. Feature AGSC is the related 19.2 TB FCM3 feature for FlashSystem 5200 and 5300. Feature AHSB is the related 19.2 TB FCM3 feature for FlashSystem 9500.
Features
- 19.2 TB usable capacity
- 57.6 TB effective capacity (FCM3 rating)
- FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3) technology
- NVMe interface
- Hardware-accelerated inline compression
- Always-on AES-256 encryption
- High compression throughput on 19.2 TB FCM3 modules
- Hot-swap capable in supported control enclosures
- Enterprise-class reliability for 24x7 operation
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: ADSC
- Part Number / FRU: 03JK164
- Usable Capacity: 19.2 TB
- Effective Capacity: 57.6 TB
- Interface: NVMe
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch, 15 mm
- Type: FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3)
- Encryption: Hardware AES-256
- Compression: Hardware inline
- Enclosure Quantity: Up to 24 per FlashSystem 7300 control enclosure
Compatibility
The IBM ADSC 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 is compatible with:
- Systems: IBM FlashSystem 7300 control enclosures, machine types 4657-924 and 4657-U7D
- Software: IBM Storage Virtualize on the supported FlashSystem 7300 enclosure
- Related modules: AGSC (FlashSystem 5200 / 5300) and AHSB (FlashSystem 9500) are the 19.2 TB FCM3 features for those platforms
- 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.