KCMYDRUG30T7 Kioxia 30.72TB CM7-R NVMe PCI-E Gen5 U3 SED 1Dwpd Enterprise Solid State Drive

Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB NVMe Gen5 Solid State Drive 

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB CM7-R Series enterprise solid state drive is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers, cloud infrastructures, and high-performance computing environments. Built on advanced PCIe® Gen5 architecture and NVMe™ 2.0 protocol, this enterprise SSD delivers outstanding throughput, consistent latency, and reliable endurance for mission-critical workloads. Its rack-mountable design and 2.5-inch, 15mm form factor allow seamless integration into existing enterprise server and storage platforms.

Manufacturer and Identification Details

• Brand: Kioxia
• Series: CM7-R Enterprise NVMe SSD
• Model Number: KCMYDRUG30T7
• Total Capacity: 30.72TB
• Endurance Rating: 1 Drive Write Per Day (1DWPD)
• Security: Self-Encrypting Drive (SED)

Mechanical Specifications

• Drive Size: 2.5-inch enterprise SSD
• Thickness Profile: 15mm
• Installation Type: Rack-mount compatible

Interface Specifications

• Host Interface: PCI Express® 5.0
• Protocol Support: NVMe™ 2.0
• Maximum Interface Speed: 128 GT/s
• Lane Configuration: Single x4 or Dual x2

NAND Flash Characteristics

• Flash Type: BiCS FLASH™ TLC
• Optimized for read-intensive and mixed enterprise workloads
• Enhanced data integrity and endurance

Sequential Performance (Up To)

• 128 KiB Sequential Read Speed: Up to 10,000 MB/s
• 128 KiB Sequential Write Speed: Up to 4,900 MB/s

Random Performance (Up To)

• 4 KiB Random Read: Up to 1,600K IOPS
• 4 KiB Random Write: Up to 150K IOPS

Power Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 12V ±10% and 3.3V ±15%
• Typical Active Power Consumption: 25W
• Typical Idle Power Consumption: 5.5W

Durability Specifications

• Mean Time To Failure (MTTF): 2,500,000 hours
• Endurance Rating: 1 DWPD
• Enterprise-grade data integrity and error management

Environmental Tolerances

• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 72°C
• Non-Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C
• Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% RH
• Operating Vibration: 21.27 m/s² (2.17 Grms), 5 to 800 Hz
• Operating Shock Resistance: 9.8 km/s² (1,000 G) for 0.5 ms

Security Highlights

• Integrated Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) functionality
• Improved data confidentiality and compliance readiness
• Designed for secure enterprise storage infrastructures

Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB PCIe Solid State Drive

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB CM7-R NVMe PCI-E Gen5 U3 SED 1DWPD Enterprise Solid State Drive belongs to a high-capacity, performance-optimized enterprise storage category engineered for modern data center infrastructures that demand extreme throughput, consistent latency, and uncompromising reliability. This category represents a new generation of enterprise-class NVMe storage solutions built on PCI Express Gen5 architecture, enabling organizations to scale storage performance in line with next-generation processors, accelerators, and high-speed networking fabrics. Designed for mission-critical workloads, these drives address the growing requirements of hyperscale data centers, cloud service providers, financial institutions, research environments, and enterprise IT operations where data density and performance efficiency are paramount.

High-Density Storage for Data-Intensive Environments

Enterprise NVMe Gen5 SSDs in the 30.72TB capacity tier are designed to maximize storage density while maintaining enterprise-grade endurance and performance consistency. This category enables data centers to reduce physical footprint, power consumption per terabyte, and overall total cost of ownership by consolidating large datasets into fewer drive bays. High-capacity NVMe drives are especially valuable in environments where rack space is limited and where operational efficiency is directly tied to storage density. By leveraging advanced NAND flash technologies and sophisticated controller architectures, these SSDs deliver sustained performance even under continuous heavy workloads.

Optimized for Read-Intensive Enterprise Workloads

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB classification indicates a read-intensive endurance profile that aligns with workloads characterized by frequent data access and comparatively lower write activity. Applications such as content delivery networks, data analytics platforms, media streaming repositories, artificial intelligence inference systems, and large-scale virtualization environments benefit significantly from this design focus. Read-intensive NVMe SSDs are engineered to deliver high throughput and low latency over extended operational lifecycles, ensuring predictable performance in environments where data availability and responsiveness are critical.

