Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD

Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD

Brand: Kingston | Category: Enterprise SSDs

SKU: SEDC3000ME/15T3 | Part #: SEDC3000ME/15T3 | MPN: SEDC3000ME/15T3

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About the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD

The Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD (part number SEDC3000ME/15T3) is engineered for mixed-use workloads in demanding data center environments. Built on Kingston's DC3000ME product line, this enterprise-class drive combines 3D TLC NAND technology with PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe interface performance in the compact U.2 2.5-inch form factor. With 15.36 TB of raw capacity, the Kingston drive delivers high-density storage solutions without sacrificing reliability. The device features TCG Opal 2.0 self-encrypting drive (SED) capability for hardware-level data protection, ensuring sensitive workloads remain secured at rest without relying solely on software-based encryption layers.

The DC3000ME is purpose-built for enterprise applications including AI inferencing, high-frequency transactional databases, real-time analytics platforms, and virtualization environments where both read and write performance consistency are non-negotiable. Its U.2 form factor ensures broad compatibility with existing server backplanes, simplifying integration into current infrastructure without costly chassis redesigns. Organizations managing hybrid cloud architectures or high-throughput storage tiers will find the DC3000ME an operationally sound investment that scales with growing data demands while maintaining endurance across sustained mixed-use cycles.

Omnixon Global supplies the Kingston DC3000ME to enterprise procurement teams and data center operators across Dubai and the wider GCC region, supporting large-scale storage infrastructure projects with reliable product availability.

Technical Specifications

BrandKingston
CategoryEnterprise SSDs
SKUSEDC3000ME/15T3
Part NumberSEDC3000ME/15T3
ConditionNew
Capacity15360 GB
Form FactorU.2
InterfacePCIe 5.0 NVMe
Manufacturer Part NumberSEDC3000ME/15T3
Product LineDC3000ME
Form FactorU.2 2.5-inch
InterfacePCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe
Capacity15.36 TB
Endurance ProfileMixed Use (ME)
Self-Encrypting DriveTCG Opal 2.0
Power-Loss ProtectionYes
NAND Type3D TLC NAND
Operating Temperature0°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 85°C
Power Consumption (Active Read)Refer to Kingston official datasheet
Dimensions69.85 mm x 100.45 mm x 15 mm (U.2 standard)
WeightRefer to Kingston official datasheet
MTBF2,000,000 hours
Secure EraseYes (cryptographic erase via TCG Opal)
End-to-End Data Path ProtectionYes
RoHS CompliantYes

Frequently Asked Questions about Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD

What does the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD do?

At 15360 GB, the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. The PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface is supported by major server platforms.

What are the headline specs of the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD?

Key specifications for the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD: capacity 15360 GB; form factor U.2 2.5"; interface PCIe 5.0 NVMe; new condition; brand Kingston; series DC3000ME; capacity 15.36TB; interface PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe; form factor U.2 2.5"; nand type 3D TLC. Manufacturer part number SEDC3000ME/15T3. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD compatible with my infrastructure?

The Kingston DC3000ME 15.36TB U.2 PCIe 5.0 NVMe Enterprise SSD uses a PCIe 5.0 NVMe interface in a U.2 2.5" form factor. It's compatible with server platforms that expose this interface — typical deployments include Dell PowerEdge, HPE ProLiant, Lenovo ThinkSystem, and Supermicro SuperServer chassis. For specific vendor part-number compatibility, our team validates against the manufacturer support matrix.