IBM i Storage Management Software

Is IBM Storage Virtualize software licensed separately from FlashSystem hardware?

Yes. IBM FlashSystem is the physical array and its FlashCore Module drives; IBM Storage Virtualize is the software that runs on that array, and features like replication, encryption, and automated tiering are commonly split between what is bundled with the base array and what is sold as separate licensed entitlements. Budget the software licensing scope as its own line item rather than assuming everything is included with the hardware purchase.

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Yes. IBM FlashSystem is the physical array and its FlashCore Module drives; IBM Storage Virtualize is the software that runs on that array, and features like replication, encryption, and automated tiering are commonly split between what is bundled with the base array and what is sold as separate licensed entitlements. Budget the software licensing scope as its own line item rather than assuming everything is included with the hardware purchase.

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