IBM System Storage DS3524 Express Single Controller Storage System

IBM System Storage DS3524 Express Single Controller Storage System

Highlights

• 6 Gbps SAS systems deliver midrange performance and scalability at entry-level prices
• Data consolidation to ensure data availability and efficiency
• Energy saving implementations for cost savings
• Management expertise built into an intuitive and powerful storage management software
• Investment protection and cost-effective backup and recovery with remote mirror across FC and compatibility with DS5000 and DS4000®
• Mixed host interfaces support enables DAS and SAN tiering reducing overall operation and acquisition costs
• Full Disk Encryption with local key management provides relentless data security

IBM has combined best-of-breed development with leading 6 Gbps host interface and drive technology in the IBM System Storage® DS3500 Express®. With its simple, efficient and flexible approach to storage, the DS3500 is a cost-effective, fully integrated complement to System x® servers, BladeCenter® and Power Systems™. Offering substantial improvements at a price that will fit most budgets, the DS3500 delivers superior price to performance ratios, functionality, scalability and ease of use for the entry-level storage user.

DS3500 Express is designed to offer:

• Scalability to midrange performance and features starting at entry-level prices
• Efficiency to help reduce annual energy expenditures and environmental footprint
• Simplicity that does not sacrifice control with the perfect combination of robustness and ease of use

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