Product Description
IBM 5127-A20 FlashSystem 5600 79TB NVMe All-Flash Storage System
The IBM 5127-A20 FlashSystem 5600 79TB NVMe All-Flash Storage System is a fully configured high-performance 1U control enclosure delivering enterprise-class NVMe storage optimized for demanding workloads. This complete 79TB solution includes twelve 6.6 TB FlashCore Module 5 drives and is ready for immediate deployment with built-in encryption activation, 32 Gb Fibre Channel connectivity, and IBM Storage Virtualize software.
Running IBM Storage Virtualize, the 5127-A20 provides native data reduction on FlashCore Modules, Distributed RAID, ransomware detection, and seamless integration with IBM Power Systems environments including IBM i. Flexible host connectivity and SAS expansion support make it ideal for edge deployments, remote offices, and hybrid cloud infrastructures.
Key Features of the IBM 5127-A20 FlashSystem 5600 79TB
- • 1U control enclosure with 12 NVMe drive slots pre-populated for 79 TB total capacity
- • Dual active-active node canisters with redundant I/O groups for continuous availability
- • Twelve 6.6 TB FlashCore Module 5 drives with hardware data reduction and ransomware protection
- • 32 Gb/s Fibre Channel adapter pair (4-port) included for high-speed host connectivity
- • Encryption activation and encryption USB drive pack for secure data at rest
- • Support for SAS expansion enclosures (2U12, 2U24, and 5U92) for future capacity growth
- • Flexible host connectivity: 32 Gbps Fibre Channel, 10/25/100 Gbps Ethernet (iSCSI/NVMe-oF)
- • 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 | 5127-A20 (79 TB NVMe Configured) |
| Form Factor | 1U rack |
| Raw Capacity | 79 TB (12 × 6.6 TB FlashCore Module 5) |
| Node Canisters | Dual active-active |
| Host Connectivity | 32 Gb/s FC (included 4-port adapter pair) |
| Expansion | Up to 12 SAS enclosures (2U12 / 2U24 / 5U92) |
| Included Features | Encryption activation, OM3 fiber cables (5 m, qty 8), IBM Storage Expert Care 5-year |
| Compatibility | FlashSystem 5600 series and IBM Power Systems |
Priced Configuration –
| Feature Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 5127-A20 | FlashSystem 5600 |
| 9730 | Power Cord-PDU Connection |
| ACEG | Encryption activation |
| ACSR | 5m OM3 Fiber Cable (QTY=8) |
| ADSJ | 6.6 TB FlashCore Module 5 (QTY=12) |
| AKCH | Standard S&H Indicator |
| ALB9 | 32GB FC Adapter Pair (4-Port) |
| ALEC | Encryption USB drive pack |
| ALH0 | IBM Storage Expert Care Indicator |
| ALL5 | EC Premium 5 Year |
Virtualization, Security and Reliability
Every IBM 5127-A20 FlashSystem 5600 79TB NVMe All-Flash Storage System purchased from DataTechComputer.com is backed by a full 60-day warranty for complete peace of mind.
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