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IBM Storage FlashSystem

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What is IBM Storage FlashSystem?

IBM's FlashSystem is a flash array storage option.

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How IBM Storage FlashSystem Differs From Its Competitors

IBM FlashSystem Performance

Large-scale production databases with a high workload are best suited for the IBM FlashSystem 7200. We've been utilizing this product for the past six months, and our client has accomplished their business objectives. We may now divide the workloads using a number of pools. This program provides a …
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is ideal for large-scale production databases that require a lot of processing power. Since we started using this solution, our client has accomplished their business objectives. Now that we are using different pools, we can divide the workloads. This solution offers a …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

Large-scale production databases that demand a lot of processing power are perfect candidates for the IBM FlashSystem 7200. We've been utilizing this solution for the past six months, and our client has achieved their business goals. We may now divide the workloads by using various pools. This …
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is ideal for large-scale production databases with a heavy workload. For the past six months, we've been using this solution, and our client has met their business goals. With the use of several pools, we can now divide the workloads. This software offers a fantastic …
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is ideal for large-scale production databases that require a lot of processing power. For the past six months, we've been using this solution, and our client has met their business objectives. By employing different pools, we can now divide the workloads. This product …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is ideal for large-scale production databases that require a lot of processing power. For the past six months, we've been using this solution, and our client has met their business objectives. By employing different pools, we can now divide the workloads. This product …
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

It demands quick memory in order to process and execute a high number of transactions in a short period of time while retaining strong end-client support. The IBM Flash System 5000 combines dependability, performance, and adaptability into a single package.
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

For medium and large applications that require elite execution memory for their applications and information, a few task groups in my organization employ the IBM Flash System 5000. It has aided us in matching client expectations for further enhanced business conveyance while also improving the …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

]The company work method has been greatly expanded. Reduced information read and compose spans. This has also improved our organization's data recovery. The abilities of the crossover cloud have aided in the faster generation of information, which is beneficial in a crisis.
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

Expanded generally speaking business work process. Decreased exchange information read and compose lengths. It requires quick memory to process and execute an enormous number of exchanges in a short measure of time while keeping up with high assistance accessibility for end clients. Under one …
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

This has additionally brought about superior information recovery for our organization. The mixture of cloud abilities have helped with the speedier development of information, which is valuable in a crisis.
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

A few task groups in my firm use IBM Flash System 5000 for medium and enormous applications that request elite execution memory for their applications and information. It has supported the improvement of in general speed and execution of significant applications, as well as assisting us with …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

Expanded by and large business work process. Diminished exchange of information read and compose spans. This has additionally brought about superior information recovery for our organization. The crossover cloud abilities have helped with the speedier development of information, which is …
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IBM FlashStorage Partner

IBM FlashSystem-This has likewise brought about superior information recovery for our organization. The crossover cloud abilities have supported the speedier development of information, which is advantageous in a crisis.
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

The hybrid solution benefits from the high performance of the IBM Flash System 7200. Due to business requirements and security, we are only using on-premises solutions. Our client benefits from the hybrid solution.
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is ideal for large-scale production databases with a high workload. We have been using this product for the past six months, and our client has met their business objectives. We can now divide workloads by using different pools. This product offers a fantastic repository, …
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

The IBM FlashSystem 7200 is well-suited for large-scale production databases with high workloads. We've been using this product for six months, and our client has met all of their business goals. Using different pools, we can now divide workloads. This product provides an excellent …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

To achieve the business result, IBM FlashSystem 7200 has been implemented in our project for [six months] for critical production environments. This product offers the best repository system as well as high performance for managing business workloads.
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

It has minimal latency because it is a high-performance tool that can help us streamline our operations. It's ideal for anyone who needs to get client data to them quickly and efficiently. However, its reports are the aspect of it that I dislike the least, because I expected reports to be more …
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

It is quite beneficial in terms of providing support for a service that we used for over seven months. It reduced the amount of effort required to complete assignments and duplicate data. Its AI is the most important factor, as the decisions made are more accurate and effective at work.
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

For enterprises with midsized workloads, the IBM Flash System 7200 is more efficient. With end-to-end NVM-e driven IBM Flash core technology and support for even reduced latency, it unleashes the potential of data execution.
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

After replacing a 14u Gen1 V5000 system containing 15K spinning disks with a FS5200 containing 9.6TB Flashcore Modules, performance was such an improvement that it cut 12 hours off of the nightly full system backups. The 2.2/1 compression is just an added bonus.
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

We did not count on data reduction when configuring the system, but we are seeing 2.2/1 compression without any performance penalty. We did not implement deduplication with the system. Overall performance is amazing compared to where we were.
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

