Type | Solid state drive - internal |
Device Type | SSD - Internal |
Capacity | 3.8 TB |
Form Factor | 2.5" SFF |
Interface | U.2 PCIe (NVMe) |
OEM Manufacturer Equivalent Part Number | Intel P5500 |
Features | High Performance, Medium Endurance |
Power Loss Protection | Yes |
Endurance Rating (Drive Writes Per Day) | 1 DWPD |
MTBF | 2 million hours |
Weight | 130 g |
Power Consumption (Active) | 14 W |
Power Consumption (Idle) | 5 W |
NAND Type | 3D TLC NAND |
Sequential Read Speed | 7000 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed | 4200 MB/s |
Random Read IOPS (4KB) | 1030000 IOPS |
Random Write IOPS (4KB) | 260000 IOPS |
Cisco 3.8TB U.2 NVMe SSD Intel P5500 High Performance



Key Benefits

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- High-performance NVMe interface enables rapid data access for demanding enterprise applications.
- Certified compatibility with Cisco UCS C-Series M6 servers ensures seamless infrastructure integration.
- Medium endurance and 3-year warranty provide balanced durability and long-term value.
Product Overview
The Cisco 3.8TB U.2 NVMe SSD is engineered for high-density enterprise environments requiring optimized speed and durability. Based on the Intel P5500 platform, this solid state drive offers a 3.8TB capacity in a compact 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF). It utilizes a U.2 PCIe NVMe interface to ensure ultra-fast data transfers, supporting consistent and low-latency performance ideal for I/O-intensive workloads.
This drive features a High Performance, Medium Endurance profile, striking a balance between speed and rewriting longevity suited for mixed workload deployments. It supports a wide range of Cisco UCS C-Series M6 servers and comes with a 3-year manufacturer warranty. TAA-compliant and manufactured in China or Taiwan, it provides a smart, scalable solution for boosting enterprise storage capabilities.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 69.85 mm x 7 mm x 100.45 mm |
Form Factor - Drive | 2.5 inch U.2 |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 70°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -55°C to 95°C |
Operating Humidity | 5% - 95% (non-condensing) |
Shock Resistance (operating) | 1000 G / 0.5 ms |
Vibration (operating) | 2.17 G RMS (5–700 Hz) |
Cooling Method | Passive |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface |
Interfaces
Interface Type | PCI Express 4.0 x4 (NVMe) |
Port Count | 1 |
Support for Hot Plug | Yes |
Connector Type | U.2 (SFF-8639) |
Lane Count | x4 PCIe |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China / Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
CE Certified | Yes |
FCC Certification | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
End-to-End Data Protection | Yes |
AES 256-bit Encryption | Yes |
TCG Opal 2.0 Support | Yes |