The IBM FlashSystem 7300 (4657-924) delivers powerful midrange NVMe storage in a compact 2U form factor, optimized for enterprise workloads that demand high throughput and low latency. Built for hybrid cloud and business-critical applications, this all-flash system supports up to 24 NVMe drives in the base enclosure and scales through SAS expansion enclosures while maintaining energy efficiency and intelligent data services.
Running IBM Storage Virtualize software, the FlashSystem 7300 provides native data reduction on FlashCore Modules, Distributed RAID, ransomware detection, and seamless integration with IBM Power Systems environments including IBM i. Flexible connectivity options including Fibre Channel, iSCSI, and NVMe over Fabrics make it ideal for midrange deployments requiring agility, scalability, and simplicity.
| Model | Form Factor | Max Drives (Base) | Expansion Support | Connectivity Highlights | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4657-924 (Controller) | 2U rack | 24 NVMe | Up to 12 SAS enclosures | FC 32 Gbps, Ethernet 10/25/100 Gbps | High-performance midrange enterprise and hybrid cloud |
| 4657-12G | 2U rack | 12 SAS | Capacity scaling | SAS 12 Gbps chaining | Cost-effective tiered storage |
| 4657-24G | 2U rack | 24 SAS | Capacity scaling | SAS 12 Gbps high-performance tiering | Balanced performance and density |
| 4657-92G | 5U rack | 92 SAS | Massive capacity scaling | SAS 12 Gbps ultra-dense | Petabyte-scale archives |
IBM Storage Virtualize delivers advanced features including logical volume management, workload mobility, orchestrated immutable snapshots, and Safeguarded Copy. Combined with Transparent Data Encryption, predictive failure analysis, and battery-protected cache, the FlashSystem 7300 ensures the highest levels of data protection and operational continuity for IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments.
Every IBM FlashSystem 7300 storage system purchased from Data Tech Computer is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.