Common IBM Storage Failures We Recover
IBM storage systems are designed for enterprise reliability, but hardware faults, configuration errors and power issues can still cause significant data loss. Our engineers are experienced in resolving all major IBM storage failure scenarios, including:
- Controller or cache module faults
- Multiple drive failures within the same 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
- Power loss or backplane failure
When IBM systems such as Storwize, FlashSystem or DS-Series experience these issues, our specialists perform sector-level imaging and virtual reconstruction to restore full and secure access to your data.
Our Expertise in IBM Storage Recovery
We specialise in recovering data from IBM enterprise storage used across virtualised, clustered and high-availability systems. Our engineers combine advanced diagnostics with precise array rebuilding to restore critical business data.
Our expertise covers:
Systems
Storwize, FlashSystem, DS-Series and legacy XIV arrays
Configurations
RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50 and 60 with SAN or NAS setups
Environments
Windows Server, Linux, VMware and AIX
Applications
Virtual storage, databases and enterprise file servers
Even with controller faults or multiple drive failures, our recovery process ensures maximum data integrity and minimal downtime.
What to Avoid After an IBM Storage Failure
Incorrect actions after an IBM storage failure can worsen data loss or damage the array. If your IBM system becomes degraded or inaccessible, avoid the following:
- Do not rebuild or reinitialise the array.
- Do not swap or reseat drives.
- Avoid using repair, recovery or format tools.
- Do not update firmware or reset controller settings.
- Stop using the system immediately.
Always contact a professional recovery team to assess your IBM system in a controlled environment. Proper handling ensures data integrity and prevents further corruption.