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OR – 47 Ronin Signing
June 17, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Oregon, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Dark Horse founder Mike Richardson signs 47 Ronin at Things From Another World in Beaverton, OR on Wednesday, July 9th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm!
Press Release:
Since founding Things From Another World in 1979 and Dark Horse Comics in 1986, Mike Richardson has accomplished many things, including opening a dozen retail locations, producing nearly 30 films and TV series, and writing countless comics, books, and graphic novels.
Now he returns to his roots with a 47 Ronin Signing and Meet & Greet July 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Beaverton TFAW–where he worked the counter from 1982 to 1988! Both longtime customers and new faces are invited to catch up with Richardson while enjoying free food and beer (21+ with ID).
With 47 Ronin, Richardson has brought Japan's enduring national legend to comics–with artist Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo). The tale of the 47 Ronin and their epic mission to avenge their wronged master epitomizes the samurai code of honor, and Richardson and Sakai have done justice to their story! Meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated, this collection of the acclaimed miniseries recounts this sweeping saga of honor and violence in all its grandeur.
Now's your chance to enjoy an evening with Mike Richardson at the Beaverton TFAW July 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. Catch up with Richardson, enjoy free food and beer, and purchase your copy of the 47 Ronin hardcover graphic novel for just $19.99!
Things From Another World
4390 SW Lloyd Ave, Beaverton, Oregon 97005
(503) 643-4222
NJ – Free Comic Book Day 2014
April 15, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Free Comic Book Day, New Jersey, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Larry Hama, Ron Marz, Bryan J.L. Glass, and more appear at Level Up Entertainment on Saturday May 3rd for Free Comic Book Day!
Press Release:
It's the most wonderful day of the year! Join us on May 3rd for free comics, special guests, vendors, artists, prizes, costume contest, sales, and more!
Some of this year's special events include:
TRANSFORMERS vs GI JOE #0 LAUNCH PARTY, brought to you by IDW Publishing!
Unveiling of this year's GI JOE vs TRANSFORMERS EPIC DIORAMA!
Special Q&A and workshop with the talented RON MARZ!
Guests include:
Ron Marz – Writer
Best known for: Green Lantern, Silver Surfer, Marvel vs DC, Star Wars, Batman/Aliens
Larry Hama – Writer
Best known for: G.I. Joe, Bucky O'Hare, Avengers, Wolverine
Bryan J.L. Glass – Writer
Best known for: The Mice Templar, Furious, Thor: First Thunder, Valkyrie
Robert Bruce – Popculturist
Best known for: AMC's Comic Book Men
Mark Bellomo - Author
Best known for: Totally Tubular 80's Toys, Transformers: Identification & Price Guide, The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe
Justin Piatt and Zack Dolan – SUPER!
Level Up Entertainment
4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, New Jersey 08330
(609) 569-9200
Dark Horse Comics Schedule for Emerald City Comicon 2014
March 24, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Convention News, Horror, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Top Stories, Washington
Dark Horse Comics is headed to the Pacific Northwest's foremost, fastest growing and sold out pop culture convention – Emerald City Comicon.
Comics featuring ECCC exclusive variant covers are $5.00 each and available in limited quantities. Ten per person each day. All proceeds from the ECCC variant of The Witcher will benefit Sharon and Stan Sakai.
Friday, March 28
11:00—AM MIND MGMT, STAR WARS: REBEL HEIST Matt Kindt
12:00—PM SERENITY: LEAVES ON THE WIND #1 EMERALD CITY COMICON VARIANT Jenny Frison
1:00—PM COLDER Paul Tobin
2:00—PM DREAM THIEF Jai Nitz, NEVER ENDING Adam Knave and D. J. Kirkbride
3:30—PM PROJECT BLACK SKY Joshua Williamson (Captain Midnight), Christopher Sebela (Ghost), Joshua Hale Fialkov (Skyman), Frank Barbiere (Blackout), and Fred Van Lente (Brain Boy)
4:30—PM THE WHITE SUITS Frank Barbiere, BATTLEPUG Mike Norton
5:30—PM MASS EFFECT: FOUNDATION Tony Parker, DRAGON AGE Chad Hardin
10:00 AM—BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 10, ANGEL & FAITH SEASON 9, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 10 #1 EMERALD CITY COMICON VARIANT Rebekah Isaacs
11:00 AM—USAGI YOJIMBO, THE WITCHER #1 EMERALD CITY COMICON VARIANT Stan Sakai, THE WITCHER Paul Tobin
12:00 PM—STAR WARS: DARK TIMES Randy Stradley and Doug Wheatley
1:00 PM—TOMB RAIDER Gail Simone
2:00 PM—VEIL, VEIL #1 EMERALD CITY COMICON VARIANT Greg Rucka
3:00 PM—EMPOWERED Adam Warren
3:00 PM—MIND MGMT, STAR WARS: REBEL HEIST Matt Kindt
4:00 PM—CITY OF ROSES Patric Reynolds, BAD HOUSES Sara Ryan, THE FIFTH BEATLE Andrew C. Robinson
5:00 PM—BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 10, ANGEL & FAITH SEASON 9, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER SEASON 10 #1 EMERALD CITY COMICON VARIANT Rebekah Isaacs
6:00 PM—BANDETTE Paul Tobin and Colleen Coover, SABERTOOTH SWORDSMAN Damon Gentry
11:00—AM PROJECT BLACK SKY Joshua Williamson (Captain Midnight), Christopher Sebela (Ghost), Joshua Hale Fialkov (Skyman), Frank Barbiere (Blackout), Fred Van Lente (Brain Boy), and Tim Seeley and Mike Norton (The Occultist)
12:00—PM FURIOUS Bryan J. L. Glass, THE VICTORIES Michael Avon Oeming
1:00—PM ELFQUEST Richard and Wendy Pini
2:00—PM STAR WARS: LEGACY Corinna Bechko, Gabriel Hardman, Dave Wilkins, and Brian Thies
3:00—PM PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES Paul Tobin and Ron Chan
2:00 PM Dark Horse Builds Characters: Project Black Sky, Room TCC 301
Join Matthew Meylikhov of Multiversity Comics (MultiversityComics.com) to discuss Dark Horse superheroes with some of the industry's top talent, including Fred Van Lente (Brain Boy), Josh Williamson (Captain Midnight), Christopher Sebela (Ghost), Tim Seeley and Mike Norton (The Occultist), Frank Barbiere (Blackout), and Joshua Hale Fialkov (Skyman).
4:00 PM Exploring the Mythos of Prometheus/Aliens/Predator/AVP, Room TCC 301
Join Dark Horse editor in chief Scott Allie and writers Josh Williamson, Chris Roberson, Paul Tobin, and Christopher Sebela as they delve into the interconnections of the upcoming Prometheus, Aliens, Predator, and Alien vs. Predator comics.
UK – Chew Signing
February 18, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, England, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Writer John Layman signs 'Chew' Comics and Graphic Novels at the Forbidden Planet London Megastore on Monday 17th March from 6:00 to 7:00pm!
Tony Chu is a cop with a secret. A weird secret. Tony Chu is Cibopathic, which means he gets psychic impressions from whatever he eats. It also means he's a hell of a detective, as long as he doesn't mind nibbling on the corpse of a murder victim to figure out whodunit, and why. It's a dirty job – and Tony has to eat terrible things in the name of justice. And if that wasn't bad enough, the government has figured out Tony Chu`s secret. They have plans for him… whether he likes it or not.
John Layman is the creator, writer and letterer of CHEW, the New York Times best-selling, Harvey Award and multi-Eisner Award winning cannibal cop comedy series from Image Comics. Layman was an editor for WildStorm Production and has written or lettered for every major publisher in comics for the last decade and a half. CHEW was the 2011 Eisner winner for Best Continuing Series, and winner of both the Eisner and the Harvey in 2010 for Best New Series. Currently, he's finishing a run on Detective Comics for DC and working on the upcoming Batman Eternal Weekly. He's written Aliens, Mars Attacks, Godzilla, Thundercats, Gambit, Scarface, Red Sonja, Marvel Zombies Vs. Army of Darkness, House of M: Fantastic Four, the Marvel Identity Wars Annuals, Stephen Colbert's Tek Jansen… and a whole lotta other stuff. He loves kitties, Legos and Grand Theft Auto.
