IBM Storage FlashSystem 5045
IBM FlashSystem 5045 is a high-performance, entry-level enterprise storage solution built for virtualized and mixed workloads. It combines flash speed with advanced data reduction technologies like deduplication, compression, and thin provisioning for maximum storage efficiency. With IBM Storage Virtualization, it simplifies hybrid cloud integration and centralized management across multivendor systems. Built-in cyber resiliency tools like Safeguarded Copy and inline threat detection protect data from ransomware and accidental deletion. The system supports seamless scalability, intelligent tiering, and AI-driven insights via IBM Storage Insights, making it ideal for businesses that need performance, reliability, and security—all from a compact 2U footprint.
- High-Performance Architecture: Optimized for mixed workloads in enterprise and virtualized environments.
- IBM Storage Insights: Offers AI-driven analytics, capacity planning, and health monitoring.
- IBM Spectrum Virtualize: Provides enterprise-class virtualization, simplifying hybrid cloud storage management.
- Cyber Resiliency: Includes Safeguarded Copy for immutable backups and ransomware recovery.
- In-line Threat Detection: Identifies malware and anomalies during data access in real-time.
- Data Reduction Pools (DRP): Built-in compression, deduplication, and thin provisioning reduce storage footprint.
- Non-disruptive Upgrades: Firmware and storage expansion without downtime.
- Multicloud Readiness: Seamless data movement between on-prem and hybrid cloud environments.
- AI-Powered Support: Predictive issue detection and automatic support case creation.
- Energy Efficient Design: Low power consumption per terabyte for greener operations.
- Controller Modules: Dual active/active with high availability
- Drive Configuration: Up to 24 × 2.5″ SAS SSDs (1.92TB or more)
- Maximum Usable Capacity: 45TB with DRP, scalable with virtualization
- Cache Memory: 64GB standard, expandable for larger workloads
- Connectivity Interfaces: 16Gb FC (Fibre Channel), 10GbE iSCSI
12Gb SAS (for expansion shelves) - Maximum IOPS: 400,000 IOPS for low-latency performance
- Maximum Bandwidth: 8GB/s throughput to support intensive applications
Form Factor: 2U rackmount chassis - Encryption Support: AES-256 encryption with secure key management
- Power Supply: Dual redundant hot-swappable PSUs
- perating Temperature: 10°C – 35°C (50°F – 95°F)
- RAID Support: RAID 5, 6, 10 for data protection and performance balance
- Expansion Capability: Compatible with FlashSystem expansion enclosures
- Management Interface: HTML5 web GUI, CLI, and REST API
- Operating System Support: VMware, Microsoft, Linux, IBM Power Systems
- Virtualization Platform: IBM Spectrum Virtualize with multivendor storage pooling
Why Choose IBM FlashSystem 5015 for Your Business?
The IBM FlashSystem 5015 is designed for businesses that demand enterprise-grade storage at a competitive price. Whether you’re a growing SME or a large enterprise, this system delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and scalability. Built with IBM Spectrum Virtualize, it simplifies management across hybrid cloud environments while improving data resilience. The FlashSystem 5015 also supports IBM FlashSystem Storage , offering faster data access and reduced latency for mission-critical workloads. Choose a storage solution that’s not only cost-effective, but also future-ready IBM FlashSystem 5015 stands out among entry-level all-flash storage arrays for its unmatched value.
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