The organization uses both entry level and mid-range level system in their remote sites and main data centers. The systems are supporting both iSeries and Open Systems workloads. We haven’t combined the workloads on a single system, but the FlashSystem is more than up to the task.
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

We upgraded from V9000 to IMB FlashSystem and didn't expect to see a significant improvement. It turns out there are a lot of improvements, not just a slight boost in performance. The compression is the biggest improvement. Another great feature is the ability to add additional storage without …
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IBM FlashSystem Performance

When performing benchmark tests with analytics and ETL software such as Data Stage, Informatica, SAS, and Python, the runtimes of the jobs have drastically decreased. Recent tests show a 41% reduction in execution time. Across many analysts, this is a drastic increase in their abilities as they …
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IBM FlashSystem Cost Savings

For our clients, this affects their buying decisions. They calculate how much storage space they will actually need. If there is more compression and deduplication, they purchase less, reducing their costs. Some clients see it the other way that they gain more storage for their spend. They really …
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

Our clients have utilized several types of Flash Storage options, especially when tiering is applied. For backups, they will use lower end storage. For general storage of data, they will utilize a combination of cheaper flash and SSDs, along with spinning disk. However, they are retiring their …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

Our clients like this type of flexibility. They will use commodity SSDs. However, it is important for clients to understand that IBM Flash is almost the same in price as commodity SSDs, with a better and in many cases guaranteed life. The flexiblity is important to clients, but it is more …
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IBM FlashStorage Partner

We work with various partners, including Glass House, Saturn, Vicom, and ViON. All of them have their niche specialty areas. We appreciate their support and all have done a good job with implementation. It comes down to their technical staff and how knowledgeable they are about IBM products and …
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IBM FlashSystem Breadth of Offerings

We utilize the enterprise offerings. Specifically the IBM V9000. We have 6 of these storage arrays between multiple sites. We use the replication feature that is included with the product to help provide disaster recovery for our critical applications. This technology has proven to be very …
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IBM FlashSystem Flexibility

The flexibility provided by the SVC product allows for the ability to have a mix of different storage platforms from different vendors. This allows for more variety and the ability to setup Tiering. This is important in the area of cost savings because it allows us to contain less critical data on …
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IBM FlashStorage Partner

Our IBM business partner InfoSys helped with the purchasing and implementation of our FlashSystem storage environment. They provided great value to our organization by providing the expertise needed to make the best decision to help us to achieve our goals of providing greater performance to our …
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IBM FlashStorage Partner

No, I didn't work with an IBM partner. As a Database Administrator, we aren't responsible for purchases, and most of the time we are alerted of the purchase until it is made.
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Awards

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Popular Features

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  • Flash Array Performance (108)
    8.9
    89%
  • Simplicity (110)
    8.9
    89%
  • Flash Array Integration (109)
    8.3
    83%
  • Data Compression (107)
    8.3
    83%

Reviewer Pros & Cons

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Balaji SG | TrustRadius Reviewer
Balaji SG
Lead Engineer
Freshworks (Marketing & Advertising, 10,001+ employees)
Caden Yarbrough | TrustRadius Reviewer
Caden Yarbrough
Security Specialist
Cortina Solutions (Computer Software, 1-10 employees)
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Features

Enterprise Flash Array Storage

All-flash array storage is a solid state, high performance storage option.

8.6
Avg 9.1
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Product Details

What is IBM Storage FlashSystem?

IBM FlashSystem is an all-flash storage portfolio that promises the following benefits and capabilities:

Engineered to meet modern high-performance application requirements

Ultra-low latency, cost-effectiveness, operational efficiency, and mission-critical reliability are built in to every all-flash storage solution and all-flash array


A comprehensive all-flash storage portfolio

IBM is able to deliver all-flash solutions tailored to the user's storage environments and workloads. IBM financing and payment options are available.


Technology supported by guarantees

IBM states they guaratee endurance, performance and compression are guaranteed, and they offer extended support and maintenance

IBM Storage FlashSystem Features

  • Supported: FlashCore Modules
  • Supported: FCM inline compression
  • Supported: high performance deduplication

IBM Storage FlashSystem Screenshots

Screenshot of IBM-FS-900Screenshot of FlashSystem V9000Screenshot of IBM FlashSystemScreenshot of FlashSystem A9000

IBM Storage FlashSystem Competitors

IBM Storage FlashSystem Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise
Operating SystemsWindows, Linux
Mobile ApplicationNo
Supported LanguagesEnglish

Frequently Asked Questions

IBM's FlashSystem is a flash array storage option.