Forbidden Planet London Megastore
179 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JR
CA – Aliens Screening
January 30, 2014 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Video Games
Jenette Goldstein (Pvt. Vasquez) appears at a special midnight screening of ALIENS on Friday February 7, 2014!
Press Release:
Nerds Like Us hosts a screening of James Cameron's 1986 SciFi blockbuster ALIENS where they will be joined by one of the stars of the film- Jenette Goldstein who portrayed fan favorite Pvt. Vasquez! Tix are $10.50 and we look forward to having an enthusiastic and awesome crowd!
**We love an excuse for enthusiastic super-fans to dress up, so if you wanna wear a costume we love it! We'll also have prizes to give away for a Sci-Fit costume contest if there's people dressed up! Any Sci-Fi cosplay/costume is fine not just Aliens**
Nerds Like Us is a monthly Friday midnight movie series made just for you… NERDS! We show the classic nerdy films of your golden days and beyond! See some of your favorite movies in a way you've never been able to experience them before, ON THE BIG SCREEN!!!
**Parking is street only. Make sure to read all signs and do not park in valet or paid parking lots, they WILL close at 2am. You may park at the VONS across the street but most park in the row furthest east and go in to be put on the manager's list for Midnight Movie goers**
*Important request- we understand the nature of midnight films draws a more fun and fanatical crowd! We absolutely embrace this and we love when people sing-along with musical numbers or quote along with famous lines. Please, however, respect other theatre goers who are enjoying these films for the first time in decades on the screen and don't have loud "living-room" style conversation in the theatre. Thanks, and enjoy the show!
The Vista Theatre
4473 Sunset Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90027
IL – Star Wars Reads Day 2013
October 1, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Comic Books, Gaming, Horror, Illinois, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Artist Dave Dorman signs at Barnes & Noble this Saturday October 5, 2013 at 2:00 pm for Star Wars Reads Day! There will be costume contests, trivia, crafts and more throughout the afternoon!
Barnes & Noble – Spring Hill Mall
1468 Springhill Mall Blvd, West Dundee, IL 60118
CA – To Hell You Ride Signing
January 6, 2013 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, California, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television, Top Stories
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Lance Henriksen signs at Amoeba Music on Tuesday January 8th at 7:00pm. Henriksen will sign copies of books 1 & 2 of the new comic book To Hell You Ride.
To Hell You Ride is a new horror series written by Lance Henriksen (Millennium, Aliens, Near Dark) and Joseph Maddrey (Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film), with art by Tom Mandrake.
Book 1 will be available for purchase starting 12/27 and Book 2 will be available for purchase January 8th (day of event).
To attend signing, books must be purchased at Amoeba – retain receipt for admittance.
– Ticketholders may get their comic book(s) and ONE additional item signed at this event – Amoeba will have a photograher to take pictures with Lance (no personal camera or phone pics at signing table to keep the line moving smoothly)
Lance Henriksen is best known to the film and television audiences for his roles in science fiction and horror motion pictures such as the Alien franchise (Aliens, Alien 3 and Alien vs. Predator), Near Dark, The Terminator and The Quick and The Dead, as well at the highly acclaimed television show, Millennium and recently on Nickelodeon's Legend of Korra. He is vastly sought after as actor and voice over artist and continues to work prominently in television and feature films.
"Dark Horse Comics took a chance on a handshake. A year and a half later we are closing in on the fifth issue of To Hell Your Ride. We have channeled the whole adventure, sharing the work load between Tom Mandrake, Joseph Maddrey and myself. I have never been more excited about revealing my work to an audience….." – Lance Henriksen.
To Hell You Ride: White Man's Guilt tells the story of a ritual from the past that presents itself in modern day. The story begins in Colorado in the winter of 1881 where a violent ceremony has been unleashed. The tale flashes to present day with the advent of Two-Dogs, a drifting Native American about to embark on his greatest life or death challenge.
Amoeba Music
6400 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
NYC – The Victim Signing
August 8, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Horror, Movies, New York, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Top Stories
Film stars Michael Biehn (Terminator, Aliens, The Abyss) and Jennifer Blanc (The Crow, The Divide) will sign free posters and pose for photos with fans to promote their new new movie: THE VICTIM on Thursday, August 23, 2012 from 6:00pm until 7:00pm!
Midtown Comics will also give away free passes to the opening in New York City on August 24th at the Quad Cinema!
THE VICTIM Directed and written by: Michael Biehn
Midtown Comics
64 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10038
CA – Hollywood & Heroes Charity Event
June 1, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television
Emerald Knights Comics hosts a charity event for the Shriner's Hospital Los Angeles on Saturday June 9th from 12-7PM. It will be a day of games, signings, photo opportunities and a custom RPG by writer Keith Baker. Over 40 Cosplayers and members of the 501st Legion will be on hand for photos.
Scheduled to appear:
Maria Olsen (Paranormal Activity 3, Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief)
Marilyn Ghigliotti (Clerks, Alien Armageddon)
Mark Ryan (Charlie's Angels, The Prestige, Transformers)
Ricco Ross (Aliens, Doctor Who (TV), Babylon 5 (TV), Wishmaster)
Aaron Smolinski (Superman, The Outer Limits (TV), Wishmaster 3)
Isaac Singleton Jr. (Galaxy Quest, Planet of the Apes (2001), Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, X-Files (TV))
Robert Mammana (Star Trek: The Next Generation (TV), Star Trek: Voyager (TV), Flight Plan)
Members of the Guild: Jeff Lewis, Sandeep Parikh, Vincent Caso, Robin Thorsen
Ticket prices: 1 Ticket = $5 3 Tickets = $10 6 Tickets = $15 10 Tickets = $20 Wristband for all day fun = $30
*Additional charges may apply.
Emerald Knights Comics will also have a silent auction that will run from June 1st to June 9th.
Emerald Knights Comics and Games
4116 W. Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505
OR – Black & White Gallery Exhibition
May 22, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Art Show, Comic Books, Oregon, Signing and Appearance Profiles
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Artist Patric Reynolds appears at TFAW in Portland on June 2, 2012 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Press Release:
Things From Another World (TFAW) is proud to announce a month-long Patric Reynolds: Black & White Gallery Exhibition, debuting during the new Portland TFAW's Grand Opening Party June 2 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Guests will be treated to an up-close look at 15 of Reynold's favorite pieces, which will be displayed throughout the month of June. Complimentary food and beer (for those 21+ with ID) will be provided.
Patric Reynolds is one of the most exciting up-and-coming artist in comics. His raw, dramatic style will be featured in Dark Horse Comics' upcoming Falling Skies Season 2 prequel, written by Paul Tobin and based on the popular TNT television show. Reynolds is also well-known for his work on Let Me In, Serenity: Float Out, and Abe Sapien.
"The most exciting thing about our new Portland store is that it offers us a lot of opportunities to expand into new areas, like gallery shows," said TFAW Senior Director of Retail Operations Andrew McIntire. "Patric's art will be the perfect addition to our epic Grand Opening party, and we're proud to display it all month long."
Reynolds' gallery pieces will include pages from Let Me In, Serenity: Float Out, Falling Skies, and Aliens: Colonial Marines, among others, as well as several character sketches. These pieces will be available for sale throughout the month of June. Don't miss TFAW's Grand Opening celebration–mark June 2 down now!
Things From Another World
2916 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232


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National Museums Liverpool
Lady Lever Art Gallery
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0151 478 4136
0151 478 4612
0151 478 4178
0151 478 4140
0151 478 4110
The jewel in the crown of the garden village of Port Sunlight, housing the magnificent personal collection of the first Lord Leverhulme.
Venue Type:
Gallery, Industrial heritage site
The gallery includes Pre-Raphaelites, paintings by Turner and Constable, 18th century furniture alongside ceramics, Wedgwood, sculpture, tapestries, Chinese art, Greek and Roman antiquities, Masonic and Napoleonic memorabilia.
Collection details
Archives, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Weapons and War, World Cultures
Key artists and exhibits
- Joshua Reynolds; Thomas Gainsborough; George Romney; George Stubbs; Turner; Millais; Holman Hunt; Leighton; Rossetti; Burne-Jones; Alma-Tadema; Waterhouse; Sargent; Chippendale; Vosper's Salem
Picturing Venice
- 1 May — 27 September 2015
'Picturing Venice' will feature works by artists including Turner, Sickert and Brangwyn, drawn from National Museums Liverpool's outstanding collections.
It will explore the stylistic developments of European art between the mid 17th century and 20th century through images of this remarkable city.
