KPM7VVUG3T20 Kioxia 3.2TB SAS 24Gbps Internal SSD.

Kioxia PM7-V Series Enterprise SAS SSD

The Kioxia KPM7VVUG3T20 represents the pinnacle of enterprise-grade solid-state storage technology, delivering exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency for demanding data center environments. As part of the PM7-V series, this 3.2TB SAS SSD combines Kioxia's industry-leading BiCS FLASH™ 3D flash memory with a robust 24Gbps SAS interface to meet the rigorous requirements of modern enterprise workloads.

Performance for Workloads

With its 24Gbps SAS interface, the KPM7VVUG3T20 delivers double the bandwidth of previous-generation 12Gbps SAS drives, significantly reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness. This enhanced throughput is essential for I/O-intensive applications such as real-time analytics, high-frequency trading, and large-scale database operations.

Advanced Queue Management

The drive supports deep command queues, allowing it to efficiently manage multiple simultaneous I/O requests without performance degradation. This capability is particularly valuable in virtualized environments where multiple virtual machines compete for storage resources.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability and Endurance

Designed for 24/7 operation, the KPM7VVUG3T20 offers exceptional endurance with high drive writes per day (DWPD) ratings, ensuring reliable performance throughout its service life in write-intensive enterprise environments.

2.5-inch Form Factor

The industry-standard 2.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with existing server and storage infrastructure, enabling seamless integration and straightforward upgrades without requiring chassis modifications.

Thermal Management

Enterprise environments demand effective thermal management, and the PM7-V series incorporates advanced thermal throttling mechanisms that maintain optimal operating temperatures without compromising performance during extended high-workload periods.

Environmental Specifications

Rated for extended operation in data center environments with specified temperature, humidity, and vibration tolerances that exceed typical consumer-grade SSDs, ensuring reliable performance in challenging conditions.

SAS Interface Advantages

The SAS interface provides dual-port functionality, enabling redundant pathing to storage arrays for high-availability configurations. This feature is essential for mission-critical applications where storage accessibility cannot be compromised.

Compatibility 

Maintaining backward compatibility with 12Gbps and 6Gbps SAS infrastructures while delivering 24Gbps performance, the PM7-V series protects existing investments while providing a clear performance upgrade path.

SAS Topology Benefits

The SAS architecture supports expansive daisy-chaining capabilities, allowing administrators to connect numerous drives with minimal hardware complexity while maintaining full bandwidth to each device.

3D BiCS FLASH Technology

Kioxia's pioneering 3D flash memory technology stacks memory cells vertically, delivering higher densities, improved performance, and enhanced reliability compared to planar NAND architectures. The KPM7VVUG3T20 leverages the latest generation of this technology to maximize capacity and endurance.

Encryption Capabilities

The drive supports industry-standard encryption protocols, including TCG Enterprise and IEEE 1667, providing comprehensive data-at-rest security without impacting performance. Sanitize commands enable secure data eradication when drives are retired or repurposed.

Firmware

Cryptographically signed firmware updates prevent unauthorized code modification, ensuring that only validated firmware from Kioxia can be installed on the drive, protecting against malware and unauthorized feature changes.

Big Data Analytics

Data analytics platforms require rapid access to massive datasets, and the KPM7VVUG3T20 high throughput capabilities of the PM7-V series significantly reduce query times and improve overall analytical workflow efficiency.

NVMe

Despite being a SAS drive, the PM7-V series supports NVMe Management Interface commands for out-of-band management, allowing administrators to monitor and configure drives remotely without consuming host resources.

Budgeting Features

Administrators can configure power caps to ensure that storage subsystems operate within specific power envelopes, an essential capability for densely populated racks and power-constrained environments.

Industry Standard Compliance

The drive complies with SCSI Block Commands, SCSI Stream Commands, and other relevant standards, ensuring broad compatibility with enterprise servers, storage arrays, and operating systems.

Capacity

The KPM7VVUG3T20 offers a usable capacity of 3.2TB with additional over-provisioning to maintain performance consistency and extend flash endurance. The drive is available in both write-intensive and mixed-use configurations to match specific workload requirements.

Global Service Network

With support facilities worldwide, Kioxia ensures rapid response times and localized service for global enterprises, with technical resources available to assist with integration, optimization, and troubleshooting.