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IBM System Storage N series
The IBM System Storage N series is a network attached storage (NAS) solution. It provides
the latest technology to customers to help them improve performance, virtualization
manageability, and system efficiency at a reduced total cost of ownership. For more
information about the hardware and software, see the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/systems/storage/network
IBM Storwize V3700
IBM Storwize® V3700, the most recent addition to the IBM Storwize family of disk systems,
delivers efficient, entry-level configurations that are specifically designed to meet the needs of
small and midsize businesses. With Storwize V3700, organizations can now consolidate and
share data at an affordable price; Storwize V3700 offers advanced software capabilities that
are usually found in more expensive systems. See more information at the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/systems/storage/disk/storwize_v3700/index.html
IBM System Storage DS3500
IBM System Storage DS3500 combines best-of-type development with leading 6 Gbps host
interface and drive technology. With its simple, efficient and flexible approach to storage, the
DS3500 is a cost-effective, fully integrated complement to IBM System x® servers, IBM
BladeCenter and IBM Power Systems. By offering substantial improvements at a price that
fits most budgets, the DS3500 delivers superior price-per-performance ratios, functionality,
scalability and ease of use for the entry-level storage user. For more information, see the
following website:
http://www.ibm.com/systems/storage/disk/ds3500/index.html
IBM Storwize V7000 and Storwize V7000 Unified Disk Systems
IBM Storwize V7000 and Storwize V7000 Unified are virtualized storage systems that
consolidate workloads into a single storage system for simplicity of management, reduced
cost, highly scalable capacity, performance, and high availability. They offer improved
efficiency and flexibility through built-in solid state drive (SSD) optimization, thin provisioning
and nondisruptive migration of data from existing storage. They can also virtualize and reuse
existing disk systems offering a greater potential return on investment. Storwize V7000 and
V7000 Unified now supports integrated IBM Real-time Compression™, enabling storage of
up to five times as much active primary data in the same physical space for extraordinary
levels of efficiency.
The IBM Flex System™ V7000 Storage Node is also available as an integrated component of
IBM Flex System and IBM PureFlex™ Systems and isn seamlessly integrated into the Flex
System Manager and Chassis Map, delivering new data center efficiencies. For more
information, see the following website:
http://www.ibm.com/systems/storage/disk/storwize_v7000/index.html
IBM XIV Storage System
IBM XIV® is a high-end disk storage system that helps thousands of enterprises meet the
challenge of data growth with hotspot-free performance and ease of use. Simple scaling, high
service levels for dynamic, heterogeneous workloads, and tight integration with hypervisors
and the OpenStack platform enable optimal storage agility for cloud environments.
Born optimized with inherent efficiencies that simplify storage, XIV delivers the benefits of
IBM Smarter Storage for Smarter Computing, empowering organizations to take control of
their storage and to extract more valuable insights from their data. XIV extends ease of use
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