Key facts
- Brand
- IBM
- Model
- DS5020
- Category
- Storage Disk
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2023-10-17
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IBM System Storage DS5020 Installation User and Maintenance Guide
This document serves as the official Installation, User's, and Maintenance Guide for the IBM System Storage DS5020 Storage Subsystem. It covers the entire lifecycle of the device, from initial site preparation and rack installation to daily operation and troubleshooting. The guide provides detailed instructions on cabling configurations for Fibre Channel and iSCSI connections, as well as procedures for connecting storage expansion enclosures.
Read onlineIBM DS5020 specifications
| Fibre Channel Interface Speed | 8 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Optional iSCSI Interface Speed | 1 Gbps |
| Maximum Number of Drives | 112 |
| Maximum Physical Storage Capacity | 112 TB |
| Physical Cache | 4 GB (2 GB per controller) |
| Number of FC Host Ports | 8 |
| Supported Drive Types | FC, FDE, SATA (mixed) |
Source: IBM DS5020 Express User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What safety information should be read before using the product?
Users must read the general information in the 'Safety' section and the 'Notices' section before using the information and the product.
From: IBM System Storage DS5020 Installation User and Maintenance Guide
Which operating systems are supported by the DS5020?
The document lists 'Operating system support' as a specific section within the Introduction chapter.
From: IBM System Storage DS5020 Installation User and Maintenance Guide
How many Fibre Channel ports does the DS5020 Express support?
It supports up to eight independent 8 Gbps Fibre Channel host ports.
What is the maximum physical storage capacity of the DS5020 Express?
The system can provide up to 112 TB of physical storage capacity.