IBM ADSB 9.6 TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3

Brand: IBM FlashSystem
Model Number: IBM-ADSB-FCM3
Tags: ADSB , 03JK077 , 03JK163 , 03JL077 , 03JK693 , 03GH933 , 03LG627 , AGSB , AHSA
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IBM ADSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3)

IBM Feature Code ADSB | 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 for IBM FlashSystem 7300

The IBM ADSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3) is a third-generation IBM FlashCore storage module designed for the IBM FlashSystem 7300 and related IBM FlashSystem platforms that support FCM3 technology. FlashCore Module 3 combines enterprise NVMe flash storage with hardware-based inline compression, self-encryption, advanced flash management, data-integrity protection, and tight integration with IBM Storage Virtualize. Unlike conventional enterprise NVMe SSDs, IBM FlashCore Modules incorporate IBM-developed hardware and firmware optimized specifically for FlashSystem environments. This architecture enables high throughput, predictable low latency, hardware-assisted data reduction, and enterprise-class reliability while minimizing processing overhead on the FlashSystem controllers. The ADSB feature code identifies the 9.6TB FCM3 used with the IBM FlashSystem 7300. IBM part numbers associated with this 9.6TB FCM3 family include 03JK077, 03JK163, 03JL077, 03JK693, 03GH933, and 03LG627.

See the FCM Features tab to view other FlashCore Modules supported by each IBM FlashSystem model, as well as their corresponding part numbers and feature codes. Use the email price feature from on this product page for IBM ADSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3 pricing, to request an IBM FlashSystem upgrade quote, or if you have general IBM FlashCore module compatibility questions for your specific FlashSystem model. All IBM FlashCore Modules, FlashSystem systems and parts include warranty, support and are eligibile for IBM maintenance..

IBM ADSB 9.6TB FCM3 Key Features

  • IBM Feature Code: ADSB
  • FlashCore Generation: FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3)
  • Capacity: 9.6TB
  • IBM Part Numbers: 03JK077, 03JK163, 03JL077, 03JK693, 03GH933, 03LG627
  • Enterprise NVMe storage architecture
  • Hardware-based inline data compression
  • Self-encrypting FlashCore technology
  • Hardware-based data-at-rest protection
  • T10-DIF data-integrity protection
  • IBM advanced flash management
  • Enterprise-class endurance and reliability
  • Designed for IBM Storage Virtualize environments
  • Compatible with FCM4 replacement and expansion scenarios on supported systems

Technical Specifications

IBM Feature Code ADSB
FlashCore Generation FlashCore Module 3 (FCM3)
Capacity 9.6TB
IBM Part Numbers 03JK077, 03JK163, 03JL077, 03JK693, 03GH933, 03LG627
Storage Interface NVMe
Compression Hardware-based inline compression
Encryption Self-encrypting FlashCore technology
Data Integrity T10-DIF support
Computational Storage No — introduced with FCM4
FCM4 Compatibility FCM4 may be used as a replacement, array extension, MES upgrade, or additional storage on supported FCM3 systems

IBM FlashSystem Compatibility

The ADSB feature code is associated with the 9.6TB FlashCore Module 3 for the IBM FlashSystem 7300. The same 9.6TB FCM3 technology is also used in other FCM3-supporting FlashSystem platforms under different machine-specific feature codes.

IBM FlashSystem ModelFCM3 Support9.6TB FCM3 Feature Code
IBM FlashSystem 5200 Supported AGSB
IBM FlashSystem 7300 Supported ADSB
IBM FlashSystem 9500 Supported AHSA
Technical Note: IBM FlashCore feature codes are machine-specific. ADSB identifies the 9.6TB FCM3 when ordered for a FlashSystem 7300. A corresponding 9.6TB FCM3 installed in another FlashSystem family may use a different feature code even when the underlying FlashCore generation and capacity are equivalent.

FCM3 and FCM4 Compatibility

IBM FlashCore Module 4 was designed as a compatible replacement and expansion path for FlashCore Module 3. On supported FlashSystem 5200, 7300, and 9500 systems, FCM4 modules can be used to replace FCM3 modules, extend an existing FCM3 RAID array, provide additional storage, or be introduced as part of an MES upgrade.

This compatibility allows an existing FCM3 environment to continue operating while FCM4 capacity is introduced without requiring all FCM3 modules in the system to be replaced at the same time.

