Windows Server 2025 Introduces Native NVMe Support for Major Storage Gains

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Windows Server 2025 debuts native NVMe support, delivering up to 80% more IOPS, lower latency, and improved CPU efficiency for demanding workloads. Opt-in now.

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Microsoft has announced native NVMe support in Windows Server 2025, marking a major leap in storage performance for enterprise workloads. The new stack eliminates legacy SCSI translation, enabling direct, multi-queue access to NVMe SSDs for up to 80% higher IOPS and 45% lower CPU usage in benchmarks.

Native NVMe is now generally available as an opt-in feature (disabled by default) after the latest cumulative update. Users can enable it via a registry key or Group Policy. The update benefits SQL Server, virtualization, file servers, and AI/analytics workloads with faster transactions and lower latency. Microsoft encourages early adoption to realize the full potential of modern NVMe hardware.

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