At Computex 2026, Memoright, a company specializing in enterprise hardware and workstations, showcased under the Exascend brand one of the world's first series of solid-state drives supporting the latest NVMe 2.1 protocol. This was reported by TechPowerUp.
Evolution of Standards: From NVMe 2.0 to 2.1
Modern drives with PCIe 5.0 interfaces typically operate based on the NVMe 2.0 protocol. The new NVMe 2.1 standard was developed with high-performance computing systems in mind. It introduces critical features for server solutions: support for NVMe-oF networking technologies, TLS 1.3 authentication, and advanced management tools.
Although the primary goal of these innovations is the corporate sector, experts note that some capabilities will become relevant for client devices as well, especially in the context of deploying local artificial intelligence models.
Technical Specifications of the PE5 Model
The flagship representative of the new lineup is the PE5 model SSD. The drive uses the PCIe 5.0 interface and is built on 3D TLC NAND memory chips. The manufacturer offers a wide range of capacities — from 1.92 TB to an impressive 15.36 TB. Sequential data transfer speeds reach up to 14 GB/s.
The PE5 model is available in two form factors, ensuring integration flexibility:
- E1.S form factor (designed for dense server installations).
- M.2 2280 form factor (standard for modern PCs and laptops), retaining the same specifications and maximum capacity.
Drive Family and DDR5 Memory
In addition to the PE5 model, the company introduced the PD5 series, which stands out for its high capacity and power-loss protection. These drives are available in the E3.S form factor, as well as in the classic 2.5-inch 12mm chassis with a U.2 Gen 5 interface.
As part of the presentation, Exascend also announced the mass release of UDIMM DDR5 standard memory modules, expanding its presence in the market for high-performance system components.