The IBM TotalStorage DS4500 (formerly IBM FAStT900 Storage Server) is a member of the IBM TotalStorage DS4000 series. The DS4500 is an enterprise-class storage server that is designed to provide performance and flexibility for today's demanding data-intensive computing environments. Request a quote now on Used IBM FAStT 900 Models, or contact us at info@vibrant.com or 888-443-8606 with any questions and price requests.


IBM FAStT900, TotalStorage DS4500 Features
Specifications Description
Model 1742-90U
RAID Controller Dual active 2GB RAID controllers
Cache 2GB, battery-backed
Host Interface Fibre Channel (FC) Switched and FC Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL)
Connectivity 4 standard, up to 8 via additional mini-hubs
Drive Interface FC-AL
Supported Drives 250GB, 7,200 rpm (2Gbps FC) 36.4GB, 73.4GB and 146.8GB 10,000 rpm (2Gbps) 18.2GB, 36.4GB and 73.4GB 15,000 rpm (2Gbps FC)
RAID Levels 0, 1, 3, 5, 10
Storage Partitioning 16, upgradeable to 64
Max Drives Supported 224 (using 16 DS4000 EXP100 or 16 DS4000 EXP700 Expansion Units)
Fans and Power Supplys Dual redundant, hot-swappable
Rack Support 19-inch, industry-standard rack
Management Software IBM TotalStorage DS4000 Storage Manager version 8.3, 8.4, 8.41 or 9.1
SAN Support Supported IBM FC switches and directors (product numbers 2109, 3534, 2031, 2032, 2042, and 2062)
Warranty 3-year parts and labor warranty, next-business-day resonse; upgradeable to 24x7 support with 4-hour response
 
IBM DS4000 EXP100 Exp Unit
Specifications Description
Model 1710-10U
Number of Drives Supported Up to 14 Serial ATA 250GB, 7200 rpm
Fans and Power Supplys Dual redundant, hot swappable
 
IBM DS4000 EXP700 Exp Unit
Specifications Description
Model 1740-1RU
Number of Drives Supported Up to 14 FC drives (18.2GB, 36.4GB, 73.4GB or 146.8GB)
Fans and Power Supplys Dual redundant, hot swappable

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