Every year over 15 million tourists visit Venice to enjoy its architecture and learn its history. This exhibition will look at the origins of this tourism and what has become a cultural pilgrimage for many.
Chinese New Year celebrations
- 19 — 21 February 2015
Celebrate Chinese New Year with creative fun for all the family. Join us for exciting craft activities, stories and performances in the gallery.
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- 28 February 2015
Is your child aged between 7 and 12? Do they love art and being creative? If so, why not join our family art club. On the last Saturday of every month a member of our education team will help you explore the gallery and get hands on in this interactive workshop. Each month you and your child will be able to try new techniques, experiment with different materials and learn new skills.
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The IBM® FlashSystem™ 840 storage system delivers high performance, efficiency, and reliability for shared enterprise storage environments, helping clients around the world address performance issues with their most important applications and infrastructure. IBM FlashSystem 840 is designed to provide scalable performance for the most demanding enterprise class applications, including virtualized or bare-metal OLTP and OLAP databases, virtual desktop infrastructures, technical computing applications, and cloud environments.
January 26, 2015 - Updated to add the latest R1.3 information for the new 1300W power supply option and GUI productivity enhancement information
For related information about this topic, refer to the following IBM Redbooks publication:
Implementing IBM FlashSystem 840, SG24-8189-01
This IBM® Redbooks® Product Guide describes IBM FlashSystem™ 840. Today's global organizations depend upon the ability to unlock business insights from massive volumes of data, and they need to be able to do it faster than the competition. Flash technology has changed the economics of today's data center by eliminating storage bottlenecks. Flash technology has redefined the performance, efficiency, and reliability of data-intensive applications. In fact, IBM flash storage offerings provide extreme input/output operations per second (IOPS) performance in a power-efficient footprint.
FlashSystem 840 is optimized for the data center to enable organizations of all sizes to strategically harness the value of stored data. IBM FlashSystem 840 delivers a competitive advantage for the modern organizations and enterprises. It provides flexible capacity and extreme performance for the most demanding applications, including virtualized or bare-metal online transaction processing (OLTP) and online analytical processing (OLAP) databases, virtual desktop infrastructures (VDI), technical computing applications, and cloud environments. The system accelerates response times with IBM MicroLatency™ access times as low as 90 µs write latency and 135 µs read latency to enable faster decision making.
The introduction of a low capacity 1 TB flash module allows FlashSystem 840 to be configured in capacity points as low as 2 TB in protected RAID 5 mode. Coupled with 10 GB iSCSI, FlashSystem is positioned to bring extreme performance to small and medium sized businesses (SMB) and growth markets. Figure 1 shows FlashSystem 840.
Figure 1. FlashSystem 840
Did you know?
- FlashSystem 840 is configurable with 2 - 48 TB of usable capacity for increased flexibility.
- FlashSystem 840 provides four flexible interface types including Fibre Channel, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), iSCSI, and InfiniBand to easily integrate into existing SAN environments.
- FlashSystem 840 is cloud-optimized with support for 10 Gbit iSCSI interfaces, allowing private cloud environments and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to take advantage of high-performance storage inside existing Ethernet-based infrastructures.
- All active parts are hot-swappable, including the flash modules.
Key features
FlashSystem 840 provides extreme performance, enterprise-class reliability, energy efficiency, and optional data-at-rest encryption.
Scalability and performance
FlashSystem 840 has the following scalability and performance features:
- IBM MicroLatency provides latency that is measured in microseconds
- High aggregate performance (bandwidth) and IOPS (I/Os per second)
- Two hot-swappable canisters, providing connectivity to the host
- Flexible interface types of Fibre Channel, Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), iSCSI and InfiniBand
- Up to 16 ports of 8 Gbps or eight ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel
- Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps FCoE
- Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps iSCSI
- Up to eight ports of 40 Gbps quad data rate (QDR) InfiniBand
- Slots for up to 12 hot-swappable flash storage modules (1 TB, 2 TB or 4 TB modules)
- Configurable 2 - 48 TB of capacity for increased flexibility
Reliability, availability, and serviceability
FlashSystem 840 storage products deliver the following enterprise-class reliability features:
- Concurrent code load enables customer applications to remain online during firmware upgrades to all components, including the flash modules.
- Hot-swappable flash modules by way of tool-less front panel access. If a flash module failure occurs, critical customer applications can remain online while the defective module is replaced.
- Redundant hot-swappable components. RAID controllers, management modules, interface cards (all contained in the canister), batteries, fans, and power supplies are all redundant and hot-swappable. All components are easily accessible through the front or rear of the enclosure, so IBM FlashSystem 840 does not need to be moved in the rack and no top access panels or cables need to be extended.
- RAID 0 and RAID 5 configurations for reliability that suits varying client needs.
- System-wide RAID 5 with easily accessed front-loadable hot-swappable flash modules to help prevent data loss and improve availability.
- IBM Variable Stripe RAID™ (VSR), which is a patented IBM technology that provides an intra-module RAID stripe on each flash module.
- Two-dimensional (2D) Flash RAID, which consists of IBM Variable Stripe RAID and system-wide RAID 5. Variable Stripe RAID technology helps reduce downtime and maintain performance and capacity in the event of partial or full flash chip failures. System-wide RAID 5, with easily accessed hot swappable flash modules, helps prevent data loss and promote availability.
- Flash Cell leveling, which is a technology that reduces flash cell wear because of electrical programming.
- Energy and space efficiency
FlashSystem 840 has the following features:
- Nominal 625 W power consumption (for a 70/30 read/write workload on an eight module, 2 TB FlashSystem), and uses two standard, single-phase (100 v - 240 v) electrical outlets.
- The new 1300W power supply, feature AF1H, for high-line voltage provides IBM FlashSystem 840 with a high-power alternative. Optimal operation is achieved when operating between 200V - 240V (Nominal). The maximum and minimum voltage ranges (Vrms) and associated high line AC Ranges are specified below:
Minimum-180V, Nominal- 200V-240V, Maximum-265V - Space-efficient 2U form factor that is ideally suited for today's data centers.
Manageability and security
FlashSystem 840 offers the following manageability and security features:
- Advanced security for data at rest with hardware-accelerated AES-XTS 256 bit encryption
- Graphical user interface (GUI) and command-line interface (CLI) based on IBM SAN Volume Controller, which is available in any supported browser
- SAN Volume Controller CLI
- Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
- Email alerts
- Syslog redirect to send system log messages to another host
Architecture and key components
IBM FlashSystem 840 enclosures consist of two fully redundant canisters. Each canister contains a RAID controller, two interface cards, and a management controller with an associated 1 Gbps Ethernet port. Each canister also has a USB port and two hot-swappable fan modules. Figure 3 shows a rear view of FlashSystem 840, which contains one canister.
In addition to the canisters, IBM FlashSystem 840 enclosures include two battery modules and two power supplies, which are all redundant and hot-swappable. All components are easily accessible by way of the front or rear of the unit, so IBM FlashSystem 840 does not need to be moved in the rack, and any top access panels or cables do not need to be extended. This makes servicing the unit easy.
The front of the enclosure has the two battery modules on the far left of the enclosure and twelve flash module slots to the right of the battery modules, as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2. Front view of FlashSystem 840
Figure 3 shows the components of IBM FlashSystem 840 from the rear. One of the two canisters is removed, and you see two interface cards and two fan modules. The power supply unit to the right of the fans provides redundant power to the system. All components are concurrently maintainable except for the midplane, enclosure LED board, and power interposer board. All external connections are from the rear of the system.
Figure 3. Rear view of FlashSystem 840 with one canister removed
FlashSystem 840 contains two canisters. Each canister contains a RAID controller, two interface cards, and a management controller with an associated Ethernet port and a USB connector.
Figure 4 shows a rear view of FlashSystem 840 with Fibre Channel (FC) or Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) interfaces. The canisters are to the left (large units) and the two power supply units are to the right (small units).
Figure 4. Rear view with Fibre Channel interface cards
Table 1 lists the specifications for FlashSystem 840.
