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Pure Storage FlashArray //X20

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Pure Storage FlashArray //X203U rack

The Pure Storage FlashArray //X20 was a 3U enterprise all-NVMe storage array designed to consolidate virtual machines, virtual desktops, and transaction databases. Featuring dual active-active controllers, DirectFlash NVMe media, and Purity//FA data services, it delivered predictable low latency with non-disruptive hardware upgrades.

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Specifications

BrandPure Storage
FamilyFlashArray //X
Form factor3U rack
ReleasedMay 2018
End of saleJun 2023
End of supportJun 2028
Controller configurationDual active-active controllers in 3U enclosure
Operating systemPure Storage Purity//FA
Raw capacityUp to 263TB raw with DirectFlash shelf expansion
Effective capacityUp to 800TB effective with inline data reduction
Drive mediaDirectFlash Modules (4.5TB, 9.1TB, 18.2TB)
Connectivity16Gb/32Gb FC, 10GbE/25GbE iSCSI, and NVMe-oF (RoCEv2)
NvramDual internal NVRAM modules
Data reductionInline deduplication and LZ4/Huffman compression
ManagementPure1 and Purity GUI

Generations

Check compatibility with Pure Storage

Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Pure Storage has tested with the Pure Storage FlashArray //X20.

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FAQ

What array succeeded the FlashArray //X20?

The FlashArray //X20 R4 succeeded the //X20 in June 2023.

Can the FlashArray //X20 be upgraded to newer controllers without downtime?

Yes, Pure's Evergreen Storage program enables controller upgrades without data migration or downtime.

Buying or selling FlashArray //X20?

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.

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