Storage
IBM FlashSystem Storage
IBM FlashSystem is IBM's external all-flash storage array line, built on Storage Virtualize software and populated with FlashCore Module (FCM) NVMe drives. Resellers in this category support FlashSystem sizing, SAN attachment planning for IBM Power and IBM i environments, and FlashCore Module part number and licensing quotes.
IBM FlashSystem Storage Use Cases
- External SAN storage for IBM i/Power environments
- Flash storage refresh and capacity expansion
- Storage consolidation across IBM i, AIX, Linux, and Windows
- High availability and replication design
- FlashCore Module part number and generation sourcing
Questions to Ask About IBM FlashSystem Storage
- Do I need external FlashSystem storage, or is internal DASD/NVMe still enough?
- Which FlashCore Module generation and capacity fits my existing FlashSystem array?
- Is IBM Storage Virtualize licensing (replication, encryption, Easy Tier) included with the array or sold separately?
- How does IBM FlashSystem compare to Dell PowerStore/PowerMax or HPE Alletra for my environment?