SOLIDIGM D5-P5336 30.72 TB NVMe U.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 2.5" Internal SSD

The SOLIDIGM D5-P5336 30.72 TB Solid State Drive redefines storage capacity and performance for professionals and enthusiasts who demand unmatched throughput and density. Built to power data-intensive workflows, this 2.5" internal drive uses a U.2 interface over PCIe Gen4 x4, delivering rapid access to vast datasets, high-resolution media libraries, and demanding analytic workloads. With its enormous capacity, the D5-P5336 is ideal for content creators, database administrators, virtualization architects, and industry-grade storage environments where reliability and sustained performance matter as much as raw speed.

• Massive 30.72 TB capacity to accommodate vast datasets, multi-terabyte media projects, backups, and expansive archives without sacrificing performance or needing frequent tiering.
• 2.5" internal drive with U.2 (SFF-8639) interface, leveraging PCIe Gen4 x4 for high-bandwidth, low-latency data transfers that keep heavy workloads responsive and throughput-bound workflows unblocked.
• Advanced NVMe 4.0 architecture designed to maintain consistent performance under heavy I/O, delivering fast sequential access and strong random I/O characteristics for workloads such as large databases, virtualization hosts, and AI data pipelines.
• Enterprise-grade reliability with thoughtful firmware optimization, data integrity features, and endurance designed to meet professional workloads, providing long-term operation in demanding data-center and workstation environments.
• Easy deployment and scalability in servers, storage arrays, and high-density workstations using standard U.2 backplanes, hot-swap compatibility where supported, and straightforward integration into existing storage ecosystems.

Technical Details of SOLIDIGM D5-P5336 30.72 TB Solid State Drive

• Capacity: 30.72 TB
• Form Factor: 2.5" internal
• Interface: U.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
• NVMe Standard: NVMe compliant (PCIe 4.0 x4 interface for premium throughput)
• Performance Characteristics: High-throughput data paths and optimized I/O handling to accelerate large, sequential workloads and mixed read/write operations
• Endurance and Data Integrity: Engineered for sustained workloads with robust wear management and firmware-level optimizations that protect data integrity under continuous use
• Warranty and Support: Manufacturer-backed limited warranty with access to support resources for deployment, firmware updates, and troubleshooting

how to install SOLIDIGM D5-P5336

• Prepare your system: power down completely, unplug from power, and ground yourself to prevent electrostatic discharge. Ensure you have a compatible U.2 backplane or drive cage in place.
• Access the drive bay: open the server or workstation chassis and locate an available 2.5" U.2 bay or backplane slot designed to accept U.2 drives.
• Install the drive: insert the SOLIDIGM D5-P5336 into the bay and secure it with the appropriate screws to prevent movement while the system operates.
• Connect the interface: attach the U.2 data/power backplane cable or the appropriate connector to the drive and the backplane. Confirm that the connection is firm and correctly aligned to avoid misreads or intermittent connectivity.
• Power up and configure: boot the system, enter the storage controller utility or BIOS to verify the drive is detected, then initialize, partition, and format the drive within your operating system or storage management software as needed.

Frequently asked questions

• What workloads is the SOLIDIGM D5-P5336 best suited for? It is designed for data centers, enterprise storage, virtualization hosts, large databases, media production pipelines, and analytics workloads that require high capacity and steady NVMe performance.
• Can this drive be used in a consumer desktop PC? While technically possible in some configurations with the right backplane or adapter, the D5-P5336 is optimized for data-center-grade environments and servers with U.2 backplanes. Desktop usage may not leverage its full features or warranty terms.
• What kind of performance can I expect? You can expect high-throughput capabilities and low-latency access typical of PCIe Gen4 NVMe drives, enabling fast data access for large file transfers, live editing, and multi-user workloads. Exact throughput will depend on the system’s backplane, controller, and thermal conditions.
• What about data protection and reliability? The drive is engineered with reliability in mind, featuring firmware optimizations and data integrity practices to support consistent operation under demanding workloads and long service life.
• What is the warranty and support coverage? The drive includes a manufacturer-backed limited warranty. For precise terms, duration, and support options, refer to the vendor’s warranty documentation or contact Solidigm support.