KCMYDRUG3T84 Kioxia 3.84TB NVMe PCI-E 2.5inch Enterprise SSD

Key Features

• Capacity: 3.84TB of high-performance storage in a compact 2.5-inch U.3 form factor
• Interface: NVMe over PCIe Gen5 for maximum throughput and minimal latency
• Endurance: 1 DWPD, suitable for mixed-use enterprise workloads
• Security: SED features for encryption-at-rest and cryptographic erase capabilities
• Enterprise Reliability: High MTBF, advanced ECC, and power-loss protection
• Compatibility: Backward compatible with PCIe Gen4 and Gen3 systems
• Energy Efficiency: Optimized power profile for 24/7 operation in dense server environments

Performance Characteristics

Designed for the most demanding enterprise workloads, the Kioxia 3.84TB NVMe Gen5 SSD excels in both random and sequential I/O scenarios. Its architecture is optimized for high throughput, predictable latency, and consistent IOPS performance. Workloads such as database transactions, virtual machine hosting, real-time analytics, and AI/ML processing benefit from this drive's superior speed and low-latency behavior.

Random I/O & Latency

This enterprise NVMe SSD delivers extremely low latency and high IOPS for small-block random access, which is critical for transactional databases, virtualization environments, and enterprise software requiring rapid response times. By minimizing tail latency, the drive ensures smooth application performance even under peak loads.

Sequential Throughput

Large-block sequential reads and writes benefit from the PCIe Gen5 interface, enabling significant bandwidth improvement over Gen4 drives. Sequential operations, such as large file transfers and streaming workloads, experience consistently high throughput with minimal bottlenecks, allowing data centers to process large datasets efficiently.

Workload Optimization

• Random read/write-intensive applications such as OLTP and OLAP databases
• Mixed-use workloads in virtualization and containerized environments
• Data caching and tiered storage in enterprise arrays
• AI/ML inference and real-time analytics platforms

Endurance and Reliability

Enterprise SSDs require predictable performance and long-term durability. The Kioxia KCMYDRUG3T84 offers 1 DWPD endurance, ensuring that the drive can sustain daily writes equal to its total capacity over the warranty period. Advanced error correction, wear-leveling, and over-provisioning mechanisms extend the life of the drive while preserving consistent performance.

Power Loss Protection

Sudden power outages or fluctuations can jeopardize in-flight data. This drive incorporates capacitor-backed power-loss protection to safeguard metadata and write caches, ensuring data integrity during unexpected interruptions.

Encryption and Key Management

• Hardware-based AES-256 encryption
• Integration with enterprise Key Management Systems (KMS)
• Compliance with FIPS 140-2 and other regulatory standards

Form Factor and Connectivity

The 2.5-inch U.3 form factor ensures compatibility with modern enterprise servers and storage arrays. U.3 connectors support PCIe Gen5 lanes while remaining backward-compatible with Gen4 and Gen3 systems. This enables IT teams to deploy the drives across existing infrastructure without major retrofitting.

Physical Characteristics

• Standard 2.5-inch height for dense rack-mount servers
• Hot-swappable design for minimal downtime during replacements
• Shock and vibration resistance suitable for enterprise environments

Interface Benefits

• PCIe Gen5 delivers double the theoretical bandwidth of Gen4
• NVMe protocol reduces CPU overhead and latency
• Supports multiple queues for parallel processing and high IOPS

Power and Thermal Management

The Kioxia enterprise SSD has been optimized for continuous operation in high-density data center environments. It offers advanced power management features, reducing idle power consumption without impacting performance. Additionally, thermal throttling mechanisms prevent overheating, protecting drive longevity and maintaining predictable I/O performance.

Energy Efficiency Features

• Optimized idle power profiles for reduced data center energy usage
• Dynamic adjustment of power to match workload requirements
• Reduced cooling overhead due to lower heat output

Enterprise Use Cases

The 3.84TB Kioxia NVMe Gen5 SSD is ideal for a variety of enterprise workloads, including:

• High-performance databases requiring low-latency access
• Virtualization and VDI deployments needing consistent IOPS
• Analytics platforms for real-time decision making
• AI/ML model training and inference workloads
• Enterprise applications with mixed read/write patterns
• Cache and tiered storage acceleration