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IBM Storage FlashSystem C200

High-Capacity 2U NVMe All-Flash Storage with IBM FlashSystem C200 (5202-C25)

The IBM FlashSystem C200 (5202-C25) delivers cost-effective, high-capacity NVMe all-flash storage in a compact 2U form factor, optimized for capacity-intensive workloads such as backups, archives, media repositories, and secondary storage. Built for hybrid cloud and business-critical applications, this system supports up to 24 large “XL” FlashCore Module 4 drives and scales through SAS expansion enclosures while maintaining energy efficiency and intelligent data services.

Running IBM Storage Virtualize software, the FlashSystem C200 provides native data reduction on FlashCore Modules, Distributed RAID, ransomware detection, and seamless integration with IBM Power Systems environments including IBM i. Standard 10 GbE iSCSI connectivity with optional high-speed ports makes it ideal for edge deployments, remote offices, and hybrid infrastructures.

Key Features of the IBM FlashSystem C200 (5202-C25)

  • • 2U control enclosure with up to 24 large-capacity “XL” FlashCore Module 4 drive slots for ultra-dense all-flash performance
  • • Dual active-active node canisters with redundant I/O groups for continuous availability
  • • FlashCore Modules with built-in hardware compression, deduplication, and computational storage assists for ransomware protection
  • • Support for industry-standard NVMe SSDs and SAS expansion enclosures (2U12, 2U24, and 5U92)
  • • Standard onboard 8x 10 Gb/s Ethernet (RJ45) for iSCSI; optional 32 Gb FC / NVMe-FC or 25/10 Gb Ethernet NVMe/TCP adapters
  • • Scalable cache up to 256 GB total with battery backup in each canister for metadata and data protection
  • • High-performance Distributed RAID with fast rebuild times and always-on data reduction
  • • IBM Storage Virtualize management with REST API, Ansible, CSI, VMware integration, and modern GUI
  • • Quantum-safe security features and enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical environments

Technical Specifications

Component Specification
Model 5202-C25 (FlashSystem C200 Control Enclosure)
Form Factor 2U rack
Max Drives 24 large “XL” FlashCore Module 4
Node Canisters Dual active-active
Cache Up to 256 GB total (battery protected)
Host Connectivity Onboard 8x 10 GbE iSCSI; optional 32 Gb FC / NVMe-FC or 25/10 GbE NVMe/TCP
Expansion Up to 12 SAS enclosures (2U12 / 2U24 / 5U92)
Compatibility FlashSystem C200 series and IBM Power Systems

Virtualization, Security and Reliability

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 C200 ensures the highest levels of data protection and operational continuity for IBM Power Systems and IBM i environments.

Every IBM FlashSystem C200 (5202-C25) purchased from Data Tech Computer is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.

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