IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI Delivers Memory and Networking

IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI delivers memory and networking options

IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI is an enterprise-grade private cloud for Red Hat OpenShift container platform that can be easily implemented.

It features commodity 1U x86 storage-rich servers (models 9155-C00 and 9155-C01) populated with high-speed NVMe flash storage and the Spectrum Fusion global data platform, all factory integrated for simplicity of deployment and ease of operation. You can learn more about IBM Spectrum Fusion and IBM Spectrum Fusion HCI at the IBM Spectrum Fusion page.

Additional memory upgrade options
IBM Systems offers 2 additional memory configurations available for Spectrum Fusion HCI 9155-C00 and 9155-C01 servers. Previously, 9155-C00 and 9155-C01 servers were only available with 256GB of RAM.

• 512GB memory upgrade: Additional 512GB memory can be ordered with new 9155-C00 and 9155-C01 servers, or it can be ordered as an MES upgrade to C00 and C01 servers in the field.
• 1,024GB memory upgrade: The 1,024GB memory upgrade is not available for new orders of 9155-C00 and 9155-C01. It is only available as an RPQ MES upgrade. The RPQ is #8S1881.

Network connectivity options
Spectrum Fusion HCI requires additional networking cables and transceivers to connect Spectrum Fusion HCI to client data center networks. Previously, clients were required to purchase these additional components through other channels. With this release, common network cables and transceivers are available for ordering with Spectrum Fusion HCI orders.

Key requirements: None

Planned availability date: March 4, 2022

Availability within a country is subject to local legal requirements.