The E1.S form factor represents a significant evolution in data storage solutions, offering a compact yet powerful design optimized for the demands of modern computing. These drives provide an ideal balance of performance, density, and thermal efficiency, making E1.S SSDs increasingly crucial in today’s enterprise and data center environments. The compact nature of E1.S’ SSDs allows for greater storage density and improved airflow within servers, directly addressing the challenges of scaling storage in demanding applications.
Technical Specifications and Certifications
PCIe Gen4.0
PR4 Series
Incorporates rad-hard technology, conformal coating, and underfill for radiation-intensive environments.
Interface
PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4
Flash type
3D TLC
Form factor
E1.S
Capacity
960GB to 7.68TB
Sequential read
up to 3,290 (MB/s)
Sequential write
up to 3,215 (MB/s)
Power consumption
Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W
Operational temperature
-40°C to 85°C
Hightlight feature
Radiation Hardened
Conformal Coating
Underfill
More detail
PA4 Series
Includes conformal coating and underfill for harsh conditions.
Interface
PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4
Flash type
3D TLC / pSLC
Form factor
E1.S
Capacity
960GB to 7.68TB
Sequential read
up to 3,465 (MB/s)
Sequential write
up to 3,215 (MB/s)
Power consumption
Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W
Operational temperature
-40°C to 85°C
Hightlight feature
Conformal Coating
Underfill
More detail
PI4 Series
Built to perform reliably in extreme temperature conditions.
Interface
PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4
Flash type
3D TLC / pSLC
Form factor
E1.S
Capacity
960GB to 7.68TB
Sequential read
up to 3,465 (MB/s)
Sequential write
up to 3,215 (MB/s)
Power consumption
Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W
Operational temperature
-40°C to 85°C
Hightlight feature
More detail
PE4 Series
Delivers sustained performance across varying DWPD / TBW.
Interface
PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4
Flash type
3D TLC / pSLC
Form factor
E1.S
Capacity
960GB to 15.36TB
Sequential read
up to 3,465 (MB/s)
Sequential write
up to 3,340 (MB/s)
Power consumption
Active <8.1W; Idle <1.8W
Operational temperature
0°C to 70°C
Hightlight feature
More detail
Exascend’s IATF 16949:2016 certification underscores our full adherence to the rigorous requirements of the automotive industry and international quality standards, which extend to the reliability and quality of our E1.S SSD products. Of our E1.S SSD solutions, the PI4 and PE4 series are PCIe Gen4 compliant and TAA-ready. For our other E1.S SSD offerings, TAA-compliant manufacturing is available upon request.
Exascend’s E1.S SSD Product Lineup
Exascend offers a comprehensive range of E1.S SSDs tailored for diverse enterprise and industrial demands. Our current lineup includes the PR4 Series, PA4 Series, PI4 Series, and PE4 Series, all of which adhere to the compact and efficient E1.S form factor. These enterprise SSD drives deliver a spectrum of performance and reliability characteristics to suit various application needs. Explore our E1.S SSD product lineup:
PR4 Series
Features high-performance PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs in the E1.S form factor, designed for demanding read-intensive applications. These E1.S SSD solutions offer excellent read speeds and consistent performance.
PA4 Series
Encompasses application-optimized PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs in the E1.S form factor. These data center solutions are tailored for specific workloads, offering a balance of performance and cost-effectiveness.
PI4 Series
Comprises industrial-grade PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs in the E1.S form factor. These E1.S drives are designed for reliability in extreme temperature conditions and feature technologies such as Adaptive Thermal Control.
PE4 Series
Represents Exascend’s enterprise-grade PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs in the E1.S form factor. These are engineered for sustained high performance and low power consumption, making them ideal for server and data center environments.
