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    • IBM Storage FlashSystem 5010

    IBM FlashSystem 5010 2072-2H4 Enterprise Storage System

    The IBM FlashSystem 5010 2072-2H4 delivers efficient entry-level storage with scalability. Powered by IBM Spectrum Virtualize, it virtualizes data across internal and external systems for seamless management. This 2U rackmount unit supports high-performance needs through flexible connectivity and features like automated tiering.

    Key benefits include support for up to 392 drives, 64 GB cache, and advanced data protection. It fits standard racks and offers reliable access with options for SAS expansion or FC links.

    Specifications

    • Machine Type-Model: 2072-2H4 (SFF Control Enclosure)
    • Form Factor: 2U rackmount, 24 × 2.5-inch SFF drive bays
    • Processors: Dual 2-core 2.2 GHz Broadwell-DE processors
    • Cache Memory: 16 GB standard (8 GB per canister); upgradable to 32 GB or 64 GB
    • Standard Connectivity: 1 GbE iSCSI for management and host attachment
    • Optional Connectivity: 4-port 16 Gb Fibre Channel, 4-port 10 Gb iSCSI (optical), 4-port 25 Gb iSCSI (iWARP or RoCE), 12 Gb SAS host/expansion
    • Maximum Drives: 392 (with up to 10 × 2U expansions or 4 × 5U high-density enclosures)
    • Supported Drive Types: 2.5-inch SAS: 900 GB–2.4 TB 10K RPM, 2 TB 7.2K RPM; Flash SSD: 1.92 TB–30.72 TB; 3.5-inch SAS: 4 TB–14 TB 7.2K RPM (in expansions)
    • Maximum IOPS: Up to 140,000 (4K read miss, configuration dependent)
    • RAID Support: Traditional RAID 0, 1, 10; Distributed RAID 5, 6
    • Software: IBM Spectrum Virtualize with base virtualization, thin provisioning
    • Dimensions: 8.7 cm H × 48.3 cm W × 55.6 cm D
    • Weight: Empty: 19.0 kg; Fully configured: 27.3 kg
    • Power: Redundant hot-swappable supplies, 100-240 V AC

    Configurations

    • Cache Upgrade: To 32 GB or 64 GB for improved performance in data-intensive environments
    • 16 Gb Fibre Channel Adapter: 4-port for high-speed FC connectivity
    • 10 Gb iSCSI Adapter: 4-port optical for efficient iSCSI storage networking
    • 25 Gb iSCSI Adapter: Supports iWARP or RoCE for advanced Ethernet-based access
    • 12 Gb SAS Adapter: For host attachment or expansion enclosure connectivity
    • Easy Tier License: Enables AI-driven tiering between flash and disk
    • FlashCopy Upgrade: Removes 64-target limit for extensive snapshot capabilities
    • Remote Mirroring License: Supports Metro/Global Mirror for replication
    • Encryption License: AES-256 data-at-rest protection

    Core Features

    • IBM Spectrum Virtualize for full storage virtualization and management
    • AI-enhanced Easy Tier for automated data tiering to optimize IOPS
    • FlashCopy for point-in-time snapshots and local replication
    • Metro Mirror and Global Mirror for remote mirroring and disaster recovery
    • Thin provisioning and UNMAP for efficient space utilization
    • Support for distributed RAID 5 and 6 for improved resiliency
    • Encryption for data-at-rest security (optional license)
    • Integration with VMware VVols and container environments like Kubernetes

    These ensure high availability with no single point of failure and nondisruptive maintenance.

    Expansion and Scalability

    Scale with SAS-connected expansions: Attach models like 2072-12G (LFF, 12 bays), 2072-24G (SFF, 24 bays), or 2072-92G (high-density, 92 bays). Intermix LFF and SFF for flexibility. Achieve over 1 PB raw capacity with high-capacity drives. Nondisruptive upgrades to higher models like 5030 are possible.

    Software Capabilities

    IBM Spectrum Virtualize virtualizes internal drives and supports external systems for seamless data mobility. Base features include thin provisioning to allocate space efficiently and UNMAP for reclaiming unused blocks. Optional enhancements like Easy Tier use AI to migrate hot data to flash tiers, boosting performance. FlashCopy creates instant snapshots for backups, while remote mirroring ensures data continuity across sites. Volume mirroring adds intra-system redundancy.

    Compatibilities

    • Host Protocols: 16 Gb Fibre Channel, 10/25 Gb iSCSI, 12 Gb SAS
    • Supported Operating Systems: Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi, Oracle Solaris, HP-UX, Microsoft Windows Server, AIX, and more
    • Hypervisors and Containers: VMware vSphere with VVols, Microsoft Hyper-V, IBM PowerVM, Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes via CSI plug-in
    • Expansion Compatibility: Full support for 2072-12G (LFF, 12 bays), 2072-24G (SFF, 24 bays), or 2072-92G (high-density, 92 bays) enclosures in mixed configurations
    • External Virtualization: Over 500 storage systems for migration and management

    Warranty

    Systems come with a 60-day limited hardware warranty, covering essential components.

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