Can FCM3 and FCM4 Be Mixed in the Same FlashSystem?

Yes. FCM3 and FCM4 can coexist within supported IBM FlashSystem 5200, 7300, and 9500 systems.

Supported use cases include:

  • Maintaining existing FCM3 arrays while adding new FCM4 storage.
  • Replacing an FCM3 module with an FCM4 service replacement where supported.
  • Using FCM4 modules to extend an existing FCM3 RAID array.
  • Creating dedicated all-FCM4 arrays alongside existing FCM3 arrays.

Can FCM3 and FCM4 Be Mixed in the Same RAID Array?

Yes. FCM4 can be used within an existing FCM3 RAID array, including as a replacement for an FCM3 module or as an extension of an existing supported array.

There is an important functional distinction when the generations are mixed:

Important: An FCM4 installed in the same RAID array as FCM3 modules operates with FCM3-level functionality. FCM4-specific Computational Storage features are therefore not available to the mixed FCM3/FCM4 array.

To take advantage of FCM4-specific Computational Storage capabilities, administrators should create an array composed entirely of FCM4 modules and meet the applicable IBM Storage Virtualize requirements.

FCM3 / FCM4 Compatibility Summary

ConfigurationSupportedOperational Consideration
FCM3 and FCM4 in the same FlashSystem Yes Supported on applicable FlashSystem 5200, 7300, and 9500 systems
FCM4 used as an FCM3 replacement Yes FCM4 behaves as FCM3 when used within an FCM3 array
FCM4 used to extend an FCM3 RAID array Yes FCM4-specific features are unavailable to the mixed array
Dedicated FCM3 and FCM4 arrays in the same system Yes Allows an all-FCM4 array to retain FCM4-specific functionality
FCM4 Computational Storage in a mixed FCM3/FCM4 array No An all-FCM4 array is required for FCM4-specific Computational Storage functionality

FCM2 and FCM3 Compatibility

FCM2 and FCM3 do not share the same array-level compatibility available between FCM3 and FCM4.

FCM2 and FCM3 cannot coexist within the same RAID array. Changes between the generations include PCIe technology, NAND technology, compression implementation, and capacity characteristics.

Compatibility Rule: FCM1 and FCM2 form one compatible pair for applicable array-level replacement scenarios, while FCM3 and FCM4 form the next compatible pair. FCM2 and FCM3 cannot be intermixed within the same RAID array.

Hardware-Based Inline Compression

IBM FlashCore Module 3 performs inline data compression directly within the FlashCore hardware. Compressing data within the storage module increases effective capacity for compressible workloads while reducing the compression workload placed on the FlashSystem controller processors.

Benefits include:

  • Increased effective storage capacity
  • Reduced physical flash consumption
  • Minimal FlashSystem controller overhead for FlashCore compression
  • Consistent application response times
  • Improved storage density for compressible workloads

Encryption and Data Protection

The IBM ADSB FlashCore Module provides hardware-based data-protection capabilities integrated directly into the FlashCore architecture.

  • Self-encrypting storage technology
  • Hardware-based data-at-rest protection
  • T10-DIF data-integrity protection
  • Integration with IBM FlashSystem encryption and security capabilities

FCM3 vs. FCM4

FCM3 and FCM4 share common capacity points and core FlashCore capabilities, but FCM4 introduced additional Computational Storage functionality.

CapabilityFCM3FCM4
NVMe FlashCore Technology Yes Yes
Hardware-Based Compression Yes Yes
Self-Encryption Yes Yes
T10-DIF Data Protection Yes Yes
Computational Storage No Yes
FCM4-Specific Threat Detection Functions No Available with qualifying all-FCM4 configurations and supported software
FCM4 Can Replace FCM3 Not Applicable Yes

FlashCore Module 3 Capacity Reference

FlashSystem 7300 Feature CodeCapacityFlashCore Generation
ADSA 4.8TB FCM3
ADSB 9.6TB FCM3
ADSC 19.2TB FCM3
ADSD 38.4TB FCM3

Equivalent 9.6TB FCM3 Feature Codes

IBM uses different feature codes for the 9.6TB FCM3 depending on the target FlashSystem platform.