Table 1. Specifications (part 1 of 2)
Specification | Description |
Model | 9840-AE1, 9843-AE1. |
Form factor | 2U rack-mounted enclosure. |
Flash module quantity | Up to 12 flash modules in increments of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12. These modules can be either 1 TB, 2 TB, or 4 TB and cannot be intermixed. |
Flash type | Enterprise multilevel cell (eMLC). |
Raw capacity (TB/TiB) | 2.75 TB/2.5 TiB, 5.5 TB/5 TiB, 8.25 TB/7.5 TiB, 11 TB/10 TiB, 16.5 TB/15 TiB, 22 TB/20 TiB, 27.5 TB/25 TiB, 33 TB/30 TiB, 44 TB/40 TiB, 55 TB/50 TiB, 66 TB/60 TiB. |
RAID 0 usable capacity (TB/TiB) | 2 TB/1.88 TiB, 4 TB/3.75 TiB, 6 TB/5.63 TiB, 8 TB/7.5 TiB, 10 TB/9.34 TiB, 12 TB/11.25 TiB, 16 TB/15 TiB, 20 TB/ 18.75 TiB, 24 TB/22.25 TiB, 32 TB/30 TiB, 40 TB/37.5 TiB and 48 TB/45 TiB. |
RAID 5 usable capacity (TB/TiB) | 2 TB/1.88 TiB, 4 TB/3.75 TiB, 6 TB/5.63 TiB, 8 TB/7.5 TiB, 10 TB/9.34 TiB, 12 TB/11.25 TiB, 16 TB/15 TiB, 20 TB/ 18.75 TiB, 24 TB/22.25 TiB, 32 TB/30 TiB, and 40 TB/37.5 TiB. |
Maximum capacity | For RAID 0, the maximum capacity is 48 TB. For RAID 5, the maximum capacity is 40 TB. |
Flash module protection | ECC error correction, Variable stripe RAID data protection, overprovisioning, and IBM two-dimensional Flash RAID. |
RAID support | RAID 0 and RAID 5. |
Host interfaces | Two RJ45 Ethernet connections for management and up to 16 host interface connections, which are either SFP+ FC or QSFP InfiniBand connections, depending on the selected features. |
Maximum bandwidth | 8 GBps Read (100%, sequential), 4 GBps Write (100%, sequential). |
Read IOPS | 1,100,000. |
Write IOPS | 600,000. |
Read latency | 135 µs. |
Write latency | 90 µs. |
Maximum volume support (LUNs) | 2 K (2048). |
System management |
Cooling | Four hot-swappable fan modules. |
Table 1. Specifications (part 1 of 2)
Specification Description | |
Power supply | 1300 watts, high-power alternative to run at maximum performance for longer durations during power supply servicing. Two redundant hot-swap 200 - 240V AC auto-sensing power supplies. |
Input power | 900 watts |
Heat dissipation | Approximately 2133 BTU. For maximum configurations, it could go as high as 3753 BTU (maximum configuration RAID 5). |
Hot-swap parts | All active components. |
Security features | AES-XTS 256 bit data-at-rest encryption with local key management. |
Platforms supported | For specific information, see the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center (SSIC) at http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/storage/ssic/interoperability.wss |
Warranty | Set of Machine Types in AAS, 24 X 7 Service level Agreement, 4 hour response time:
Service and support | Optional warranty service upgrades and post-warranty services are available on site with 24x7 2-hour, 24x7, or 9x5 same day, or 9x5 next business day response, |
Dimensions | Width: 445 mm (17.5 in.) (19-inch Rack Standard) Depth: 761 mm (29.96 in.) Height: 86.2 mm (3.39 in.) |
The following set of Machine Types are supported in AAS as follows:
- 9840-AE1 - Warranty period 1 year
- 9843-AE1 - Warranty period 3 years
All FlashSystem 840 storage systems ship with the backup batteries, flash modules and blanks, power supplies, fans, and canisters preinstalled. (The flash module type and quantity and the host interface I/O cards must be pre-specified.)
The following items are also shipped with FlashSystem 840:
- System chassis
- Rack rail kit
- Warranty documentation
- Printed quick start guide
- Selected power cables
- Selected interface cables (if any)
Interface cards
IBM FlashSystem 840 supports only one interface type per system. For example, it is not possible to use two Fibre Channel interface cards and two InfiniBand interface cards in the same enclosure.
Interface cards are sold in groups of four for a total of eight or 16 ports for each system.
IBM FlashSystem 840 supports the following interface protocols and number of connections:
- Fibre Channel (16 ports of 8 Gbps; these ports also support 4 Gbps)
- Fibre Channel (eight ports of 16 Gbps; these ports also support 8 Gbps and 4 Gbps)
- Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) (16 ports of 10 Gbps FCoE)
- Internet Small Computer System Interface (iSCSI) (16 ports of 10 Gbps iSCSI)
- InfiniBand (eight ports of QDR InfiniBand 40 Gbps)
Fibre Channel and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) protocols use the same interface cards. However, only one protocol is supported per IBM FlashSystem 840 enclosure. Figure 5 shows the Fibre Channel interface card.
Figure 5. Fibre Channel interface card
IBM FlashSystem 840 supports the 16 Gbps Fibre Channel connection speed through the standard Fibre Channel interface card.
Here are the rules for supporting 16 Gbps Fibre Channel on IBM FlashSystem 840:
- If you use 16 Gbps Fibre Channel, only two (of the four) ports on the Fibre Channel modules can be used. The two left-most ports (1 and 2) on each interface card are used for 16 Gbps support. If your system is configured for 16 Gbps Fibre Channel, only the 2 left-most ports (1 and 2) per interface adapter are used. The other two ports are disabled.
- If you use 16 Gbps Fibre Channel, all four of the Fibre Channel modules are configured for 16 Gbps. This configuration supports a total of eight Fibre Channel ports for the system (2 ports x 4 interface cards).
- Four Gbps and 8 Gbps Fibre Channel connections are supported on the same system connecting to 16 Gbps devices, but there are still only a total of eight available active ports (ports 1 and 2 on each interface card). For example, an IBM FlashSystem 840 system can have four Fibre Channel connections at 16 Gbps and four Fibre Channel connections at 8 Gbps.
- Fibre Channel interfaces support Fibre Channel Protocol (FCP) only, with point-to-point (FC-P2P), arbitrated loop (FC-AL), and switched fabric (FC-SW) topologies. FC interfaces can be configured as N_port or NL_port types. It should be noted that FC-AL is not supported for ports connected at 16 Gbps.
- Full active-active multipathing across all interfaces is supported. Host software support for this function might vary.
Fibre Channel over Ethernet support
FlashSystem 840 supports 16 ports of 10 Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet. FCoE uses the same interface cards as FC.
Fibre Channel and FCoE Interface Cards
Each FlashSystem 840 canister supports two Fibre Channel (FC) interface cards for a total of four FC interface cards, 8 Gbps FC cards support four ports, 16 Gbps cards support two ports.
Table 2 shows the supported interface cards.
Table 2. FC/FCoE supported interface cards
Item | Feature code | Ports |
FC/FCoE Host Interface Card | AF15 Corequisites: AF18, AF19, or AF1A | -Up to 16 ports of 8 Gbps Fibre Channel (with AF18) -Up to eight ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel (with AF19) -Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet (with AF1A) |
8 Gb FC 8 Port Host Optics | AF18 | Up to 16 ports of 8 Gbps Fibre Channel |
16 Gb FC 4 Port Host Optics | AF19 | Up to eight ports of 16 Gbps Fibre Channel |
10 Gb FCoE 8 Port Host Optics | AF1A | Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps Fibre Channel over Ethernet |
iSCSI interface card
FlashSystem 840 supports 16 ports of 10 Gbps iSCSI for clients looking for alternatives to SANs. The iSCSI interface card looks similar to the FC/FCoE cards with Fibre optical connections as shown in the previous Figure 5.
Table 3 shows the supported iSCSI interface card and port optics.
Table 3. iSCSI supported interface cards
Item | Feature code | Ports |
iSCSI Host Interface Card | AF17 (Corequisite : AF1D) | Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps iSCSI |
10 Gb iSCSI 8 Port Host Optics | AF1D | Up to 16 ports of 10 Gbps iSCSI |
InfiniBand interface card
IBM FlashSystem 840 supports four two-port InfiniBand 40 Gbps cards. A total of eight ports of 40 Gbps InfiniBand connections are supported per IBM FlashSystem 840.
IBM FlashSystem 840 InfiniBand cards each have two 4X QDR ports. The InfiniBand card ports can connect to Quad Data Rate (QDR), Double Data Rate (DDR), or Single Data Rate (SDR) InfiniBand HCAs by using the SCSI RDMA Protocol (SRP). IBM FlashSystem 840 InfiniBand interfaces support SCSI RDMA Protocol (SRP) only.
