Seventh-generation disk storage architecture for performance and longevity
The IBM System Storage DS5000 series disk system is specifically designed to meet midrange/departmental storage requirements, delivering high performance, advanced function, high availability, and modular and scalable storage capacity. Features include:
The IBM DS5000 series initial offering consists of the DS5100 and DS5300 high-performance storage controllers and the matching EXP5000 storage expansion unit. DS5100 and DS5300 controllers can attach up to 16 EXP5000 expansion units. The IBM DS5000 series represents the seventh-generation architecture within the midrange disk family.