PCI Express Gen5 Architecture Advantages

PCI Express Gen5 represents a substantial leap forward in interconnect bandwidth, effectively doubling the throughput available in PCIe Gen4 implementations. Enterprise SSDs built on this interface category are capable of leveraging this increased bandwidth to deliver faster sequential and random data access, reducing bottlenecks that can limit application performance. The PCIe Gen5 x4 interface enables these drives to integrate seamlessly with next-generation server platforms, providing a future-ready storage foundation for evolving workloads.

Enhanced Throughput and Lower Latency

The PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface allows enterprise SSDs to achieve significantly higher data transfer rates compared to previous generations. This improvement translates directly into faster data ingestion, quicker query execution, and reduced response times across a wide range of applications. Lower latency characteristics are particularly beneficial for real-time analytics, transactional databases, and latency-sensitive virtualized workloads, where microsecond-level improvements can have measurable impacts on user experience and operational efficiency.

Scalability for Modern Data Centers

Scalability is a defining characteristic of the PCIe Gen5 enterprise SSD category. As data volumes continue to grow exponentially, storage infrastructures must be able to scale without compromising performance. PCIe Gen5 NVMe drives support higher queue depths and parallelism, enabling servers to handle increased I/O demands efficiently. This scalability ensures that storage performance can keep pace with multi-core CPUs, GPUs, and high-speed networking technologies deployed in modern data centers.

NVMe Protocol Efficiency and Enterprise Optimization

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB Non-Volatile Memory Express protocol is specifically designed to exploit the parallelism of modern flash memory, making it the protocol of choice for enterprise SSD categories focused on performance and efficiency. NVMe minimizes command overhead and reduces latency by streamlining communication between the host system and the storage device. In enterprise environments, this protocol efficiency translates into higher IOPS, improved workload consolidation, and more predictable performance under mixed and sustained workloads.

Advanced Queue Management

Enterprise NVMe SSDs support multiple submission and completion queues, allowing thousands of commands to be processed concurrently. This capability is essential for high-performance computing environments and virtualized infrastructures where multiple applications and virtual machines generate simultaneous I/O requests. Advanced queue management ensures that storage resources are utilized efficiently, reducing contention and improving overall system responsiveness.

Consistency Under Sustained Load

Consistency is a critical requirement in enterprise storage categories. NVMe SSDs designed for enterprise use incorporate sophisticated firmware algorithms and over-provisioning strategies to maintain stable performance levels even during prolonged periods of heavy utilization. This consistency is vital for service-level agreements and for applications that rely on predictable response times to function effectively.

Enterprise Security with Self-Encrypting Drive Technology

Security is a fundamental consideration in enterprise storage deployments, and the inclusion of Self-Encrypting Drive functionality positions this SSD category as a secure foundation for sensitive data. Hardware-based encryption ensures that data is protected at rest without introducing performance overhead associated with software encryption solutions. Enterprise SED implementations typically comply with industry standards, enabling seamless integration into existing security frameworks and compliance initiatives.

Data Protection and Regulatory Compliance

Self-encrypting enterprise SSDs support compliance with data protection regulations by ensuring that stored data remains inaccessible without proper authorization. This capability is particularly important for industries such as finance, healthcare, and government, where data privacy and security are strictly regulated. Hardware encryption provides an additional layer of defense against unauthorized access, data breaches, and physical drive theft.

Secure Key Management

Enterprise SEDs incorporate robust key management mechanisms that securely generate, store, and manage encryption keys within the drive itself. This approach minimizes the risk of key exposure and simplifies secure data sanitization processes. When a drive reaches the end of its service life or is repurposed, cryptographic erase functions can render stored data permanently inaccessible in a matter of seconds.

U.3 Form Factor and System Compatibility

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB U.3 form factor represents a versatile and forward-compatible design that supports multiple interface protocols within a single connector standard. Enterprise SSDs in this category are designed to integrate seamlessly into U.3 backplanes, enabling flexible deployment options across a wide range of server and storage platforms. This versatility simplifies infrastructure upgrades and reduces compatibility concerns when transitioning between storage technologies.

