IBM FlashSystem 5015

IBM FlashSystem 5015 is an entry-level enterprise storage array that makes it easy to make the move to your hybrid storage environment. Boasting 30TB of usable DRAID6 capacity in a compact 2U dual-controller configuration, the value for money behind this setup is truly exceptional.

IBM FlashSystem 5015 storage, created for small and medium businesses with the highest availability needs, provides advanced capabilities as Flash Copy Upgrade, Easy Tier and Remote Mirroring, included in the base unit allowing the most flexible and effective method to manage the data and protect the investment.

Now with IBM FlashSystem 5015 order configurations of such balance, speed, reliability and value make FlashSystem the choice in flash for those focused on solutions.

20 x 1.92TB SAS SSD: Ensures you have enough space for all of your data and high-performance assignments.
38TB Raw Capacity: Provides a substantial base capacity to meet demanding data requirements.
30TB Usable Capacity: Offers economical storage with ample usable storage space.
Onboard 1Gb iSCSI: Provides instant network access for easy room-to-room data movement.
64GB Cache: Enhances overall system responsiveness by reducing wait times.
Fully redundant and power supplies: Ensures reliability and minimal downtime.
2 x 4-port 16Gb Fiber Cards: Supports high-speed fiber connectivity for efficient data transmission.
Dual (Active/Active) Controller: Provides high availability and load balancing.
Flash Copy: Enables quick and reliable data snapshots.
Easy Tier: Optimizes data placement for improved performance.
Remote Mirroring: Provides data replication for disaster recovery and business continuity.

Capacity: 30TB
Cache: 64GB
Drive Configuration: 20 x 1.92TB SAS SSD
Host Connections: 1GB iSCSI, 16GB Fiber Channel
Drives Supported: 2.5-inch flash drives, SFF 2.5-inch disk drives, LFF 3.5-inch disk drives
Connectivity Supported: 1Gb iSCSI, 10Gb iSCSI, 16Gb Fiber Channel, 12Gb SAS
Data Reduction Pools: Compression, DeDuplication, Thin Provisioning, UNMAP
Hardware Assisted Compression: Yes
Encryption: Yes
VMware Integration: Yes
IBM Safeguarded Copy: Yes
Max IOPs: 400K IOPs
Scale-out Clustering: Yes
Heterogeneous Support: >500 storage systems
Metro Mirror (synchronous): Yes
Global Mirror (asynchronous): Yes
IBM Spectrum Virtualize Software: Yes
Cache per control enclosure: 32GB or 64GB
Cache per clustered system: N/A
Cores per control enclosure: 4
Cores per clustered system: N/A
Maximum standard expansion enclosure capacity: Up to 10 standard expansion enclosures per controller

Outgrowing Your Current Storage? IBM FlashSystem 5015 Scales with You

The IBM FlashSystem 5015 brings enterprise-level performance to small and mid-sized businesses—without the high-end complexity. With hybrid flash and NVMe capabilities, built-in cybersecurity protection, and seamless integration through IBM FlashSystem Storage system , this solution delivers speed, simplicity, and scalability in one compact system. Whether you’re modernising your infrastructure or supporting growing workloads, the FlashSystem 5015 helps you move faster, store smarter, and stay protected.