IBM FlashSystemFeature CodeCapacityGeneration
IBM FlashSystem 5200 AGSB 9.6TB FCM3
IBM FlashSystem 7300 ADSB 9.6TB FCM3
IBM FlashSystem 9500 AHSA 9.6TB FCM3

Typical Workloads

The IBM ADSB 9.6TB FCM3 can support the broad range of enterprise workloads attached to an IBM FlashSystem 7300, including:

  • IBM i
  • AIX
  • Linux
  • IBM Power Systems workloads
  • VMware environments
  • Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Oracle Database
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • SAP environments
  • Enterprise virtualization
  • Database workloads
  • Business-critical applications

Replacement and Expansion Considerations

Before purchasing or installing an IBM ADSB or equivalent 9.6TB FlashCore Module 3, verify:

  • The exact IBM FlashSystem model and machine type.
  • The correct machine-specific IBM feature code.
  • The FRU or replacement part number of the installed module.
  • The installed FlashCore firmware level.
  • The IBM Storage Virtualize software level.
  • The capacity and generation of modules already present in the target RAID array.
  • Whether the module will be used for replacement, array expansion, MES upgrade, or creation of a new array.
  • Whether FCM4-specific Computational Storage capabilities are required.

Administrators should verify the existing array configuration and IBM-supported hardware matrix before ordering expansion or replacement media, particularly when introducing a different FlashCore generation.

How to Identify an Installed FCM3

IBM FlashCore firmware levels provide a convenient method of identifying the installed FlashCore generation. An FCM firmware level beginning with 3_ identifies a FlashCore Module 3. FlashCore firmware, FRU, capacity, and other drive information can also be reviewed from the IBM FlashSystem management interface.

IBM ADSB 9.6TB FCM3 Summary

The IBM ADSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 3 provides enterprise NVMe flash capacity for the IBM FlashSystem 7300 with hardware-based inline compression, self-encryption, data-integrity protection, and integration with IBM Storage Virtualize.

The ADSB feature identifies the 9.6TB FCM3 for FlashSystem 7300 systems, while equivalent 9.6TB FCM3 capacity is represented by AGSB on FlashSystem 5200 and AHSA on FlashSystem 9500 configurations.

For existing FCM3 environments, FCM4 provides a supported replacement and expansion path. An FCM4 can replace an FCM3, extend an existing FCM3 RAID array, or be introduced as new storage on supported systems. When FCM3 and FCM4 are mixed in the same RAID array, however, the FCM4 operates with FCM3-level functionality. Dedicated all-FCM4 arrays are required when FCM4-specific Computational Storage capabilities are needed.

IBM FlashCore Module Features and Part Numbers by FlashSystem Model

IBM Flash System FS7300 Models 4657-924 and 4657-U7D
4657-ADSA 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK076 03JK162 03GH935 03GH936 03JK687 ADSA AGSA AHS9
4657-ADSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK077 03JK163 03JL077 03JK693 03GH933 03LG627 ADSB AGSB AHSA
4657-ADSC 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK078 03GH931 03GH932 03JK160 03JK164 03JK699 ADSC AGSC AHSB
4657-ADSD 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK079 03JK165 ADSD AGSD AHSC
4657-ADSE 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK832 03JK992 ADSE AGSE AHSE
4657-ADSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK831 03LG001 03LG002 03JN354 ADSF AGSF AHSF
4657-ADSG 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK830 03LG010 ADSG AHSG AGSG
4657-ADSH 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK829 03LG019 ADSH AGSH AHSH

IBM Flash System FS7000 Models 2076-724, 2076-U7B, FS7200 Models 2076-824, 2076-U7C
2076-ADS1 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM582 01YM482 01EK233 03LG613 01YK819 AES1 ADS1 AHS1
2076-ADS2 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM583 01YM943 01YM493 01EK232 01YK818 AES2 ADS2 AHS2
2076-ADS3 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM584 01EK231 01YM501 01YK817 AES3 AHS3 ADS3

IBM Flash System FS7200 Models 4664-824, 4664-U7C, 2076-824 and 2076-U7C
2076-ADS5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
4664-ADS5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
2076-ADS6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
4664-ADS6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
2076-ADS7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
4664-ADS7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
2076-ADS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8
4664-ADS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8

