The IBM FlashSystem 9600 (5078-A40) is the high-end flagship of the FlashSystem family, delivering extreme performance and massive scalability in a compact 2U form factor. Engineered for the most demanding enterprise and AI-driven workloads, this all-flash system supports up to 32 EDSFF NVMe drives in the base enclosure and offers scale-out capabilities through FlashSystem grid technology.
Powered by IBM Storage Virtualize software and fifth-generation FlashCore Modules, the FlashSystem 9600 provides industry-leading throughput, ultra-low latency, native data reduction, ransomware protection, and seamless integration with IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments.
| Model | Form Factor | Max Drives (Base) | Max Effective Capacity (Single Enclosure) | Max IOPS (4K Read Hit) | Max Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5078-A40 (Controller) | 2U rack | 32 NVMe | 11.8 PBe | 6.3 Million | 86 GB/s |
IBM Storage Virtualize delivers advanced features including logical volume management, workload mobility, immutable snapshots, and Safeguarded Copy. Combined with Transparent Data Encryption, quantum-safe cryptography, predictive failure analysis, and battery-protected cache, the FlashSystem 9600 ensures the highest levels of data protection and operational continuity for IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments.
Every IBM FlashSystem 9600 storage system purchased from Data Tech Computer is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.