Product Description
IBM AET5 15.36 TB 2.5-inch NVMe Flash Drive
The IBM AET5 is a high-capacity, high-performance industry-standard 2.5-inch NVMe flash drive engineered for enterprise all-flash storage environments that require massive usable capacity combined with low-latency access and reliable endurance. This 15.36 TB NVMe drive delivers fast data transfer rates and consistent performance for demanding workloads including virtualization, large databases, analytics platforms, AI/ML datasets, content archives, backup targets, and tiered storage configurations in compatible IBM systems.
Key Features
- Capacity: 15.36 TB
- Interface: NVMe (PCIe-based, optimized for ultra-low latency)
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch (SFF), hot-swap compatible
- Drive Type: Industry-standard NVMe Flash SSD
- High-speed performance for reduced latency and enhanced IOPS
- Enterprise-class reliability with durable design for 24×7 operation
- Supports advanced storage features including tiering and integration with IBM Storage Virtualize
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | AET5 |
| Capacity | 15.36 TB |
| Interface | NVMe |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Data Transfer Protocol | NVMe (PCIe-based) |
| Sector Size | Typically 512e |
| Power Consumption | Optimized for enterprise efficiency |
| Carrier Type | IBM hot-swap tray (model-specific) |
Compatibility
This 15.36 TB NVMe Flash Drive is compatible with select IBM storage platforms, including IBM FlashSystem 7200, IBM FlashSystem 7300, IBM Storwize V7000 Gen3 (2076-724, 2076-U7B), IBM FlashSystem 5200, IBM FlashSystem 5100, IBM FlashSystem 5000 series, and other models/enclosures supporting industry-standard 2.5-inch NVMe drives. It integrates with IBM Storage Virtualize software for features like Easy Tier automated tiering, compression (software-based where applicable), and storage virtualization. Can be intermixed with FCMs and other NVMe drives per system rules. Always confirm firmware levels, enclosure slot support, and specific configuration compatibility, as requirements vary by model and software version.
Warranty
60 days limited warranty.
