Common IBM Storage Failures We Recover
IBM storage systems are built for enterprise reliability, yet hardware faults, configuration errors, and power issues can still lead to critical data loss. Our engineers handle all major IBM storage failure scenarios, including:
- Controller or cache module malfunction
- Multiple drive failures within a RAID group
- Corrupted RAID or pool metadata
- Failed firmware or microcode updates
- Inaccessible virtual volumes or LUNs
- File system corruption or unreadable partitions
- Accidental reconfiguration or volume deletion
- Sudden power loss or backplane failure
When IBM systems such as Storwize, FlashSystem, or DS-Series experience these failures, we perform sector-level imaging and virtual reconstruction to restore full access to your data safely.
Our Expertise in IBM Storage Recovery
We specialize in recovering data from IBM’s enterprise storage platforms used across virtualized, clustered, and high-availability environments. Our engineers combine advanced diagnostics with precise array reconstruction to restore critical business data from any failure scenario.
Systems Supported
Storwize, FlashSystem, DS-Series, and legacy XIV arrays
Configurations
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 with SAN and NAS architectures
Operating Environments
Windows Server, Linux, VMware, and AIX systems
Storage Applications
Virtualized storage, databases, and enterprise file servers
Even in cases involving controller corruption or multiple drive failures, our recovery process ensures maximum data integrity and minimal downtime.
What to Avoid After an IBM Storage Failure
Taking the wrong steps after a malfunction can make recovery more complex or cause irreversible data loss. If your IBM storage system becomes degraded or inaccessible, avoid the following actions:
- Do not rebuild or reinitialize the storage array.
- Do not swap or reseat drives within the enclosure.
- Avoid running repair, recovery, or format utilities.
- Do not update firmware or reset controller settings.
- Stop using the affected system immediately.
Contact a professional recovery team to evaluate your IBM storage environment in a controlled lab. Proper handling is critical to protect data integrity and prevent further corruption.