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PowerFlex
PowerFlex

PowerFlex

Comprehensive and adaptable software-defined infrastructure that combines compute and block storage.
High-value
IDC projects up to

276%

Trusted
Storage solution for

4/5

Reliable
Up to

Six 9s

Efficient
Guaranteed

2x

The ultimate software-defined infrastructure

EXTREME BUSINESS AGILITY

Flexible deployment options and extensive automation create a versatile architecture. Easily scale compute and storage resources independently or together without disruption and adjust resource pools to meet changing business requirements.

HIGH PERFORMANCE AND SCALE

Software-driven optimisation consolidates resources across nodes while improving data path and placement. Deliver unrestricted I/O and throughput performance with sub-millisecond latency and linear scalability to thousands of nodes.

UNCONSTRAINED CONSOLIDATION

Easily integrate with DevOps workflows with a common infrastructure that features a rich ecosystem of modern application delivery and container management tools and platforms.

Where PowerFlex excels

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PowerFlex rack

A rack-scale system with integrated networking. Engineered, built, managed, supported, and sustained as a single system with full lifecycle support.

UNIQUE FEATURES:
  • Fully integrated rack-scale fabric
  • No assembly required
PowerFlex appliance PowerFlex appliance
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PowerFlex appliance

A base configuration of four nodes that integrates with existing network infrastructure. Flexible form factors are pre-configured and validated to simplify deployments.

UNIQUE FEATURES:
  • Flexible networking options
  • Minimal assembly required
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PowerFlex custom nodes

Validated server building blocks configured for use with PowerFlex. Thousands of configuration options make custom nodes ideal for IT teams who prefer to build their own environments.

UNIQUE FEATURES:
  • DIY networking and management
  • Fully customisable
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Dell APEX Block Storage for Public Cloud APEX Public Cloud Storage Illustration

Dell APEX Block Storage for Public Cloud

Software-defined storage for block-based workloads in the public cloud. Experience the same performance, linear scalability, and resiliency as on-premises storage services.

DEPLOYMENT PLATFORMS:
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Microsoft Azure
Test drive PowerFlex management
Experience PowerFlex management software with self-paced virtual labs and guided demos.
Learn about key features of PowerFlex management through guided demonstrations.
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Future-Proof Program

Maximise your investments with benefits that span storage, data protection, networking, and servers.
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SPEC SHEET

Dell PowerFlex: unbounded software-defined infrastructure

Combine compute and high-performance software-defined storage resources in a managed, unified fabric for both block and file storage.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

IDC summary: The Business Value of Dell PowerFlex

PowerFlex is a software-defined infrastructure platform with high ROI and TCO benefits.

WHITEPAPER

IDC full report: The Business Value of Dell PowerFlex

"Each study participant achieved a payback on their PowerFlex investments within eight months, on average."

INFOGRAPHIC

Dell APEX Block Storage for Public Cloud

Increase agility, accelerate deployment time, and improve overall TCO.