Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S5
The Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S5 is an entry-level hybrid storage array designed for small businesses and branch offices. Providing dual active-active controllers, 8GB cache memory, support for up to 96 drive bays, and multi-protocol connectivity (16Gb FC, 10Gb iSCSI, 12Gb SAS), it offers reliable storage virtualization and data encryption.
Specifications
| Brand | Fujitsu |
|---|---|
| Family | ETERNUS DX |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Nov 2019 |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Controllers | Dual active-active |
| Cache memory | 8GB |
| Max drives | 96 |
| Host interfaces | 16Gb FC, 10Gb iSCSI, 12Gb SAS |
| Max raw capacity | 1536TB |
Generations
- Previous generation: Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S4
Works together
How the Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S5 connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
Fibre Channel SAN
Match the speed: 16Gb and 32Gb FC HBAs, switches and array ports work together, and each generation also runs one or two speeds below its own (a 32Gb port runs at 16Gb and 8Gb).
Servers
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2530 M5 1U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2540 M5 2U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M5 2U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2530 M6 1U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX2540 M6 2U rack
Fujitsu PRIMERGY RX4770 M6 3U rack
Adapters for the server
540-BBUU Dell Emulex LPe31002 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BBUV Dell QLogic 2692 Dual Port 16Gb Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter
540-BCMS Dell QLogic 2770 Single Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
540-BCMT Dell QLogic 2772 Dual Port 32Gb Fibre Channel PCIe Adapter
Switches
Optics
57-1000262-01 Brocade 16G FC SFP+ ELWL 25 km
57-1000487-01 Brocade 16G FC SFP+ SWL
DS-SFP-FC16G-LW Cisco 16Gbps Fibre Channel Longwave SFP+ Transceiver
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- Virtualization storage Ledger: scored storage platforms mrplanb.com
- SAN transport and NVMe over FC for backup mrplanb.com
- What an hour of downtime costs outagecost.org
Check compatibility with Fujitsu
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Fujitsu has tested with the Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S5.
- Specifications Fujitsu PRIMERGY and ETERNUS product documentation
- Support Fujitsu Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What encryption methods are supported on the ETERNUS DX60 S5?
The system supports Self-Encrypting Drives (SED) and controller-based firmware encryption for data-at-rest protection.
What expansion enclosures connect to the DX60 S5?
It supports standard 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch 12Gb/s SAS drive enclosures up to a maximum of 96 total drives.
Buying or selling ETERNUS DX60 S5?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Fujitsu ETERNUS DX60 S5 Datasheet, checked 2026-10-28