Product Description
IBM AGSH 38.4TB FlashCore Module 4
Maximize your storage density with the IBM AGSH 38.4TB FlashCore Module 4, the highest-capacity NVMe drive in the FCM4 family, built for extreme performance and efficiency in intensive data environments. This advanced module harnesses next-generation flash technology to deliver massive capacity, ultra-low latency, and built-in intelligence, perfectly suited for deployment in supported IBM FlashSystem arrays.
Key Features
- Capacity and Performance — Provides 38.4 TB of usable storage with potential effective capacity up to 115.2 TB at a 3:1 compression ratio, ideal for the most data-intensive workloads and highest density requirements.
- Hardware-Accelerated Compression and Encryption — Always-on AES-256 encryption combined with inline, zero-overhead compression for maximum security and space efficiency without sacrificing speed.
- Ransomware Detection — Advanced on-module machine learning continuously analyzes I/O patterns to detect ransomware and other anomalies in real time, enhancing cyber resilience.
- Interface — PCIe 4.0 NVMe delivers superior bandwidth, reduced latency, and exceptional throughput for demanding applications.
- Form Factor — Standard 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) enables simple integration into existing compatible enclosures.
- RAID Support — Optimized for DRAID 6 (recommended) or DRAID 5 arrays; all drives in an array must have matching capacities to ensure peak performance and reliability.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Feature Code | AGSH |
| Capacity | 38.4 TB usable; up to 115.2 TB effective with 3:1 compression |
| Interface | NVMe PCIe Gen4 |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch SFF |
| Encryption | Hardware-based AES-256 |
| Compression | Inline, hardware-accelerated |
| Threat Detection | Real-time ML-based ransomware and malware detection |
| Power Consumption | Low-power design for efficient operation |
| Dimensions | Standard 2.5-inch drive (height: 15 mm) |
| Weight | Approximately 0.2 kg |
Compatibility
The IBM AGSH 38.4TB FlashCore Module 4 is engineered for IBM FlashSystem storage platforms, including:
- IBM FlashSystem 5200
- IBM FlashSystem 5300
- IBM FlashSystem 7300
- IBM FlashSystem 9500/9500R
It supports intermixing with earlier FlashCore Module generations (such as FCM3) in the same array, operating at reduced FCM3-equivalent functionality in mixed configurations. To unlock full FCM4 features and performance advantages, deploy in uniform all-FCM4 arrays. Requires IBM Storage Virtualize software version 8.6.0 or higher. RAID arrays demand identical module capacities. Compatible with SAS expansion enclosures in clustered environments, enabling scalable configurations reaching petabyte-class total capacity.
Warranty Information
This product includes a 60-day warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use conditions.
