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IBM Storage FlashSystem 5100
IBM FlashSystem 5100 Storage System - 2078-4H4
The IBM FlashSystem 5100 2078-4H4 delivers enterprise-class all-flash NVMe storage in a compact 2U form factor. Powered by IBM Storage Virtualize, it combines high-performance NVMe technology, hardware-accelerated compression, and advanced data services for modern workloads. This SFF NVMe control enclosure supports ultra-low latency, high IOPS, and seamless virtualization of internal and external storage.
Key benefits include end-to-end NVMe performance, inline data reduction, AI-driven Easy Tier, robust data protection with FlashCopy and HyperSwap, and the ability to scale to hundreds of drives with expansion enclosures. It is ideal for consolidating workloads, accelerating virtualized environments, and modernizing data centers while maintaining full compatibility with existing IBM and multi-vendor storage.
Specifications
- Machine Type-Model: 2078-4H4 (SFF NVMe Control Enclosure)
- Form Factor: 2U rackmount, 24 × 2.5-inch SFF NVMe drive bays
- Processors: Dual node canisters, each with eight-core processors and hardware-assisted compression acceleration
- Cache Memory: 64 GB standard (32 GB per canister); upgradable to 192 GB, 384 GB, or 576 GB system total
- Standard Connectivity: Eight 10 GbE ports for iSCSI host attachment and management
- Optional Connectivity: 4-port 16 Gb or 32 Gb Fibre Channel (supports NVMe-oF), 2-port 25 GbE (iWARP or RoCE for iSER/NVMe-oF), 12 Gb SAS for expansion
- Maximum Drives: Up to 24 NVMe drives in control enclosure; scalable to 760+ drives with expansions and clustering
- Supported Drive Types: 2.5-inch NVMe FlashCore Modules (4.8 TB, 9.6 TB, 19.2 TB with built-in compression/encryption); Industry-standard NVMe SSDs (800 GB – 15.36 TB); SAS drives via expansion enclosures
- Maximum Performance: Enterprise-class ultra-low latency and high IOPS with NVMe acceleration (configuration dependent)
- RAID Support: Distributed RAID 5 and 6 (recommended); Distributed RAID 1 and 10; traditional RAID options available
- Software: IBM Storage Virtualize with full virtualization, thin provisioning, and data reduction pools
- Dimensions: 8.7 cm H × 48.3 cm W × approx. 55.6 cm D
- Weight: Empty approx. 19 kg; Fully configured approx. 27 kg
- Power: Redundant hot-swappable power supplies, 100-240 V AC
Configurations
- Cache Upgrade: Increase to 192 GB, 384 GB, or 576 GB for demanding workloads and data reduction pools
- 16 Gb or 32 Gb Fibre Channel Adapter: 4-port for high-speed FC and NVMe-oF connectivity
- 25 Gb Ethernet Adapter: 2-port iWARP or RoCE for advanced iSER and NVMe-oF support
- 12 Gb SAS Adapter: For expansion enclosure connectivity
- Easy Tier License: AI-driven automated data tiering across flash and capacity tiers
- FlashCopy Upgrade: Expanded snapshot capabilities for local replication and backup
- Remote Mirroring License: Enables Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and HyperSwap for high availability and disaster recovery
- Encryption License: AES-256 data-at-rest protection with self-encrypting FlashCore Modules
- Data Reduction / Compression: Inline compression and deduplication via Data Reduction Pools
- External Virtualization License: Virtualize and migrate data from over 500 external storage systems
Core Features
- IBM Storage Virtualize for complete storage virtualization and unified management
- End-to-end NVMe architecture with ultra-low latency and high throughput
- IBM FlashCore Modules with built-in, performance-neutral hardware compression and encryption
- AI-enhanced Easy Tier for automated, intelligent data placement
- FlashCopy for instant point-in-time snapshots and local replication
- Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and HyperSwap for synchronous/asynchronous replication and active-active high availability
- Thin provisioning, SCSI UNMAP, and Data Reduction Pools with inline compression and deduplication
- Distributed RAID for improved resiliency and faster rebuild times
- Full external storage virtualization for seamless data migration and consolidation
- Integration with VMware VVols, containers (Kubernetes/OpenShift), and major hypervisors
Expansion and Scalability
Scale seamlessly with SAS-connected expansion enclosures: 2078-12G (LFF, 12 bays), 2078-24G (SFF, 24 bays), or 2078-92G (high-density, 92 bays). Intermix LFF, SFF, and high-density enclosures along with NVMe and SAS drives for maximum flexibility. Achieve multi-petabyte raw capacity. Clustering support allows scale-out with multiple control enclosures (up to four I/O groups). Nondisruptive upgrades and maintenance keep your environment always available.
Software Capabilities
IBM Storage Virtualize delivers powerful virtualization of internal NVMe drives and external storage systems for complete data mobility and simplified management. Base capabilities include thin provisioning, UNMAP, and Data Reduction Pools with inline compression and deduplication for dramatic capacity efficiency. Easy Tier uses AI to automatically move hot data to the fastest tiers. FlashCopy provides instant snapshots, while remote mirroring and HyperSwap ensure business continuity. Volume mirroring adds intra-system redundancy without extra licensing.
Compatibilities
- Host Protocols: 16/32 Gb Fibre Channel (including NVMe-oF), 10/25 Gb iSCSI/iSER, 12 Gb SAS (expansion)
- Supported Operating Systems: IBM i, AIX, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Microsoft Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Oracle Solaris, HP-UX, and more
- Hypervisors and Containers: VMware vSphere with VVols and VAAI, Microsoft Hyper-V, IBM PowerVM, Red Hat OpenShift, Kubernetes via CSI
- Expansion Compatibility: Full support for 2078-12G, 2078-24G, and 2078-92G enclosures in mixed configurations
- External Virtualization: Seamless support for over 500 IBM and third-party storage systems for migration and unified management
Warranty
Systems come with a 60-day limited hardware warranty, covering essential components.