EDSFF

EDSFF stands for Enterprise and Data Center SSD Form Factor. It is a family of form factors designed specifically for solid-state drives (SSDs) intended for use in enterprise and data center environments. Unlike traditional consumer SSD form factors like 2.5-inch or M.2, EDSFF is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of these high-performance, high-density, and often high-availability computing infrastructures.

The primary goal of EDSFF is to provide a standardized and scalable solution that addresses the limitations of existing form factors in modern data centers. This includes supporting higher capacities, improved thermal management, better power efficiency, and easier serviceability. EDSFF offers various physical sizes and connector types to accommodate different needs within the data center, from dense compute nodes to high-capacity storage arrays.

Key benefits of EDSFF include increased density, allowing more storage capacity to be installed in a given rack space, which translates to lower total cost of ownership. The standardized nature of EDSFF also promotes interoperability between different vendors' hardware and drives. Furthermore, the design often incorporates features that facilitate easier hot-swapping and maintenance, crucial for minimizing downtime in critical enterprise systems. EDSFF is a project driven by a consortium of industry leaders, aiming to evolve storage solutions for the future of data centers.