IBM TotalStorage DS8700

Delivering a greater level of capacity than IBM’s DS8300, the IBM System Storage DS8700 is available in Models 941 and 94E.

Using an optional expansion unit, 94E, the DS8700 can scale as follows:

With one Model 94E expansion unit, Model 941 (4-way) supports up to 384 disk drives, for a maximum capacity of up to 384 TB, and up to 32 Fibre Channel/FICON adapters.
With two Model 94E expansion units, Model 941 (4-way) supports up to 640 disk drives, for a maximum capacity of up to 640 TB, and up to 32 Fibre Channel/FICON adapters
With three Model 94E expansion units, Model 941 (4-way) supports up to 896 disk drives, for a maximum capacity of up to 896 TB, and up to 32 Fibre Channel/FICON adapters.
With four Model 94E expansion units, Model 941 (4-way) supports up to 1,024 disk drives, for a maximum capacity of up to 1,024 TB, and up to 32 Fibre Channel/FICON adapters.

Key Features of the IBM DS8700:

Dual two-way or four-way processor complex
Up to 128 GB of processor memory (cache) on a two-way processor and up to 384 GB of processor memory (cache) on a four-way processor complex
Up to 16 host adapters or 64 FCPs on a Model 941 (2-way) and up to 32 host adapters or 128 FCPs on a Model 941 (4-way)

For pricing on new or used IBM TotalStorage DS8700 arrays, upgrades or parts, please contact Vibrant sales at sales@vibrant.com or call 888-443-8606 or 952-653-1700.