IBM 1.92TB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD with Tray for Storwize V5000e

The IBM 2072-AL80 is a 1.92TB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-inch solid state drive with tray, IBM-qualified specifically for the IBM Storwize V5000e storage system — delivering high-capacity SAS SSD flash storage for the V5000e's all-flash and hybrid configurations with full IBM platform validation and Easy Tier compatibility.

Key Features

• 1.92TB SAS 12Gb/s SSD with tray — platform-specific qualification for Storwize V5000e
• Machine type 2072 designation confirms V5000e platform compatibility
• Dual-port SAS 12Gb/s for redundant multipath I/O in V5000e storage backplanes
• Hot-swap installation via included IBM storage tray
• IBM Easy Tier compatible for automated SSD/HDD tiering in V5000e hybrid configurations

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 2072-AL80
• Manufacturer: IBM
• Capacity: 1.92TB
• Interface: SAS 12Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch with Tray
• Compatible System: IBM Storwize V5000e (Machine Type 2072)
• Drive Type: SSD

Storage Specifications

• Interface Ports: Dual-port SAS 12Gb/s
• NAND Type: TLC
• Hot-Swap: Yes (with tray)
• Sequential Read: Up to 1,100 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 900 MB/s
• Easy Tier Support: Yes

Performance Specifications

• Random Read (4K): Up to 200,000 IOPS
• Random Write (4K): Up to 40,000 IOPS
• MTBF: 2,000,000 hours
• Power Loss Protection: Yes
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C

Use Cases

• All-flash or hybrid SSD tier expansion in IBM Storwize V5000e storage systems
• IBM Easy Tier automated tiering between SSD and HDD in V5000e hybrid environments
• Replacement of failed 1.92TB SSD modules in IBM Storwize V5000e arrays
• Performance tier expansion for virtualization and database workloads on Storwize V5000e

Compatibility

• IBM Storwize V5000e (Machine Type 2072) only
• Note: Platform-specific — differs from FlashSystem 5015/5035 qualified variants (02PX541, 02YC036, 02PX748)
• Managed via IBM Spectrum Virtualize and IBM Storage Insights
• Verify V5000e qualified drive list before ordering to ensure firmware compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the 2072 machine type in the part number?

IBM uses machine type numbers to identify specific storage product families. Machine type 2072 identifies the IBM Storwize V5000e. The 2072-AL80 part number format confirms this drive is explicitly qualified and designated for V5000e deployments.

Is the 2072-AL80 interchangeable with 02PX541 or 02YC036 in a V5000e?

While all are 1.92TB SAS 12Gb/s SSDs, IBM qualifies each part number for specific platforms. The 2072-AL80 carries V5000e-specific qualification, while 02PX541/02YC036/02PX748 are qualified for FlashSystem 5015/5035 and Storwize V5000E. Always use IBM's QDL for your specific system.

Does the tray need to be purchased separately?

No — the 2072-AL80 includes the IBM storage tray, enabling direct hot-swap installation into Storwize V5000e drive bays without additional hardware.

The IBM 2072-AL80 provides a precisely platform-matched 1.92TB SAS SSD solution for IBM Storwize V5000e environments — ensuring IBM qualification compliance, Easy Tier integration, and hot-swap flexibility for organizations expanding or maintaining flash capacity in their V5000e storage infrastructure.