IBM ADSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 4 (FCM4)

IBM Feature Code ADSF | 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 4 for IBM FlashSystem

The IBM ADSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 4 (FCM4) is a fourth-generation enterprise NVMe storage module designed for supported IBM FlashSystem storage systems. FlashCore Module 4 integrates hardware-accelerated compression, self-encrypting drive technology, and IBM Computational Storage capabilities directly within the storage module. Unlike conventional enterprise NVMe SSDs, IBM FlashCore Modules combine proprietary hardware, firmware, and tight integration with IBM Storage Virtualize to deliver predictable low latency, high IOPS, storage efficiency, and advanced cyber-resiliency features. The ADSF feature code identifies the 9.6TB FlashCore Module 4. IBM part numbers associated with this capacity include 03NK831, 03LG001, 03LG002, and 03JN354. IBM ADSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module FCM4 can be used in an FlashCore Module FCM3 RAID array, however performance and functionality will be equivalent to FCM3 FlashCore Module capabilities.

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IBM ADSF 9.6TB FCM4 Key Features

• IBM Feature Code: ADSF
• FlashCore Generation: FCM4
• Capacity: 9.6TB
• IBM Part Numbers: 03NK831, 03LG001, 03LG002, 03JN354
• Enterprise NVMe architecture
• Hardware-based inline compression
• Self-encrypting drive technology
• Hardware encryption
• IBM Computational Storage capabilities
• Support for hardware-assisted ransomware detection
• Enterprise-class endurance and reliability
• Designed for IBM Storage Virtualize environments

Technical Specifications

Supported IBM FlashSystem Models

The IBM ADSF 9.6TB FlashCore Module 4 is designed for FlashSystem platforms that support fourth-generation FlashCore technology. Compatibility depends on the specific FlashSystem model, installed hardware, and IBM Storage Virtualize software level.

Important: Always verify the installed IBM Storage Virtualize software level and the exact FlashSystem machine type before ordering or installing replacement or expansion FlashCore Modules.

FCM3 and FCM4 Compatibility

IBM FlashCore Module 3 and FlashCore Module 4 can coexist within supported IBM FlashSystem environments. This allows administrators to expand capacity or transition to FCM4 without necessarily replacing all existing FCM3 modules at the same time.

When FCM3 and FCM4 modules are present in the same supported FlashSystem:

• Both FlashCore generations can be recognized by the system.
• Existing FCM3 arrays can continue operating normally.
• New FCM4 capacity can be introduced separately.
• A phased migration from FCM3 to FCM4 is possible where supported by the specific FlashSystem model and software level.

Mixed FCM3 and FCM4 RAID Considerations

Although FCM3 and FCM4 modules may coexist within the same supported system, administrators should use all-FCM4 arrays when they intend to use FCM4-specific Computational Storage and ransomware-detection capabilities.

Mixing FlashCore generations within an array may limit the ability to use features that depend specifically on FCM4 hardware. For this reason, new capacity added for FCM4 functionality should generally be configured as dedicated FCM4 arrays in accordance with IBM-supported configuration requirements.

Hardware-Accelerated Compression

IBM FlashCore Modules perform inline data compression within the flash module itself. By offloading compression work from the storage controllers, FlashCore technology can increase effective capacity while minimizing additional controller CPU utilization.

Benefits of hardware-based compression include:

• Improved storage efficiency
• Reduced physical capacity requirements
• Minimal impact on controller processing
• Consistent application response times
• Higher effective usable capacity for compressible workloads

Computational Storage

FlashCore Module 4 includes IBM Computational Storage capabilities that allow certain data analysis functions to occur directly within the storage module rather than relying entirely on the FlashSystem controllers.

This capability supports advanced cyber-resiliency functions, including hardware-assisted ransomware detection and anomaly analysis.

Potential benefits include:

• Real-time analysis of storage activity
• Earlier detection of abnormal data patterns
• Reduced processing overhead on storage controllers
• Improved cyber-resiliency capabilities

Encryption and Data Security

The ADSF 9.6TB FCM4 includes enterprise storage security capabilities designed to protect data at rest.

• Self-encrypting drive technology
• Hardware-based encryption
• Integration with IBM storage security and key-management capabilities
• Support for enterprise data-protection requirements

Typical Workloads

The IBM ADSF 9.6TB FlashCore Module 4 can be used in supported FlashSystem environments hosting a broad range of enterprise workloads, including:

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

FlashCore Module 4 Capacity Reference

Installation and Compatibility Considerations

Before installing an ADSF 9.6TB FlashCore Module 4, verify the following:

• The IBM FlashSystem model supports FlashCore Module 4.
• The installed IBM Storage Virtualize release supports the intended configuration.
• The FlashCore Module is supported in the target control enclosure.
• The intended RAID configuration supports the installed FlashCore generations.
• FCM4-specific features are configured using all-FCM4 arrays where required.
• The correct IBM feature code and part number are being ordered for the target machine type.
• Current IBM-supported firmware levels are installed.

IBM ADSF 9.6TB FCM4 Summary

The IBM ADSF 9.6TB NVMe FlashCore Module 4 provides enterprise NVMe capacity for supported IBM FlashSystem environments and combines hardware-based compression, encryption, Computational Storage technology, and advanced cyber-resiliency capabilities within the storage module.

For existing FlashSystem environments using FCM3, FCM4 can provide a practical expansion and migration path where the hardware and IBM Storage Virtualize level support both generations. Administrators should carefully plan RAID configuration when mixing FCM3 and FCM4 so that FCM4-specific Computational Storage and ransomware-detection capabilities remain available where required.

One small correction from the earlier draft: I intentionally removed the overly specific PCIe/form-factor language here unless it is verified for this exact ADSF variant. That keeps the Joomla page technically safer and easier to maintain.

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 03JK077 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