Data Storage Devices suit entry-level applications.
Press Release Summary:
Offered in single and dual controller configurations with modular design, TotalStorage® DS300 and DS400 support requirements for increasing volumes of data in IBM xSeries® environment. Scalable to 2 TB, DS300 leverages standard Ethernet infrastructure to offer simplified SAN solution and incorporates iSCSI subsystem. Scalable to 5.8 TB, DS400 provides storage for higher-performing Fibre Channel storage fabrics and incorporates Fibre Channel subsystem.
Original Press Release:
IBM TotalStorage DS300 and IBM TotalStorage DS400 - a Powerful Combination of Price/Performance in Entry-Level Storage
At a glance
The IBM TotalStorage DS300 and IBM TotalStorage DS400 provide xSeries customers with:
· Potentially lower total cost of ownership via high performance Ultra320 SCSI Drives
· Common, proven ServeRAID Manager for storage management and configuration
· Management for both PCI RAID and DS external storage
· Management software integrated into IBM Director (planned availability 1Q2005)
· Investment protection by facilitating connection of EXP400 behind DS400 for expansion up to 5.8 TB
· Software features for business continuance and disaster recovery, at entry-level prices
· Modular design allows easy upgrades and additions to match the application environment as it evolves
· Choice of cost-effective, easy-to-use iSCSI or proven, high performing Fibre Channel products
· Simultaneous support from Windows(TM) and Linux(TM) running on supported IBM xSeries and BladeCenter servers
The IBM iSCSI Adapter provides xSeries customers with hardware-based remote boot ability, failover protection, and unmatched, industry-proven IBM reliability and quality.
The BladeCenter drive option provides 40 GB of online storage for applications and data.
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: SE001
Overview
The IBM TotalStorage® DS300 and IBM TotalStorage DS400 are cost-effective, scalable, high-performance, entry-level solutions for workgroup storage applications. They are able to support requirements for increasing volumes of data in the IBM xSeries® environment.
Highlights of IBM TotalStorage DS300:
· Leverages standard Ethernet infrastructure to offer simple, affordable SAN solution
· Cost-effective iSCSI subsystem for workgroup storage applications such as file print, Web serving, and remote boot for diskless servers.
· Investment protection by using current xSeries disk drives and carriers
· Scalable to 2 TB of storage
Highlights of IBM TotalStorage DS400:
· Cost-effective storage for higher performing Fibre Channel (FC) storage fabrics
· Fibre Channel subsystem for workgroup storage applications such as e-mail servers, collaborative databases, and Web serving
· Easy-to-use IBM ServeRAID(TM) Manager provides common management software for IBM TotalStorage DS400 Storage Subsystem and ServeRAID PCI RAID products
· Scalable to 5.8 TB by attaching up to two additional EXP400 enclosures
· Leverages investment in EXP400 enclosure for affordable DAS to SAN migration
Both the IBM TotalStorage DS400 and IBM TotalStorage DS300 include:
· Modular design for easy upgrades and additions to match the application environment as it evolves
· Single and dual controller configurations
· Enterprise-class software features for business continuance and disaster recovery, at entry-level prices
Highlights of IBM iSCSI Adapter
· Works at speeds up to 1 Gbps1, full duplex
· Supports both 3.3v and 5v slots
· Single port PCI-X 64-bit/133 MHz copper adapter
· Half high card with a standard size bracket
· Delivers unmatched, industry proven IBM reliability and quality
For a copy of the applicable product warranties, contact your reseller or IBM2. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services including those designated as ServerProven® or ClusterProven®.
1 Gbps, GHz, and MHz denote the internal and/or external clock speed of the microprocessor only, not application performance. Many factors affect application performance.
2 For information on the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, visit http://www.ibm.com/servers/support/machine_warranties/
You can also call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request.
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