Table 4 lists the supported InfiniBand interface card.
Table 4. Supported InfiniBand interface card
Item | Feature code | Ports |
QDR IB 4 Port Host Interface Card | AF16 | Eight ports of 40 Gbps QDR InfiniBand |
Flash modules
FlashSystem 840 provides configurable flash module capacity. All modules are hot-swappable.
FlashSystem 840 can be populated with up to 12 flash modules in increments of 2, 4, 6, 8,10, or 12. These modules can be either 1 TB, 2 TB, or 4 TB and cannot be intermixed. Capacity can be upgraded by purchasing the AF1B (1 TB), AF10 (2 TB), or AF11 (4 TB) flash module feature codes as MES upgrades. Here are the upgrade paths:
- Using AF1B (1 TB)
- RAID 0: Start with 2 TB and grow to 4 TB, 6 TB, 8 TB, 10 TB or 12 TB.
- RAID 5: Start with 2 TB and grow to 4 TB, 6 TB, 8 TB, 10 TB.
- Using AF10 (2 TB)
- RAID 0: Start with 4 TB and grow to 8 TB, 16 TB, or 24 TB.
- RAID 5: Start with 4 TB and grow to 12 TB or 20 TB.
- Using AF11 (4 TB)
- RAID 0: Start with 32 TB and grow to 48 TB.
- RAID 5: Start with 8 TB and grow to 24 TB or 40 TB.
Table 5 lists the supported flash modules.
Table 5. Supported flash modules
Description | Feature code | Maximum quantity supported |
1 TB eMLC Flash Module | AF1B | 12 |
2 TB eMLC Flash Module | AF10 | 12 |
4 TB eMLC Flash Module | AF11 | 12 |
For RAID 0, these configurations have capacity points of 2 TB, 4 TB, 6 TB, 8 TB, 10 TB, 12 TB, 16 TB, 20 TB, 24 TB, 32 TB, 40 TB, and 48 TB.
For RAID 5, these configurations have capacity points of 2 TB, 4 TB, 6 TB, 8 TB, 10 TB, 12 TB, 16 TB, 20 TB, 24 TB, 32 TB, and 40 TB.
IBM Variable Stripe RAID
Variable Stripe RAID data protection is a unique, self-healing data protection that is managed independently by each flash controller on each flash module. With Variable Stripe RAID, every flash controller creates a striped data layout across its set of 10 chips similar to a 9+1 RAID 5 array with rotating parity. The Variable Stripe RAID stripe (page) size is 4 KB. When the Variable Stripe RAID algorithm detects a failure affecting one or more flash module in a RAID stripe, the following process happens:
- Data that is stored in the affected regions is reconstructed from the remaining data/parity elements in the stripe.
- All pages in the affected stripe, including the reconstructed data, are moved to reserved space (overprovisioned area).
- Subsequent requests for data in the affected stripe are directed to the new locations (now part of the normal storage area in the system).
- The original location of the affected stripe is added to the available overprovisioned area as a (n-1) + parity stripe. (For example, if the affected stripe was a 9+1 stripe, it becomes an 8+1 stripe.).
No system-level rebuild process is necessary to maintain data protection or usable capacity after a failure caught by Variable Stripe RAID. Further more, the entire Variable Stripe RAID recovery process is automatic and transparent to the user and administrator, and typically takes place in less than a second. Variable Stripe RAID activities are not normally tracked in system logs, but the root causes of failures that are typically handled by Variable Stripe RAID-plane failures and block failures are tracked in system counters and reflected in the overall flash module and system health metrics.
IBM Two-dimensional (2D) Flash RAID
The combination of IBM Variable Stripe RAID and system-level RAID 5 protection across flash modules is called two-dimensional (2D) Flash RAID. Variable Stripe RAID automatically and transparently protects against partial or full flash chip failures within the flash module, with no downtime or maintenance required. System-level RAID 5 adds protection against complete flash module failure and enables hot-swappable flash modules. Additionally, all active components are redundant and hot-swappable with tool-less access from the front or back of the system, enhancing two-dimensional RAID protection.
RAID 5 and RAID 0 support
In RAID 5 or RAID 0 modes, up to 2048 logical volumes (sometimes referred to as LUNs) can be created in the system, with a minimum size of 1 MB and a maximum size of the full available system capacity. In RAID 0, failures of single flash modules containing data compromise system data integrity for logical volumes that are stored on those flash modules. Under the direction of the management module, RAID module field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) can coordinate data transfer between modules, for example, to rebuild the system-level RAID 5 data layout, if RAID 5 mode is active.
Scalable configurations
FlashSystem 840 can scale usable capacity from as low as 2 TB to as high as 48 TB in its compact 2U enclosure. With FlashSystem 840, many granular capacity points are possible due to the three choices in flash module capacity: 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB. Flash modules can be added so that IT personnel can expand capacity to support changing needs for organizations and enterprises of all sizes. Capacity expansion does however require reformat of existing RAID 0 or RAID 5 arrays to include the new flash modules.
FlashSystem 840 supports the RAID 0 configurations with the latest capacity points with the addition of 1 TB flash module listed in Table 6.
Table 6. Supported FlashSystem RAID 0 configurations with latest FlashSystem 840 capacity points
Capacity Selection (in TB) | FlashSystem 840 initial release | FlashSystem 840 current release |
RAID 0 configurations provide a high degree of capacity utilization because no flash modules are used for either spare or parity. Data protection is provided by Variable Stripe RAID, however data is not protected against flash module failure.
FlashSystem 840 supports the RAID 5 configurations with the latest capacity points with the addition of 1 TB modules listed in Table 7.
Table 7. Supported FlashSystem RAID 5 configurations with latest FlashSystem 840 capacity points
Capacity Selection (in TB) | FlashSystem 840 initial release | FlashSystem 840 current release |
RAID 5 configurations provide a high degree of redundancy with Variable Stripe RAID as well as a RAID 5 protection. RAID 5 data protection includes two flash modules dedicated as parity and hot spare.
Small or large RAID 5 configurations
The cost of using RAID 5 as compared to RAID 0 is capacity. A RAID 5 configuration uses one flash module as parity and one flash module as spare. Maximum capacity utilization for RAID 5 is provided using 12 flash modules.
Depending on client needs, and if capacity expansion is expected over time, clients may consider initial RAID 5 configurations with 12 flash modules which provides the least capacity penalty for RAID 5 protection. In comparison small configurations using only four flash modules configured in RAID 5 cost half of the total capacity reserved for redundancy.
Note: Different flash module sizes cannot be intermixed in the same IBM FlashSystem 840 chassis.
Network cables
FlashSystem 840 supports the network cables that are listed in Table 8.
Table 8. Supported network cables
Description | Feature code | Maximum quantity supported |
Fibre Channel cables (supported on Fibre Channel ports) | ||
1 m Fiber Cable (LC-LC) | 3700 | 16 |
5 m Fiber Cable (LC-LC) | 3701 | 16 |
InfiniBand cables (supported on InfiniBand ports) | ||
1 m IBM QSFP Cop IB | A0RD | 8 |
3 m IBM QSFP Cop IB | A0RE | 8 |
3 m IBM QSFP Opt QDR IB | 5989 | 8 |
10 m IBM QSFP Opt QDR IB | 5990 | 8 |
1 m Mlnx QSFP Cop FDR14 IB | A2YG | 8 |
3 m Mlnx QSFP Cop FDR14 IB | A2YH | 8 |
3 m Mlnx QSFP Opt FDR14 IB | A2YL | 8 |
10 m Mlnx QSFP Opt FDR14 IB | A2YN | 8 |
1300W Power Supply for High Line Voltage, MT 9840/43 AE1 | AF1H | 2 |
FlashSystem 840 storage system provides support for AES-XTS 256 bit data-at-rest encryption when the Encryption Enablement Pack, feature AF14, is ordered.
System management
The management modules in FlashSystem 840 storage system are processor complexes in the canisters. The management modules are configured for active-passive redundancy. The management modules run a highly customized Linux-based operating system that coordinates and monitors all significant functions in the system.
The management modules provide a Java based web interface, Secure Shell (SSH) access, and SNMP connectivity through external Ethernet interfaces. The web and SSH interfaces allow administrators to monitor system performance and health metrics, configure storage, and collect support data, among other features.