Comparing Exascend E1.S SSD Series
To help you discern the best E1.S SSD for your specific application, the following table provides a comparative overview of the key technical specifications across Exascend’s featured series.
| PR4 Series | PA4 Series | PI4 Series | PE4 Series | |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 | PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 | PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 | PCIe 4.0 / NVMe 1.4 |
| Flash type | 3D TLC | 3D TLC / pSLC | 3D TLC / pSLC | 3D TLC / pSLC |
| Form factor | E1.S | E1.S | E1.S | E1.S |
| Capacity | 960GB to 7.68TB | 960GB to 7.68TB | 960GB to 7.68TB | 960GB to 15.36TB |
| Sequential read | up to 3,290 (MB/s) | up to 3,465 (MB/s) | up to 3,465 (MB/s) | up to 3,465 (MB/s) |
| Sequential write | up to 3,215 (MB/s) | up to 3,215 (MB/s) | up to 3,215 (MB/s) | up to 3,340 (MB/s) |
| Power consumption | Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W | Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W | Active <9.6W; Idle <1.7W | Active <8.1W; Idle <1.8W |
| Operational temperature | -40°C to 85°C | -40°C to 85°C | -40°C to 85°C | 0°C to 70°C |
Key Features and Benefits
Exascend’s E1.S NVMe SSDs are designed to deliver a compelling combination of speed, reliability, efficiency, and scalability, catering to the diverse demands of modern enterprise and industrial environments. Each series within our E1.S lineup offers distinct advantages tailored to specific application needs.
High Performance
Exascend’s E1.S series showcases impressive read and write speeds across the board. The PE4 Series leads with sequential read speeds up to 3,465 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3,340 MB/s, ideal for demanding enterprise workloads. The PA4 and PI4 Series also achieve sequential read speeds up to 3,465 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3,215 MB/s, providing excellent throughput for a wide range of applications. The PR4 Series, optimized for read-intensive tasks, delivers sequential read speeds up to 3,290 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3,215 MB/s. While specific IOPS figures aren’t provided in this table, these high sequential speeds indicate strong performance in applications requiring rapid data access and transfer.
Reliability and Endurance
Data integrity and drive longevity are paramount for enterprise and industrial deployments. Exascend’s E1.S SSDs employ advanced 3D TLC NAND flash, with the PA4, PI4, and PE4 Series also offering pSLC caching on select models to enhance endurance and write performance for mixed workloads. Features such as robust error correction codes (ECC), dynamic wear-leveling algorithms, and power loss protection are implemented across these series to ensure data reliability and maximize the lifespan of the E1.S SSD, thereby safeguarding critical information and minimizing downtime.
Thermal Efficiency
The E1.S form factor inherently offers improved airflow compared to smaller form factors, contributing to better thermal management. Exascend’s E1.S drives are designed with power efficiency in mind, with active power consumption remaining below 9.6W and idle power consumption below 1.8W across all four series. The PR4, PA4, and PI4 Series further excel with a wide operational temperature range of -40°C to 85°C, making them suitable for challenging industrial environments. While the PE4 Series operates within a standard temperature range of 0°C to 70°C, its optimized power consumption also contributes to efficient thermal performance in typical enterprise settings.
Scalability
The standardized E1.S form factor enables exceptional storage scalability within server and industrial systems. Its compact design allows for a higher density of drives to be deployed in the same physical space compared to larger form factors, maximizing storage capacity and I/O capabilities. This scalability makes Exascend’s enterprise and data center SSD solutions ideal for accommodating growing data demands and evolving infrastructure needs across various applications.
Application
Our products are expertly engineered for versatile applications, delivering exceptional flexibility, reliability, and performance to meet diverse professional needs.
