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U.2 & U.3

  • Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4 and NVMe
  • Form Factors: Serviceable 2.5-inch U.2 and U.3
  • Capacities: U.2 up to 16TB; U.3 up to 30.72TB
  • Operating Grades: Commercial and industrial U.2 options

U.2 & U.3 NVMe SSD Overview

AMP U.2 and U.3 NVMe SSDs provide serviceable, high-capacity PCIe storage for enterprise servers, data centers and performance-intensive computing environments. Selection is based on the host interface, backplane architecture, capacity, endurance, operating grade, security requirements and workload.

What Is a U.2 SSD?

A U.2 SSD is a serviceable enterprise solid-state drive commonly supplied in a 2.5-inch enclosure. AMP U.2 NVMe SSDs use PCIe connectivity for compatible servers, storage systems and demanding embedded platforms, with capacities, endurance levels and commercial- or industrial-temperature options selected by configuration.

What Is a U.3 SSD?

A U.3 SSD extends the serviceable enterprise-drive architecture for compatible U.3 and tri-mode backplanes. AMP U.3 NVMe SSDs combine PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.4 and high-capacity 3D TLC storage for compatible enterprise and data-intensive platforms.

InterfacePCIe Gen4 x4Additional U.2 generations available
Form FactorsU.2 / U.37mm and 15mm options
CapacityUp to 30.72TBMaximum shown for AMP3U
Operating GradesCommercial / IndustrialVaries by series and configuration

U.2 and U.3 Options Available from AMP

U.2 PCIe SSDs

PCIe Gen4, Gen3 and Gen2 x4 options with 3D TLC or MLC NAND, capacities from 128GB to 16TB, and commercial- or industrial-temperature configurations.

U.3 PCIe Enterprise SSDs

PCIe Gen4 x4 and NVMe 1.4 storage with 3D TLC NAND in capacities from 2TB to 30.72TB for compatible enterprise platforms.

Serviceable 2.5-Inch Storage

U.2 and U.3 provide a front-serviceable enterprise SSD format, but connector, backplane, protocol and host support must be confirmed before selection.

U.2 vs. U.3 NVMe SSDs

U.2 and U.3 drives share a serviceable enterprise-storage format, but the host interface, backplane architecture and supported drive configuration must match the target platform.

SpecificationU.2 SSDU.3 SSD
AMP SeriesAMP2UAMP3U
InterfacePCIe Gen4, Gen3 or Gen2 x4, by configurationPCIe Gen4 x4 / NVMe 1.4
Physical Options2.5-inch U.2, 7mm or 15mm2.5-inch U.3, 7mm or 15mm
Capacity Range128GB to 16TB across listed configurations2TB to 30.72TB
Operating GradesCommercial or industrial, by configurationCommercial; specialized options by inquiry
Specialized OptionsCommon Criteria, CSfC and radiation-hardened configurations by inquiryRadiation-hardened configuration by inquiry
Typical PlatformsServers, storage arrays, workstations and embedded systemsEnterprise servers, tri-mode storage platforms and high-density infrastructure

Compatibility depends on the exact drive, connector, backplane, host controller, firmware, power and thermal requirements. Confirm the target platform with AMP before qualification.

U.2 & U.3 SSD FAQ

What is a U.2 SSD?

A U.2 SSD is a serviceable enterprise solid-state drive commonly supplied in a 2.5-inch enclosure. AMP U.2 products use PCIe connectivity and NVMe-oriented storage configurations for compatible servers, storage systems, workstations and embedded platforms.

Is U.2 a form factor or an interface?

U.2 is commonly used to describe the connector and serviceable 2.5-inch enterprise SSD implementation. Physical size alone does not determine compatibility; the connector, host controller, PCIe and NVMe support, backplane, power and thermal requirements must also match.

What is a U.3 SSD?

A U.3 SSD is designed for compatible U.3 and tri-mode storage architectures. AMP U.3 drives use PCIe Gen4 x4 and NVMe 1.4, with 3D TLC capacities from 2TB to 30.72TB in the AMP3U range shown on this page.

What is the difference between U.2 and U.3?

Both use a serviceable 2.5-inch enterprise form factor. U.3 is designed around the SFF-TA-1001 specification and can support a tri-mode backplane architecture when the host platform is properly configured. Confirm connector, backplane and host compatibility before selection.

What capacities are available?

The AMP2U direct-inquiry range covers 3D TLC capacities from 128GB to 16TB and MLC capacities from 1TB to 8TB. AMP3U 3D TLC capacities range from 2TB to 30.72TB.

Are commercial- and industrial-temperature options available?

Commercial- and industrial-temperature options are available within the U.2 portfolio depending on series and capacity. The AMP3U specifications shown on this page list a commercial operating grade.

Are security and radiation-hardened options available?

Select U.2 configurations are available for Common Criteria, CSfC and radiation-hardened requirements. Radiation-hardened options are also available for qualifying U.3 applications. Exact certification, listing, firmware, capacity and qualification status must be confirmed.

Can AMP support custom endurance or firmware requirements?

Select U.2 configurations can support performance-tuned firmware, over-provisioning, endurance options and thermal or mechanical enhancements. Availability depends on controller, NAND, capacity and project requirements.

What information should I provide with an inquiry?

Provide the host platform or backplane, required U.2 or U.3 form factor, interface generation, capacity, workload, endurance, operating temperature, security or radiation requirements, annual volume and required program life.

Need Help Selecting a U.2 or U.3 SSD?

Share the required interface, capacity, endurance, temperature grade, security or radiation requirements and workload so AMP can review compatible options.