IBM FlashSystem 840 includes the usage of the common IBM SAN Volume Controller CLI and the IBM SAN Volume Controller GUI, which is based on the IBM XIV® GUI. IBM FlashSystem 840 supports SNMP, email forwarding (SMTP), and syslog redirection for complete enterprise management access.
The storage configuration includes defining logical units with capacities, access policies, and other parameters. No software needs to be installed on host computers to administer FlashSystem 840 beyond a web browser with Java support or a standard SSH client.
Web interface
Navigating the management tool is simple. You can hover the cursor over one of the five function icons on the left side of the window, which highlights the function icon and shows a list of options. You can then move the cursor to the wanted option and click it. The GUI has three main sections for navigating through the management tool:
- Function Icons (left side)
- Status bars (bottom)
- Actions menu (upper left, or right-click the home page)
To the right of the upper middle of the GUI is the function key for managing the security of the user that is logged in. In the upper right corner is the Help button, which provides information about licenses and gives access to the FlashSystem 840 information center.
On the far left of the window are five function icons:
- The Monitoring menu
- The Volumes menu
- The Hosts menu
- The Access menu
- The Settings menu
At the bottom of the window are three status indicators. These indicators provide information about capacity usage, throughput in megabytes per second (MBps), IOPS, and the health status of the system.
The management GUI is the primary tool to manage the system. Figure 6 shows the management GUI and the associated menu options.
Figure 6. IBM FlashSystem 840 Management GUI
Additional FlashSystem 840 management software improvements make system management and performance health monitoring even more effective in FlashSystem's already intuitive GUI. Additional features include:
- Three hundred days of performance data with pan and zoom capability to better identify and research trends
- Five predefined graphs showing System IOPS, Latency, Bandwidth, Total Port IOPS, and Queue Depth
Command-line interface
The CLI provides support for the following tasks:
- Managing users
- Configuring event notifications
- Configuring Call Home
- Configuring network settings
- Configuring hosts interface I/O ports
- Configuring a logical unit (volume)
- Setting access policies
- Backing up configuration settings
- Restoring configuration settings
Supported platforms
IBM FlashSystem 840 supports a wide range of operating systems (Windows Server 2003 and 2008, Linux, and IBM AIX®), hardware platforms (IBM System x®, IBM Power Systems™, and x86 servers not from IBM), HBAs, and SAN fabrics. For specific information, see the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center (SSIC):
Physical and electrical specifications
FlashSystem 840 has the following physical, electrical, and environmental specifications:
- Dimensions and weight
- Width: 445 mm (17.5 in.) (19-inch rack standard)
- Depth: 761 mm (29.96 in.)
- Height: 86.2 mm (3.39 in.)
- Weight: 17.69 kg (39 lb)
- Air temperature
- Operating: Minimum of 5°C (50°F) at 30.5 m below to 3,050 m above sea level (100 ft below to 10,000 ft above); Maximum rated up to 40°C (95°F) at 30.5 m below to 950 m above sea level, de-rated 1°C for each 225 m above 950 m up to 3050 m
- Non-operating: -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 125°F)
- Relative humidity
- Operating: 20% - 80%
- Non-operating: 10% - 90%
- Electrical power
- Voltage range: 100-240 V AC
- Frequency: 50 - 60 Hz
- Acoustical noise emission
- 8.0 bels (idling)
- 8.0 bels (operating)
- Power consumption
- 900 watts PSU, 625 watts RAID 5 typical operation, per 2U
- Heat dissipation approximately 2133 BTU. For maximum configurations, it could go as high as 3753 BTU
IBM FlashSystem 840 is shipped with a one-year and a three-year warranty.
Technical Advisor (TA) support is provided during the warranty period. The TA enhances end-to-end support for the client's complex IT solutions. The TA uses an integrated approach for proactive, coordinated cross-team support to allow customers to maximize IT availability. TA support for FlashSystem is delivered remotely and includes a documented support plan, coordinated problem and crisis management, reporting on the client's hardware inventories and microcode levels, and consultation regarding FlashSystem microcode updates. The Technical Advisor conducts a Welcome Call with the client and provides a statement of work for this support.
Flash media within IBM FlashSystem is covered in full for the duration of the warranty and maintenance period. The system is also Energy Star certified.
IBM Global Financing
IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing to credit-qualified customers and IBM Business Partners to assist them in acquiring IT solutions. Our offerings include financing for IT acquisition, including hardware, software, and services, from both IBM and other manufacturers or vendors, and commercial financing (revolving lines of credit, term loans, acquisition facilities, and inventory financing credit lines) for Business Partners. Offerings (for all customer segments: small, medium, and large enterprise), rates, terms, and availability can vary by country. Contact your local IBM Global Financing organization or visit the following website:
IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States, and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government customers. Rates are based on a customer's credit rating, financing terms, offering type, equipment type, and options, and may vary by country. Other restrictions may apply. Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension, or withdrawal without notice.
Financing solutions from IBM Global Financing can help your customers stretch their budget and affordably acquire the new product. But beyond the initial acquisition, our end-to-end approach to IT management can also help keep their technologies current, reduce costs, minimize risk, and preserve their ability to make flexible equipment decisions throughout the entire technology Lifecycle.
Related publications and links
For more information, see these resources:
- Implementing IBM FlashSystem 840, SG24-8189
- IBM Redbooks Solution Guides and Product Guides for the IBM FlashSystem family
http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/redbooks.nsf/searchsite?SearchView&query=flashss - IBM FlashSystem family product page
http://www.ibm.com/storage/flash - IBM FlashSystem 840 Knowledge Center Welcome page
- IBM System Storage Interoperation Center (SSIC)
http://www.ibm.com/systems/support/storage/ssic/interoperability.wss - IBM Support Portal
http://ibm.com/support/entry/portal/ - IBM Offering Information page (announcement letters and sales manuals):
On this page, enter FlashSystem, select the information type, and then click Search. On the next page, narrow your search results by geography and language.
Special Notices
This material has not been submitted to any formal IBM test and is published AS IS. It has not been the subject of rigorous review. IBM assumes no responsibility for its accuracy or completeness. The use of this information or the implementation of any of these techniques is a client responsibility and depends upon the client's ability to evaluate and integrate them into the client's operational environment.


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It doesn't surprise me that the main character in Mandino's books is often a salesperson. What other business function tempts you so often with life-and-death options? Don't many of us make small but destructive choices, often putting an invisible gun to our heads when we choose to procrastinate or allow fear to immobilize our sales--and business--progress?
What makes The Greatest Salesman in the World so profound are the simple ways the master storyteller persuades us to choose life over death every day as we travel down life's highway. Your replenishment always comes down to getting back to the basics. Nobody understood that better than Mandino, writing about practicing the fundamentals of success with such a deep reverence. I always chuckle when I go into a company to do sales training and I'm reminded by the manager that "these are sophisticated people who understand the basics. Give them something more advanced to bite into."
There is nothing more advanced in life to learn and practice than the basics. If they were so easy, why did I have to read The Greatest Salesman in the World at least 100 times? If such basic principles of behavior were so obvious, why would 36 million people find Mandino's parable of the salesman Hafid so unique and inspiring? There is nothing commonplace about going back to the basics. It is our only means of replenishment.
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Confront your temptations with courage. It can be a lonely life on the road when you travel on business. When we're lonely, we have a tendency to become like little children who long for the comfort of our own homes. It's times like these when we become vulnerable and susceptible to making bad choices. Mandino warns that giving into such temptations has destroyed many a promising career, not to mention a happy home life. It takes courage to stay focused and on track. But making temporary sacrifices always brings with it long-term rewards and satisfaction.
Failure is nothing to be ashamed of. Why does it take us so long to grasp this basic principle? We mouth the words that we can only succeed by failing, but emotionally it is so hard to accept. Part of succeeding is not allowing our determination to weaken. Here's where the challenge gets tricky. We have to experience failure to succeed, but the experience of failure tends to dampen our determination. And staying determined is what keeps us trying. One thing that helps is to talk about your failures as if they're a normal part of living.
When I share mine, others always volunteer their failures, too. At those moments, some invisible healing seems to take place between us humans. Determination once again returns, and together we seem to be able to overcome any obstacles.
Patience is a virtue. It's so hard to prospect without needing to know the outcome of our work. But Mandino reminds us to follow nature's example--nature never moves quickly. We must pass through our experiences, making sure we're not quick to pass judgment. Time alone can bring us good news or the reward that is in store. Walking away too soon, out of impatience, robs us of life's choicest blessings.
