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Overview
The Kingston DC3000ME SEDC3000ME/15T3 is a 15.36TB enterprise solid-state drive designed for data centres, servers, and storage infrastructure. It combines PCIe 5.0 NVMe connectivity with 3D eTLC NAND flash memory for high-throughput enterprise storage workloads.
The U.2 drive is designed for applications requiring substantial storage capacity, consistent I/O performance, and protection against unexpected power loss.
Performance and Storage
The DC3000ME delivers sequential read speeds of up to 14,000MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 9,700MB/s under specified operating conditions. Its PCIe Gen5 x4 interface supports high-bandwidth storage access for compatible server platforms.
The 15.36TB capacity supports large datasets, virtualised environments, enterprise databases, and other storage-intensive applications.
Data Protection and Security
Integrated power-loss protection helps protect data during unexpected power interruptions. The drive also supports hardware-based AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 security features. End-to-end data protection and NVMe management capabilities support enterprise storage administration.
Compatibility and Installation
The drive uses a U.2 2.5-inch form factor with a 15mm height and a PCIe 5.0 NVMe x4 interface. It is backward-compatible with supported PCIe 4.0 server platforms. The host system must provide a compatible U.2 connection and support the drive's NVMe interface.
This is an enterprise internal SSD, not a standard SATA drive. Physical fit alone does not guarantee compatibility with a server backplane or storage controller.
Key Features
- 15.36TB capacity: High-capacity storage for enterprise datasets and server workloads.
- PCIe 5.0 NVMe: High-bandwidth storage interface with backward compatibility for supported PCIe 4.0 platforms.
- Enterprise performance: Sequential read speeds up to 14,000MB/s and write speeds up to 9,700MB/s.
- Power-loss protection: Onboard protection designed to reduce the risk of data loss during unexpected power interruptions.
- Hardware security: AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 support.
Applications
- Enterprise servers and data-centre storage.
- High-performance computing and AI infrastructure.
- Database and online transaction processing systems.
- Cloud services and virtualised storage environments.
- Software-defined storage and enterprise RAID configurations.
DC Supplies Product Note
Before ordering, confirm that the target server supports U.2 NVMe drives with a 15mm height and PCIe Gen5 x4 connectivity. PCIe 4.0 compatibility is available on supported platforms, but actual performance depends on the host interface. Also check the server's storage configuration and security requirements before deploying hardware-encrypted storage.
Specifications
| Brand | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Part Number / MPN | SEDC3000ME/15T3 |
| Product Type | Enterprise solid-state drive |
| Series | DC3000ME |
| Storage Capacity | 15.36TB |
| Flash Memory | 3D eTLC NAND |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 NVMe x4 |
| Backward Compatibility | PCIe 4.0 on supported platforms |
| Form Factor | U.2, 2.5-inch |
| Drive Height | 15mm |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 14,000MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 9,700MB/s |
| Random 4K Read Performance | Up to 2,700,000 IOPS |
| Random 4K Write Performance | Up to 400,000 IOPS |
| Endurance Rating | 1 drive write per day (DWPD) |
| Total Bytes Written | 28,032TB |
| Power-Loss Protection | Yes |
| Encryption | AES 256-bit hardware encryption |
| Security Standard | TCG Opal 2.0 |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| MTBF | 2 million hours |
| Warranty | Limited 5-year warranty, subject to manufacturer terms |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 100.50 × 69.80 × 14.80mm |
| Drive Weight | 152.3g |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this SSD compatible with SATA drive bays?
No. This model uses a U.2 PCIe NVMe interface rather than SATA. The server must support compatible U.2 NVMe storage.
Can it operate in a PCIe 4.0 server?
Yes, on supported server platforms. The drive is backward-compatible with PCIe 4.0, although performance depends on the host interface and system configuration.
Does the drive include power-loss protection?
Yes. Onboard power-loss protection is designed to reduce the risk of data loss or corruption when power is interrupted unexpectedly.
Is hardware encryption supported?
Yes. The drive supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 security features.
What is the rated endurance?
The specified endurance is 1 DWPD, with a total rated write endurance of 28,032TB over the applicable endurance period.