The Virtual Storage Platform 5000 series storage system is a high-performance, large-capacity data storage system. The storage system consists of a controller chassis, one or more drive chassis, and internal PCIe switches with copper or optical interfaces and is powered by a new multi-node architecture available in 2, 4, 8, and 12 controller systems.
The Virtual Storage Platform 5000 series is shipped to customers as factory-integrated storage systems installed in a Hitachi Universal rack, with all components mounted and cabled, and all software and software licenses installed by Hitachi Vantara representatives. All systems incorporate state-of-the-art virtualization, data-management, and fault-tolerant technologies.