Success is mind over matter. Nothing destroys your goals or your life more than giving into the emotions of the moment. We tend to allow our mood swings to determine the outcome of our dreams, but success only comes when you pay no attention to the mood of the moment.
Mandino says we must control our thoughts. That basic is accomplished by acting in opposition to those thoughts: You act "as if" you are not angry, "as if" you are not afraid. If you force yourself to whistle a happy tune, you will go far.
Criticism kills; praise grows. When you approach those you serve in the marketplace with a critical eye, it puts a frown on your face and suspicion in your heart. And there is no strategy that can help you overcome the unspoken tentativeness the prospect feels about doing business with you. Your critical self is your own worst enemy.
On the other hand, a generous spirit manifests an abundance of praise that brings joy to any negotiating table. With praise, you can break down barriers, overcome impossible obstacles, close the sale--and build a blockbuster business. But Mandino warned that the praise must be genuine; it must come from the heart of a loving human being.
I miss seeing the man with the most loving of hearts. But I will forever hear his voice as I revisit his legacy of stories. And I will continue to feel his presence as I stumble my way through learning the basics from truly the greatest salesman of this century.
Danielle Kennedy presents sales and marketing seminars and keynote addresses worldwide and is the author of seven sales books as well as audio and video sales training programs. Check local bookstores for her latest book, Seven Figure Selling (Berkley Press). Write to her in care of Entrepreneur, 2392 Morse Ave., Irvine, CA 92614.
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"Believe it or not, most of the kids want summer," Gilman says. "Only the serious skiers and snowboarders want the winter--which is December to March--off." Gilman puts herself in the latter category; she's been skiing since she was two years old, but she gave that up to snowboard exclusively three years ago. "I'm gonna try to compete more this year," she says. "Professional snowboarding is my dream job." Once school's out, Gilman says she's usually on the slopes every day.
And one of her cherished runs is through the trees. "We have this one in Mudslide," she says. "It's just a little area, this one part of it, and then there's a trail off Maverick, near the top, that's pretty good. We always get into trouble for going in there because we have to go under the ropes, but there's always some nice powder there and it's filled with boulders." She adds that there's "lots of air" in those spots.
Gilman says another area for powder aplenty is "at the top, when you're going toward Bill's Run," she explains. "Right before you get to Bill's, take a left and then hike up. Lots of powder." Bill's also figures into Gilman's favorite cruiser, which runs from there to Lower Equalizer to Midway. "It has lots of jumps that I like to hit on the way down, and you can get up speed," she says. And Bill's is also where Gilman thinks the best view is. "You can see the valley; you can see everywhere."
If you're just learning to snowboard, Gilman says, you should "definitely go on the bunny hill, like Easy Rider, and then move up to Midway." For a transition from blue to black, she suggests trying Equalizer or Racer's Edge. "They're not too steep, but not really flat," she says. "Equalizer usually has some bumps." And a good solid black would be either Mudslide or Yoohoo, especially, she says, "Yoohoo in the trees." She adds, "Yoohoo has quite a few good jumps, and you can go really fast; Mudslide is through the trees also, with some pretty steep parts and a bunch of little trees you can just jump right over."
And right after a big snow, Gilman says she always finds stashes in Snow Cloud. "If the snow's really heavy, you can get stuck, but if it's not too deep, there are great trees."
After a hard day of 'boarding, Gilman says she and her friends go to her hometown, Grand Junction, to get a pizza at Old Chicago (120 North Ave.). Although she's a vegetarian, she says her friends like Chelsea London Pub & Grill (Mesa Mall) for a burger, and she and her family often go to Gladstones (2531 N. 12th) for sandwiches and steak. Papa Murphy Take 'n' Bake Pizza (569 32nd Rd.) is their choice for Italian, and for Chinese, Gilman says she loves the vegetarian fare at Shanghai Garden Restaurant (715 Horizon Dr.). What Grand Junction seems to have the most of, though, is Mexican. "There are four really, really good places," Gilman says. "Todo Bien [Mesa Mall], Dos Hombres [569 32nd Rd.], Los Reyes [811 S. Seventh] and La Mexicana [1310 Ute]. They're about equal in goodness, really."
Before 'boarding, the best sit-down breakfast is at the Crystal Cafe (314 Main St.), she says, and "there are a lot of bagel places. I like Main Street Bagels [559 Main St.]." And a good local coffeeshop is the Common Grounds (1230 N. 12th), across from the college. "It has a nice atmosphere, and they have these little couches and really good bagels." And while Gilman hasn't been to a lot of fine-dining establishments, she did go to The Winery (624 Main St.) for a school dance and thought it was good. "Well, I was nervous, and I didn't eat very much--just a salad and mushrooms," she says. "But everybody else had all this great-looking chicken and steak and seafood. And it's a really nice place. Decent prices."


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Canoli in Italy
I really liked the video for the best snack in the Studios. I was wondering if there are any contenders in Epcot and Animal Kingdom.
I'm thinking in Epcot it may be something in the French bakery.
I really can't think of anything in Animal Kingdom. I'd love to hear some opinions on this.
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I really like the sweet pretzel in Norway at Epcot, but of course the pastries in France are good too, as are the crepes.
For Animal Kingdom what comes in mind to me is the giant cinnamon buns they have at the Kusafari Coffee Shop & Bakery, located between Tusker House and the Killimanjaro Safari attraction. I do think they taste different than the giant ones over on Main Street.
School bread from Norway! Mmmm mmm. I haven't tried many snacks from AK though hm...
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Definite School Bread in Norway! can't remember having a snack in AK
I had an egg roll from a cart in Animal Kingdom which was really good. I can't remember exactly where it was located though.
Also I don't know if it would qualify as a snack as the portion is HUGE but the onion rings at flame tree bbq are awesome! I have to get them every time I go.
If I had them as a snack I'd definitely have to run a marathon around the park to burn off the calories though
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At Epcot, I just love the German pretzels. We also like the chocolate chip cookies and the Kringla Bakeri. Can't really think of a must have snack at AK although we do like their ice cream at Safari Ice Cream
Anything from the French pastry shop is outstanding!
You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.
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As for AK, check out the cupcakes, but I tend to use my snack credits there on the Egg Rolls & Fried Rice at Yak & Yeti!
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Dijon or yellow mustard
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 pound cod fillet
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- Place fillets in dish, cover with mustard mixture.
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- Divide into 4 portions. Serve by spooning the liquid from the pan over each portion. Top with parsley, tarragon, and chives.
Per serving: 128 calories, 20 gm protein, 2 gm carbohydrate, 4.5 gm fat, .5 gm sat fat, 3 gm mono fat, 46 mg cholesterol, .5 gm fiber, 141 mg sodium
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Fortunately for Mississippians, there is help out there. The state has already received more than $100 million to help homeowners in need.
The Mississippi Home Corporation formed the Home Saver program in May 2011 to help unemployed residents bring their mortgages current.
Home Saver assists by making mortgage payments for homeowners who have lost their job or experienced a 15 percent reduction in income, and are at risk of default or losing their home to a mortgage foreclosure.
This is not a loan program and recipients are not responsible for repayment of any assistance received.
"We're happy with the Home Saver program and everything is going well," said Scott Spivey, senior vice president of MHC. "We've helped over 550 families since last year, and there's a lot more in the pipeline."
Residents of Bolivar County should contact Mississippians For Community Development in Clarksdale for help enrolling in the program.
The agency works closely with MHC to provide support in Delta counties.
"It's great to see that we've helped several families get current with their mortgage payments," said Nathaniel Brooks, program director of Mississippi For Community Development. "If you need help, please call us at 662-627-1509."
Other actions taken by employers that create eligibility for the program include: an employer reducing you work hours, your employer was purchased by another company and eliminated your job, or your employer went out of business.
The program is funded federally by the Hardest Hit Fund, which is organized by the U.S. Department of Treasury. The process allows MHC to make recipients' payments for up to 12 months while they look for work.
Once a participant gets a new job the exit process begins, and the individual starts making their payments again.
Assistance can extend into a second year if beneficiaries go back to college or vocational training.
"One of the unique features of the Home Saver program is the education option, which provides an additional 12 months of assistance to homeowners who enroll in a certificate or degree-seeking program," said Dr. Ben Mokry, executive vice president of MHC. "The education option provides the opportunity for homeowners to increase their job skills and qualifications, which will help them find new employment."
If you are having trouble making your mortgage payments, or think you will have trouble, Spivey encourages you to contact MHC immediately.
