FlashArray//XL170 R5 (sub-150µs high-end consolidation)
Top-tier all-flash performance for your most data-intensive applications.
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Configuration at a Glance
Tailored per engagement. Full technical overview below.
Overview
FlashArray//XL170 R5 is Pure Storage's highest-performing FlashArray, adding larger controllers, Direct Memory Modules, and expanded connectivity to consolidate the most demanding tier-1 estates. Nexus Compute specifies, configures, and tests the platform, with Evergreen-backed support and delivery arranged through authorized channels.
Who This Solution Is For
Business Benefits
Headroom to consolidate
Larger controllers and capacity collapse multiple legacy arrays onto one resilient platform.
Extreme low latency
Direct Memory Modules cut read latency toward 150µs for the most demanding applications.
Resilient by design
Multiple 100GbE RoCE inter-controller links provide fast failover and high cross-controller availability.
Typical Business Use Cases
Tier-1 database and ERP consolidation
High-frequency analytics and trading platforms
Large-scale virtualization estates
Multi-application all-flash platform
Industry Applications
Technical Overview
FlashArray//XL170 R5 runs Purity//FA on enlarged dual active-active controllers with optional Direct Memory Modules for read-latency acceleration and DirectFlash Modules featuring onboard distributed NVRAM. It offers 32Gb Fibre Channel plus multiple 100GbE ports for host I/O and RoCE inter-controller fabric.
| Architecture | High-end dual active-active controllers, 100% NVMe |
| Latency | Read latency as low as ~150µs with Direct Memory Modules |
| Media | TLC DirectFlash Modules (DFMD); up to 40 DFMs in chassis |
| Effective Capacity | Up to ~5.5PB (configuration dependent) |
| Host Connectivity | 32Gb FC, multiple 100GbE, NVMe/TCP, NVMe-oF |
| Inter-Controller Fabric | Multiple 100GbE RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCE) |
| Form Factor | 5U chassis, expandable with DirectFlash shelves |
| Management | Purity//FA, Pure1; Evergreen subscription support |
Specifications are indicative and configured to each engagement. Request a quote for a configuration tailored to your requirements.
Warranty, Support & Fulfillment
Every system ships from an authorized channel, configured and tested, with the documentation enterprise buyers need — backed by warranty and a dedicated account team.
Enterprise Warranty
Full manufacturer warranty with optional on-site, next-business-day support and extended coverage.
Authorized Channel
Sourced through Tier-1 distribution and OEM partners — never grey market. Asset & warranty records included.
Lead Time & Deployment
48-hour quotes, then configured, burn-in tested, and delivered on a committed schedule.
Nationwide Fulfillment
Coordinated logistics, rack-and-stack, and delivery wherever your infrastructure lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should we choose //XL over //X?
Choose //XL when you are consolidating many tier-1 workloads or need the lowest latency and highest connectivity in a single array. Its larger controllers and Direct Memory Modules provide headroom //X is not designed to reach.
What latency can we expect?
With Direct Memory Modules, read latency can drop to roughly 150µs, a meaningful improvement over prior generations for latency-sensitive databases and analytics.
Does upgrading require downtime?
No. The Evergreen model upgrades controllers and capacity non-disruptively in place, avoiding the data migrations traditional array refreshes require.
Hardware Assistance
Configure the FlashArray//XL170 R5 (sub-150µs high-end consolidation) with Nexus Compute
Tell us your requirements and a hardware specialist will help you specify, configure, and quote the right system — typically within two business days. No obligation.