IBM Flash System FS9100 Models 9848-AF7, 9848-AF8, 9846-AF7 and 9846-AF8
9846-AHS1 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM582 01YM482 01EK233 03LG613 01YK819 AES1 ADS1 AHS1
9846-AHS2 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM583 01YM943 01YM493 01EK232 01YK818 AES2 ADS2 AHS2
9846-AHS3 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM584 01EK231 01YM501 01YK817 AES3 AHS3 ADS3
9846-AHS5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
9846-AHS6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
9846-AHS7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
9846-AHS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8

IBM Flash System FS5100 Models 2078-424, 2078-AF4, 2077-U5B, 2077-424, 2077-AF4 and 2077-U5B
2077-AES1 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM582 01YM482 01EK233 03LG613 01YK819 AES1 ADS1 AHS1
2078-AES1 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM582 01YM482 01EK233 03LG613 01YK819 AES1 ADS1 AHS1
2077-AES2 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM583 01YM943 01YM493 01EK232 01YK818 AES2 ADS2 AHS2
2078-AES2 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM583 01YM943 01YM493 01EK232 01YK818 AES2 ADS2 AHS2
2077-AES3 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM584 01EK231 01YM501 01YK817 AES3 AHS3 ADS3
2078-AES3 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM1, PN: 01YM584 01EK231 01YM501 01YK817 AES3 AHS3 ADS3
2077-AES5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
2078-AES5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
2077-AES6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
2078-AES6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
2077-AES7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
2078-AES7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
2077-AES8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8
2078-AES8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8

IBM Flash System FS5200 Models 4662-6H2 and 4662-UH6
4662-AGS5 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC416 02YC423 03GU599 02CL186 03GH469 03GH824 03GU518 03GU531 AES5 ADS5 AGS5 AHS5
4662-AGS6 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 03GU600 02YC417 03GH470 03GH766 AES6 ADS6 AGS6 AHS6
4662-AGS7 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC418 02CL183 02CL182 03GH471 03GH764 AES7 ADS7 AGS7 AHS7
4662-AGS8 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM2, PN: 02YC419 03GH472 AES8 AGS8 ADS8 AHS8
4662-AGSA 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK076 03JK162 03GH935 03GH936 03JK687 ADSA AGSA AHS9
4662-AGSB 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK077 03JK163 03JL077 03JK693 03GH933 03JK077 03LG627 ADSB AGSB AHSA
4662-AGSC 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK078 03GH931 03GH932 03JK160 03JK164 03JK699 ADSC AGSC AHSB
4662-AGSD 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK079 03JK165 ADSD AGSD AHSC
4662-AGSE 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK832 03JK992 ADSE AGSE AHSE
4662-AGSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK831 03LG001 03LG002 03JN354 ADSF AGSF AHSF
4662-AGSG 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK830 03LG010 ADSG AHSG AGSG
4662-AGSH 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK829 03LG019 ADSH AGSH AHSH

IBM Flash System FS9500 Models 4983-AH8, 4666-AH8 and 4666-UH8
4666-AHS9 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK076 03JK162 03GH935 03GH936 03JK687 ADSA AGSA AHS9
4983-AHS9 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK076 03JK162 03GH935 03GH936 03JK687 ADSA AGSA AHS9
4666-AHSA 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK077 03JK163 03JL077 03JK693 03GH933 03JK077 03LG627 ADSB AGSB AHSA
4983-AHSA 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK077 03JK163 03JL077 03JK693 03GH933 03JK077 03LG627 ADSB AGSB AHSA
4666-AHSB 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK078 03GH931 03GH932 03JK160 03JK164 03JK699 ADSC AGSC AHSB
4983-AHSB 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK078 03GH931 03GH932 03JK160 03JK164 03JK699 ADSC AGSC AHSB
4666-AHSC 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK079 03JK165 ADSD AGSD AHSC
4983-AHSC 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM3, PN: 03JK079 03JK165 ADSD AGSD AHSC
4666-AHSE 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK832 03JK992 ADSE AGSE AHSE
4983-AHSE 4.8TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK832 03JK992 ADSE AGSE AHSE
4666-AHSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK831 03LG001 03LG002 03JN354 ADSF AGSF AHSF
4983-AHSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK831 03LG001 03LG002 03JN354 ADSF AGSF AHSF
4666-AHSG 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK830 03LG010 ADSG AHSG AGSG
4983-AHSG 19.2TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK830 03LG010 ADSG AHSG AGSG
4666-AHSH 38.4TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4, PN: 03NK829 03LG019 ADSH AGSH AHSH