"We don't want people to find out about Home Saver before it's too late," said Spivey. "Even if we determine you don't qualify, we can still put you in touch with counselors to give you support."
To begin the application process homeowners must login online at www.mshomesaver.com.
Applicants will then be connected with a qualified counseling agency to help them finalize their application and submit it to MHC.
MHC was created in 1989 to serve as the state's Housing Finance Agency. The organization also administers the Mortgage Revenue Bond program and the Housing Tax Credit program, among others.


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With a casual-contemporary design that will bring a youthful charm to your home, this stationary sectional sofa is the ultimate in style and comfort. From its T-styled back cushions to its box-faced seats and accent pillows, this item offers soft support for at least 5 people. With the addition of a lengthy chaise on one end, this sectional is the perfect place to kick back and put your feet up. Framed by tapered wood legs and welt-cord trim over its every edge, this sofa exudes a clean, crisp style that will look sharp in any room.
The Vail Stationary Sectional Sofa with Right-Side Chaise by Flexsteel is available in the Tri-Cities - Johnson City and Bristol Tennessee area from Zak's Fine Furniture.
Elite in its simplicity but stylishly unpretentious, "Vail" creates a setting that will emphasize you as the star. The generous loose back pillows flow to softly rolled arms and the luxury of block wood feet. So go ahead and shine against the backdrop of discreet luxury. Choose from a variety of special order sizes and pieces, including a sofa sleeper or modular sectionals.Also available but not pictured are a 101" Three Cushion Sofa and Queen Sofa Sleeper
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It is almost Halloween, and after a long productive week celebrating Open Access with our blogging unconference, we are very happy to have a new visual identity, which features the design work of our colleague Rudolf Ammann.
Amongst other projects, Rudolf is responsible for the current logo of the UCL Centre for Digital Humanities.
We have taken this opportunity to re-conceptualise some sections of the site, including our editorial guidelines and strategy, and though this is still a work in progress we are happier now with our current layout than ever before and we couldn't wait to share it with you. You will notice that the new design extends beyond the web site to our social media presence as well.
The online discussions that led to this new look took place over more than 185 email messages between the three of us during the last 5 weeks. The brainstorming and tweaking was intense, intensive and very prolific. We are pleased that the research and creative process that led to the way we look now was faithful to the collaborative methods we want Networked Researcher to advocate. Rather than disengaging the design process from the project, as if it were some kind of superficial element, we worked hard at ensuring the three of us took a role in the process.
On 19 November 2012 we will present Networked Researcher within the AHRC Digital Transformations Moot's 'Yack Space' and we are more than looking forward to that.
All of you web crawlers out there can join us in the festive spirit and download the PDF of the Networked Researcher Halloween poster that Rudolf designed!


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Food doesn't get any faster than this!Meet the BurgerTron 2000: the amazing machine that churns out tasty burgers and crispy fries quick as a flash! But there's a problem: it can only create the ingredients. It's your job to put them together in order to keep your customers coming back! It's easy at first...but the customers keep coming as you struggle to stay on top of your own success!
1.Click Career Mode to start the game. Customers will arrive at the counter and place their food orders. You must fill these orders before they become upset and leave!
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Viva Espana: Txakoli Fest
Get a slice of Spanish life with Txakoli (sparkling wine from Basque country), tapas, and quality patio time.
Spanish fly: Try five varieties of Txakoli, plus roasted pig's head, grilled octopus, and other Iberian bites.
Tonight 6-10p. The Blue Room and Belly Wine Bar, 1 Kendall Square, Kendall Square (617-494-9034). $45 here ($60 doors).
Nearby: Flat Top Johnny's; West Bridge; Hungry Mother
Faneuil Flavahs: Taste of Faneuil Hall
You've done bar crawls here before, but this time it's all about the food (of course, there's craft beer too).
Full plate: Sample bites from over 15 Faneuil Hall restaurants while watching a (likely) Bruins playoff win.
Tonight 6-9p. Ned Devine's, 1 Faneuil Hall Market Place, Faneuil Hall (617-248-8800). $10 here.
Nearby: Saus; Hillstone; The Palm
Arts for All: Community Weekend at MFA
Pack a year's worth of culture and art into your three-day weekend at the MFA.
Warrior's code: Admire real-life Samurai swords and armor (pictured), then catch a fake-but-awesome Samurai flick.
Sat-Mon 10a-4:45p. Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Mission Hill (617-267-9300). Free.
Nearby: Bravo; Church; Barrio Cantina
Blaze of Glory: Curren$y at The Sinclair
Forget Snoop Dogg (or is it Lion?), Curren$y is the new king of funky, smoked-out hiphop.
Contact high: See a potent rap show, co-starring local hero Moe Pope, for the cost of a dime bag.
Fri 7:30p. The Sinclair, 52 Church St., Harvard Square (617-547-5200). $10 here.
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We've received postings about a free upcoming garden lecture (Medford Garden Club, Sept. 6), as well as info on upcoming plant sales (Somerville Garden Club, Sept. 15, etc.), and workshops (Lyman Estate Greenhouses Terrarium Gardens, Sept. 29), plus much more. We've listed info regarding the winners of Boston Mayor Menino's Garden Contest and the new headquarters for the Friends of the Public Garden. Take a look if you get a free moment and be sure to post horticultural events of interest to the general public. Sincere thanks to those who "like" us on FB. ~ Hilda |
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Sunday Night of the Iguana
Let us give Thanks for the Laughs we are about to receive!
It's November and time for two more nights of Hilarity with Tingler & Friends!!
Join Tingler along with two guest improv teams each week for a sizzling night of Hilarious Improv comedy.
3 Top Teams followed by the Lizard Mini-Jam make SUNDAY NIGHT OF THE IGUANA the show to see.
ITS FREE! As always we depend upon the kindness of friends and strangers to be our audience. So ooze on down for some laughs.
9:00 pm – The Last Two Sundays of Each Month – DCT
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There ain't nothin' more powerful than the odor of Comedy!
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Not surprisingly, there's a certain amount of overlap in " The New England Grimpendium: A Guide to Macabre and Ghastly Sites'' (Countryman Press, $18.95), but J.W. Ocker's obsession with the macabre extends to the birthplace of serial killer Ted ... Source: Boston Globe
Well, she did a decent job getting in touch with her darker side as an assassin in the action-packed "Aeon Flux" and she was definitely scary as a serial killer in "Monster" with all that makeup, but it will be interesting to see if the actress can pull ... Source: Associated Content
In the novel's third act, it turns out that another reason this guy was so good at sneaking up on Japanese civilians and slitting their throats was that he'd done a bit of that as an Alaska serial killer. Ethan: We tried and tried to get that one going. Source: Orlando Sentinel (blog)
Investigators announced today that 19-year-old Joanne Pecheone was likely killed nearly 40 years ago as she walked home from school in East Utica by a serial killer who murdered at least two other women in the late 1970s. Oneida County District Attorney ... Source: Observer-Dispatch
He never knew Joanne Pecheone, investigators say, nor did he know anyone in the close-knit East Utica neighborhood where the 19-year-old teenage girl was heading as she walked home from school one blustery afternoon in January 1972. And when Pecheone was ... Source: Observer-Dispatch
Since closing the jail it has been used for several movies, including, "The Deliberate Stranger," starring Mark Harmon as serial killer Ted Bundy. The world was a different place when the jail was built. Until the 1981 expansion, it had only one cell ... Source: Davis County Clipper
Blood Lust" - When a woman narrowly escapes death at the hands of a serial killer, Horatio will do anything to track down the psychopath, on CSI: MIAMI, Sunday, March 6 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Source: SoapOpera Network
It was the same job later held by Carter. During a bar celebration of the 1990 conviction of serial killer Richard Grissom, Summerlin alleged Morrison turned to her and said that he loved his wife and kids, but was attracted to her. Summerlin said she ... Source: Topeka Capital-Journal
If you're familiar with Showtime's Dexter , you know that the series follows a serial killer who follows a code to only kill really bad people. Dexter's thirst for blood but desire hold on to whatever shreds of humanity he has in him does sort of ... Source: Cinema Blend
Waye was called by Grant's defence team. Waye has worked with the RCMP and testified in several high-profile criminal cases involving DNA, including that of B.C. serial killer Robert Pickton. Waye said he wasn't critical of all the lab work the Thunder Bay ... Source: Winnipeg Free Press