IBM Storage & Flash Supply
New & Refurbished IBM Storage Solutions
Whether you're expanding an existing storage environment, replacing ageing infrastructure or investing in the latest IBM Flash technology, Baby Blue can help you select, supply and deploy the right storage platform for your business.
We supply both new and refurbished IBM storage solutions, providing organisations with flexible purchasing options that balance performance, resilience and budget.
Our specialists work with businesses of all sizes, helping them modernise storage infrastructure while protecting existing investments wherever possible.
From entry-level flash arrays through to enterprise storage platforms supporting mission-critical workloads, we'll recommend the right solution for your requirements.
IBM Storage Solutions for Every Environment
No two storage environments are the same. Some organisations require the latest NVMe flash performance, while others simply need to expand an existing platform or replace ageing hardware with a compatible system.
Baby Blue supplies a broad range of IBM storage technologies including:
Current IBM Flash Storage
- IBM FlashSystem C200
- IBM FlashSystem C400
- IBM FlashSystem 5300
- IBM FlashSystem 5500
- IBM FlashSystem 7300
- IBM FlashSystem 9500
- IBM DS8910F
- IBM DS8950F
Previous IBM Storage Platforms
- IBM Storwize V7000
- IBM Storwize V5000
- IBM Storwize V3700
- IBM SAN Volume Controller (SVC)
- IBM FlashSystem 900
- IBM FlashSystem V840
- IBM FlashSystem A9000
- IBM FlashSystem A9000R
- IBM XIV Storage System
- IBM ESS
- IBM DS8880
- IBM DS8870
- IBM DS8800
IBM Tape Libraries
We also supply IBM tape solutions including:
- IBM TS4500
- IBM TS4300
- IBM TS3500
- IBM TS3400
Whether you're purchasing a single upgrade or refreshing an entire storage estate, our team can help you choose the most appropriate solution.
New IBM Storage
As an IBM Business Partner, Baby Blue can supply the latest IBM Storage and FlashSystem platforms designed to support today's demanding workloads.
Modern IBM storage offers exceptional performance, availability and cyber resilience, making it ideal for:
- IBM Power environments
- VMware and virtualisation
- Microsoft workloads
- Oracle databases
- SAP applications
- AI and analytics
- Enterprise backup
- Business-critical applications
Our consultants will work with you to understand your performance, capacity and resilience requirements before recommending the right configuration.
Refurbished IBM Storage
Not every business needs the latest storage platform.
Refurbished IBM storage can provide an excellent balance of performance and value, particularly where compatibility with existing infrastructure is important.
Many customers choose refurbished systems to:
- Reduce capital expenditure
- Increase storage capacity
- Replace failed hardware quickly
- Support Disaster Recovery environments
- Extend the life of existing applications
- Maintain compatibility with established environments
Every refurbished platform is fully tested before deployment and can be supplied with installation, migration and ongoing maintenance.
Storage Upgrades
Many storage refresh projects don't require complete replacement.
We can supply upgrades including:
- Additional flash capacity
- SSD upgrades
- NVMe drives
- Expansion enclosures
- Controller upgrades
- Interface cards
- SAN connectivity
- Tape drives
- Tape expansion
- Fibre Channel infrastructure
Our specialists will assess whether an upgrade can deliver the capacity or performance you need before recommending a complete replacement.
Installation, Migration & Professional Services
Purchasing new storage is only one part of a successful project.
Baby Blue also provides:
- Storage installation
- Storage migration
- Data migration
- SAN configuration
- Firmware planning
- Microcode updates
- Capacity planning
- Performance optimisation
- Disaster Recovery planning
- Backup architecture
- Project management
Whether you're replacing ageing storage or implementing a completely new platform, we'll help ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption.
Flexible Purchasing Options
Every organisation has different procurement and budgeting requirements.
We offer a range of commercial options including:
- Outright purchase
- Hardware leasing
- IBM Global Finance solutions
- Refurbished hardware
- Capacity upgrades
- Technology refresh planning
Our aim is to provide the most appropriate commercial solution based on your business objectives rather than simply recommending new hardware.
Why Choose Baby Blue?
Baby Blue combines deep IBM infrastructure expertise with practical commercial advice to help organisations make informed storage investment decisions.
Customers choose us because we provide:
- IBM Business Partner expertise
- New IBM Storage systems
- Refurbished IBM Storage systems
- Independent technical advice
- Storage and SAN specialists
- Professional Services
- Installation and migration
- Flexible finance options
- Ongoing maintenance and support
- UK-wide expertise
Whether you're purchasing a new FlashSystem, expanding a DS8000 environment or extending the life of an existing Storwize platform, we'll help you maximise the value of your investment.
Protect Your Storage Investment
Once your new storage platform is installed, ongoing maintenance is essential to maximise reliability, security and performance.
Baby Blue provides IBM Storage & Flash Maintenance, including genuine IBM Hardware Maintenance with firmware entitlement and Third Party Maintenance solutions for older storage systems.
Whether you choose a brand-new FlashSystem or a refurbished platform, we can continue supporting your investment throughout its lifecycle.
Looking for New or Refurbished IBM Storage?
Whether you're planning a complete storage refresh, expanding your existing environment or looking for independent advice, our IBM specialists are here to help.
From the latest IBM FlashSystem platforms to refurbished enterprise storage and tape solutions, we'll help you find the right solution for your business and budget.
