Xinchuan Server | Enterprise Server Hardware Supplier
One Drive. 30 Terabytes. No Controllers, No RAID, No SAS Cables.
A 2U server with 24 U.2 NVMe bays populated with 30.72TB drives delivers 737 TB of raw NVMe storage in a single node — no SAS expander, no external JBOD, no RAID controller bottleneck. The Micron 6500 ION is the highest-capacity NVMe SSD in a standard 2.5-inch U.3 form factor, using Micron 232-layer 3D TLC NAND with a 1 DWPD endurance rating. It is the drive for hyperscale storage, AI data lakes, content delivery, and all-flash object storage where capacity density per slot matters more than peak IOPS.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 30.72TB (also: 15.36TB) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch U.3 (15mm, backward-compatible with U.2) |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 |
| NAND Type | Micron 232-layer 3D TLC (industry’s highest layer count) |
| Sequential Read (128K) | Up to 7,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write (128K) | Up to 5,000 MB/s |
| Random Read (4K, QD256) | Up to 1,000K IOPS |
| Random Write (4K, QD256) | Up to 200K IOPS |
| Latency (4K Random Read, QD1) | ~80 microseconds |
| Latency (4K Random Write, QD1) | ~15 microseconds |
| Endurance | 1 DWPD (5 years), 56,000 TBW (30.72TB model) |
| MTBF | 2,000,000 hours |
| Power (Idle / Avg Active / Max) | 5W / 18W / 22W |
| Power Loss Protection | Capacitor-backed, full in-flight data protection |
| Security | TCG Opal 2.0, SED, FIPS 140-2, secure erase (instant) |
| Physical | 100.45 x 69.85 x 15.00 mm |
| Temperature | 0C to 70C |
| Warranty | 5-year limited (manufacturer), 56,000 TBW limit |
One Drive Replaces Eight — The Consolidation Math
| Configuration | Drive Count | Total Raw Capacity | Power (Drives Only) | Drive Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8x 3.84TB NVMe SSDs | 8 drives | 30.72 TB | ~80W (8x 10W) | $2,800 |
| 4x 7.68TB NVMe SSDs | 4 drives | 30.72 TB | ~60W (4x 15W) | $3,000 |
| 1x Micron 6500 ION 30.72TB | 1 drive | 30.72 TB | 18W (1x 18W) | $3,500 |
The single 30.72TB drive costs more per terabyte than smaller drives, but it saves 5 drive bays — enabling 5x more total capacity in the same server. In a 24-bay server, 24x 30.72TB drives deliver 737 TB. 24x 7.68TB drives deliver 184 TB. The per-slot capacity advantage is 4x. The single-drive approach also eliminates 7 potential failure points (controllers, NAND packages, power circuits) for the same capacity.
Compatible Platforms
U.3 form factor, backward-compatible with all U.2 NVMe backplanes. Compatible with Dell R660, R760, R770, R7715, R860, R960, xFusion FusionServer V7, Lenovo ThinkSystem V3/V4. Verify platform supports 30.72TB drive capacity — older RAID controllers with 32-bit LBA may not address >16TB. PERC H965i and H755N support >16TB with current firmware.
Source Through Xincuan
competitive pricing on the 6500 ION. 3-year warranty on new units and a 12-month warranty on refurbished units, global shipping.
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Frequently asked questions
Which server models is this drive compatible with?
Listed specification: PCIe 4.0 NVMe Read-Intensive SSD. It is a standard enterprise drive in the form factor and interface listed above. Send your server model and we confirm compatibility, carrier and firmware level before shipping.
Do you provide the OEM part number cross-reference?
Yes. The OEM part number and our own part number are both listed on the quotation, so your team can check it against the existing BOM.
Can I mix capacities in one shipment?
Yes. Mixed capacity and mixed model orders are consolidated into one shipment, with each line item listed separately on the packing list.
Can you confirm condition and firmware before I order?
Yes. Before the order we send the exact part number, condition and, where relevant, the firmware level, for your written confirmation.
How are warranty and lead time handled?
Warranty and the lead time for this drive are stated on the quotation. For bulk orders we align the warranty start date across the whole batch.