HPE Nimble Storage, Pure Storage FlashArray, and Dell PowerMax NVMe are common alternatives for IBM Storage FlashSystem.

Reviewers rate Flash Array Performance and Simplicity highest, with a score of 8.9.

The most common users of IBM Storage FlashSystem are from Enterprises (1,001+ employees).
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Reviews and Ratings

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September 25, 2023

The perfect entry level hybrid storage: IBM FlashSystem

Caden Yarbrough | TrustRadius Reviewer
Caden Yarbrough
Security Specialist
Cortina Solutions (Computer Software, 1-10 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
86.66666666666666%
8.7
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
90%
9.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
70%
7.0
Simplicity
90%
9.0
Power Savings
80%
8.0
September 25, 2023

Easy , Fast , high performance storage for high demand IO applications

Anirudh Srinivas | TrustRadius Reviewer
Anirudh Srinivas
Global Enterprise Architect
Kyndryl (Information Technology & Services, 10,001+ employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
80%
8.0
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
70%
7.0
Data Compression
70%
7.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
70%
7.0
Simplicity
90%
9.0
Power Savings
90%
9.0
September 25, 2023

Easy to handle, scalable and performance driven platform for various use cases.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Entertainment Company, 201-500 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
81.66666666666666%
8.2
Flash Array Performance
80%
8.0
Flash Array Integration
80%
8.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
80%
8.0
Simplicity
80%
8.0
Power Savings
80%
8.0
September 23, 2023

IBM Storage FlashSystem is a soldi product at a great pricepoint for SMB high end storage needs.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Higher Education Company, 201-500 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
95%
9.5
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
80%
8.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
90%
9.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
September 19, 2023

Reliable and cost effective Flash of IBM

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Oil & Energy Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
91.66666666666666%
9.2
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
80%
8.0
Data Compression
100%
10.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
70%
7.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
July 08, 2023

Pretty small and powerful storage unit - But take care of your wallet!

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
55%
5.5
Flash Array Performance
80%
8.0
Flash Array Integration
70%
7.0
Data Compression
60%
6.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
N/A
N/A
Simplicity
40%
4.0
Power Savings
80%
8.0
April 25, 2023

IBM Storage FlashSystem use it to believe it.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Renewables & Environment Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
100%
10.0
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
100%
10.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
July 07, 2022

high-performance system over fibre channel.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
ResellerIncentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
95%
9.5
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
90%
9.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
90%
9.0
May 19, 2022

The services provided by IBM FlashSystem 5000 were outstanding.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
98.33333333333334%
9.8
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
April 04, 2022

IBM FlashSystem 5000--the services have been excellent

Verified User
Program Manager in Product Management
Retail Company, 1-10 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
86.66666666666666%
8.7
Flash Array Performance
80%
8.0
Flash Array Integration
90%
9.0
Data Compression
80%
8.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
80%
8.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
90%
9.0
March 21, 2022

It's Reliable and Easy to Use

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
96.66666666666666%
9.7
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
February 23, 2022

Deliver the greatest storage options as well as a high level of performance.

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
88.33333333333334%
8.8
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
80%
8.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
80%
8.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
90%
9.0
February 19, 2022

One of the best and low end flash machine that one can rely upon

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
95%
9.5
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
90%
9.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
February 07, 2022

FlashSystem 5200 upgrade from V5000 provides huge performance improvement and advanced functions

Charles Levy | TrustRadius Reviewer
Charles Levy
Consulting I/T Specialist
Mainline Information Systems (Hospital & Health Care, 201-500 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
ResellerIncentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
100%
10.0
Flash Array Performance
100%
10.0
Flash Array Integration
100%
10.0
Data Compression
100%
10.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
February 02, 2022

IBM FlashSystem 5000--the services have been excellent

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
88.33333333333334%
8.8
Flash Array Performance
80%
8.0
Flash Array Integration
90%
9.0
Data Compression
80%
8.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
90%
9.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
90%
9.0
January 15, 2022

The IBM FlashSystem 5000: Performance, easy to implement and without compromising budget

Verified User
Team Lead in Professional Services
Computer & Network Security Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
88.33333333333334%
8.8
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
90%
9.0
Data Compression
70%
7.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
100%
10.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
80%
8.0
January 13, 2022

A fantastic business outcome

Verified User
Professional in Professional Services
Information Technology & Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
IBM Storage FlashSystem Feature Ratings
Enterprise Flash Array Storage (6)
91.66666666666666%
9.2
Flash Array Performance
90%
9.0
Flash Array Integration
80%
8.0
Data Compression
90%
9.0
Non-Intrusive Upgrades
90%
9.0
Simplicity
100%
10.0
Power Savings
100%
10.0
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