Optimized for Hot-Swap Enterprise Environments

U.3 enterprise SSDs are engineered for hot-swap capability, allowing drives to be installed or replaced without shutting down systems. This feature is essential for maintaining high availability in mission-critical environments where downtime can result in significant operational and financial impact. Robust mechanical design and enterprise-grade connectors ensure reliable operation in dense server configurations.

Thermal and Power Efficiency Considerations

High-capacity NVMe Gen5 enterprise SSDs are designed with advanced thermal management features to ensure stable operation under sustained workloads. Efficient power utilization and thermal dissipation are critical in dense data center environments, where excessive heat can impact system reliability and operational costs. Enterprise-class designs balance performance with energy efficiency to support scalable and sustainable infrastructure deployments.

Endurance Profile and 1 DWPD Classification

The 1 Drive Write Per Day endurance classification defines this SSD category as suitable for read-intensive enterprise workloads with moderate write requirements. Endurance ratings are a critical factor in enterprise storage selection, as they directly influence drive longevity and reliability. A 1 DWPD rating ensures that the drive can handle daily write workloads equivalent to its full capacity over the duration of its warranty period.

Reliability for Long-Term Deployment

Enterprise SSDs with a 1 DWPD endurance profile are built using high-quality NAND flash and advanced wear-leveling algorithms to ensure consistent performance throughout their operational lifespan. These drives are rigorously tested to meet enterprise reliability standards, making them suitable for continuous operation in demanding environments. Reliability features such as error correction, data path protection, and power loss protection contribute to data integrity and system stability.

High-Capacity 30.72TB Storage Use Cases

The Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB capacity tier addresses the needs of organizations managing massive datasets and large-scale applications. This category is particularly well-suited for data lakes, archival repositories with frequent access requirements, and large virtual machine storage pools. High-capacity enterprise SSDs enable rapid access to vast amounts of data while minimizing physical infrastructure requirements.

Cloud and Hyperscale Deployments

Cloud service providers and hyperscale operators benefit from high-capacity NVMe enterprise SSDs by achieving greater storage density and performance per rack unit. These drives support multi-tenant environments where performance isolation and consistency are critical. High throughput and low latency characteristics enhance service quality and enable efficient resource utilization across diverse workloads.

Enterprise Virtualization and Container Platforms

Virtualized environments and containerized applications place unique demands on storage infrastructure, including high IOPS, low latency, and scalability. Enterprise NVMe Gen5 SSDs in this category provide the performance headroom required to support dense virtualization clusters and dynamic container orchestration platforms. High capacity allows for consolidation of storage resources while maintaining performance isolation between workloads.

Advanced Controller and Firmware Technologies

Enterprise SSD categories such as the Kioxia KCMYDRUG30T7 30.72TB leverage advanced controller architectures and firmware optimizations to deliver superior performance and reliability. Controllers are designed to manage high levels of parallelism, optimize data placement, and ensure efficient garbage collection. Firmware plays a critical role in maintaining consistent performance, managing endurance, and providing advanced monitoring and diagnostic capabilities.

Intelligent Data Management

Advanced firmware algorithms enable intelligent data management strategies that optimize performance and endurance based on workload characteristics. Features such as dynamic wear leveling, adaptive over-provisioning, and background maintenance operations ensure that the drive operates efficiently throughout its lifecycle. These capabilities are essential for maintaining predictable performance in enterprise environments.

Integration into Modern Storage Architectures

The enterprise NVMe Gen5 SSD category is designed to integrate seamlessly into modern storage architectures, including software-defined storage, hyperconverged infrastructure, and disaggregated storage models. These architectures rely on high-performance, low-latency storage to deliver scalability and flexibility. Enterprise SSDs provide the foundational performance layer required to support these advanced deployment models.

Software-Defined Storage Compatibility

Software-defined storage platforms benefit from the performance and consistency of enterprise NVMe SSDs by enabling efficient data placement, replication, and tiering. High-capacity NVMe drives reduce the complexity of storage pools and improve overall system efficiency. Compatibility with industry-standard interfaces and protocols ensures broad support across diverse software ecosystems.