Duration

3 days

Overview

This course starts with an overview of the IBM FlashSystem V9000 and IBM FlashSystem 900 all-flash storage solutions. We will review the history of IBM flash storage and describes the key elements of the IBM FlashCore Technology. You will review Hardware Accelerated I/O, IBM MicroLatency Module, and Advanced Flash Management and how each element is employed in IBM FlashSystem 900 and IBM FlashSystem V9000 storage solution. We will then discuss the advantage of the IBM FlashCore Technology and it usage.

Learning Journeys or Training Paths that reference this course:

IBM Flash Systems

Audience

This intermediate course is for personnel who are assessing and planning to deploy IBM Flash storage and solutions.

Prerequisites

It is recommended you attend the following classes prior to taking this course.

Introduction to Storage (SS01G)
IBM Flash Storage Fundamentals (SSFS1G) or
Flash Storage Fundamentals (SSFW1G)

Key topics

This course contains the following Units:

Objectives

After completing this course, you should be able to:

Recall the history and fundamentals of the IBM Flash System storage
Summarize the infrastructure of the IBM Flash Core Technology
Categorize the positioning of the IBM Flash System product family
Classify the characteristics of the IBM Flash System 900 and IBM Flash System V9000 systems
Identify the connectivity, zoning, cabling requirements to implement a Flash System clustered system
Identify the various methods to implement a Flash System solution
List the advanced software features designed to simplify data management, improve data security, and preserve storage investments
Identify the various options to centralize the management of storage resource and to service an IBM Flash System environment

Follow-on courses

Please reference our Training and Certification web site for additional courses.

Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.