Aerospace, Avionics and Rugged Systems
Uncompromising Storage for Aerospace and Extreme Environments
Automotive
Certified Storage for Next-Gen Automotive Technology
Edge Computing and IoT
High-Performance Storage Solutions for Edge Computing and IoT Innovations
Industry 4.0
Innovative Storage Solutions for Industry 4.0: Empowering the Future of Smart Manufacturing
Servers and Data Center
Robust Storage Solutions for Enterprise Applications and Data-Driven Innovations
Telecommunications
High-Performance Storage Solutions for Next-Generation Telecommunications
Transportation
Robust Storage for Smart Transportation
Exascend’s versatile E1.S NVMe SSD solutions are designed to excel in a wide range of demanding applications across various sectors. Their optimized form factor, coupled with varying performance and endurance characteristics across the PE4, PI4, PR4, and PA4 series, makes them ideal for scenarios requiring efficient storage, robust reliability, and application-specific performance tuning.
Our high-performance E1.S drives are pivotal for modern data centers, significantly accelerating data analytics, AI, and machine learning workloads. The low latency and high throughput of the PE4 Series enable the rapid processing of massive datasets, enhancing overall server responsiveness, which is crucial for critical applications such as databases and virtualization. Moreover, their density-optimized E1.S form factor facilitates the creation of scalable and efficient cloud storage infrastructures, improving data retrieval speeds and user experience.
For edge computing and IoT applications, the wide temperature tolerance and robust design of the PI4 Series ensure dependable operation in harsh and remote environments, maintaining uninterrupted data capture and processing for industrial automation, transportation, and telecommunications. The PR4 Series, with its focus on high read performance, is particularly well-suited for content delivery networks (CDNs), video streaming servers, and read-intensive caching layers, ensuring swift and consistent data delivery.
The PA4 Series, with its application-optimized design, offers a balanced performance and cost-effective solution for various enterprise workloads, including boot drives, logging, and general-purpose server storage, where a blend of read and write performance is required without compromising reliability.
Customer Support and Services
If you experience technical issues when using our E1.S SSDs or if you would like to request a return merchandise authorization (RMA), you can fill out the relevant forms available on our support page. More information about our product compatibility and warranty policy is also available on this page.
If you require advanced support, you can explore our data recovery tools, SMART tool and FAE tools.
Partner with Exascend for E1.S Solutions
For tailored E1.S solutions and strategic alliances, contact us to discuss your project requirements and learn more about our E1.S SSD products and customization services. Our expert team is ready to provide consultations and support to meet your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our E1.S SSDs
What distinguishes Exascend’s E1.S SSDs in the enterprise market?
Exascend’s E1.S SSDs stand out due to our in-house control over both hardware and firmware development. This allows us to engineer highly reliable and performance-optimized enterprise and data center solutions tailored to specific workload demands. Our focus on high endurance, efficient thermal management, and customization options provides superior value compared to many standard offerings.
How do Exascend’s E1.S SSDs manage thermal efficiency in data centers?
Exascend’s E1.S SSDs are designed with thermal efficiency as a key consideration. The E1.S form factor itself promotes better airflow compared to other form factors. We further enhance this with integrated heat dissipation technologies and power-efficient controllers, ensuring our data center solutions maintain optimal performance and prevent thermal throttling even in high-density server environments.
Are customizable E1.S SSD options available for specific applications?
Yes, Exascend offers customizable E1.S SSD options to meet the unique requirements of various enterprise and industrial applications. Our in-house engineering expertise allows us to tailor firmware, performance parameters, and other features to optimize our drives for your specific use case. Contact our team to discuss your customization needs.
What is the warranty period for Exascend’s E1.S SSD products?
The warranty period for Exascend’s E1.S SSD products varies depending on the specific model and capacity. Please refer to the product datasheet or our warranty policy on our support page for detailed information regarding the warranty coverage for your specific E1.S SSD.
How can I integrate Exascend’s E1.S SSDs into my existing infrastructure?
Exascend’s E1.S SSDs are designed to comply with industry standards, ensuring seamless integration into existing server and storage infrastructures that support the E1.S form factor and PCIe/NVMe interfaces. Our technical support team can provide guidance and assistance with integration to ensure a smooth deployment process.
