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General| Storage Type | Hybrid Flash Array |
|---|---|
| Maximum Drives | 240 |
| Form Factor | 2U |
| Model | IBM Storwize V5000 |
| Drive Types | SSD, HDD |
| RAID Levels | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 |
| Host Interface | 8 Gbps Fibre Channel (FC), 12 Gbps SAS, 10 Gbps iSCSI, 16 Gbps FC |
| Software Features | Thin provisioning |
| Drive Bays | 12 or 24 |
| Cache | Up to 32GB |
| Cache Memory | Up to 32GB |
| Weight | 30kg (66.1lb) |
| Power Supply | Dual |
| Cooling | Redundant cooling fans |
| Dimensions | 88mm x 482mm x 740mm (3.5in x 19in x 29.1in) |
Review safety notices and safety information labels before using this product.
Contains safety notices for IBM Systems products in English and other languages.
Ensure understanding of caution notices for Storwize V5000 and use reference numbers.
Understand danger notices for Storwize V5000 using reference numbers.
Special safety notices that apply to the Storwize V5000.
Follow general safety guidelines when servicing the Storwize V5000.
Understand how to handle devices sensitive to static electricity.
Contains required environmental notices for IBM Systems products.
Guide is intended for installers of Storwize V5000 systems.
Product manuals, publications, and websites related to Storwize V5000.
Information collection for installing, configuring, and managing the system.
Lists websites for publications and information about Storwize V5000.
Sources for information, help, and technical assistance from IBM.
How to get help and service from IBM, including customer support numbers.
Steps to take before calling IBM Support to resolve issues.
Guide presumes planning information read; ensure cables are available.
Steps for setting up new systems and adding enclosures.
Verify shipment contents against the packing slip.
Identifies hardware components and port locations for control and expansion enclosures.
Ensure environmental and electrical requirements for site are met for reliable system operation.
Familiarize with enclosure location guidelines before installing.
Guidelines for installing only a control enclosure in a rack.
Guidelines for installing control enclosure with expansion enclosures.
Procedure to install support rails before installing an enclosure.
Install control and expansion enclosures into the rack according to the location plan.
Connect expansion enclosures to a control enclosure using SAS cables.
Guidelines for connecting SAS cables between enclosures to ensure valid configuration.
Connect Ethernet cables for system management and optional iSCSI connectivity.
Connect Fibre Channel cables to 10 Gbps iSCSI-FCoE adapters for SAN connection.
Connect a control enclosure to a host using SAS cables.
Power on system components and check their status.
Ensure web browser is supported and has appropriate settings enabled for management GUI access.
Lists default user name and password for the initialization GUI.
Initialize a new system using the tool shipped with your order on a Windows computer.
Initialize a new system using the tool shipped with your order on a Macintosh computer.
Initialize a new system using the tool shipped with your order on a Linux computer.
Add an expansion enclosure to an existing system using the management GUI.
Add a control enclosure to an existing system by installing and connecting it.
Major accessibility features for the Storwize V5000.
Using keys or key combinations to perform operations and initiate menu actions.
Lists IBM and other product/service trademarks.
Electronic emission notices for the United States and other countries.
FCC compliance statement for Class A digital devices.
Conformity with EU directives on electromagnetic compatibility.
German EMC directives and compliance information.
Warning statement for Class A products in China.
Statement for Class A compliance in Taiwan.
Product service contact information for Taiwan.
Product service contact information for Europe.
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