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Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform One Block, Explained

Learn more about Hitachi Vantara's Virtual Storage Platform One Block storage, the new compact data appliance that redefines simplicity, reliability, and sustainability.

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A compact powerhouse that redefines simplicity, sustainability and reliability

With Virtual Storage Platform (VSP) One Block, eliminate complexity while maximizing data availability, security, and efficiency.

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Smart Data Reduction

4:1

Industry-leading 4:1 effective capacity

Capacity

3.96PBe

A compact 2U powerhouse with 32 host ports

Data Availability

100%

The industry’s most comprehensive guarantee

Quick and easy installation

You can install VSP One Block in just 30 minutes or less. In this video, we walk you through the simple steps of the installation process.

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Self-service installation in about 30 minutes

Hitachi Vantara’s VSP One Block Buyers Guide

No One Comes Close

VSP One purely outclasses other storage vendors in energy efficiency.

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Eco-friendly Storage

Invest in technology innovation that drives sustainability

Eco-friendly Infrastructure

Achieving Your Sustainability Goals

With VSP One, you can embed sustainability in your organization, leveraging patented technologies that increase efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.

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Competitive Advantage

Meet your business and sustainability goals

Learn how Hitachi Vantara’s VSP products can reduce your organization’s electricity usage and carbon footprint while also saving you money.

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More Storage Power. Less Energy Cost.

Hitachi Vantara’s Virtual Storage Platform One Block leads in efficiency. It has the most powerful performance in a single watt than any other data storage.

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#1

Most Energy Efficient Storage, per ENERGY STAR All NVSS Disk Online 4 Category (as of August 2024)

“When we started to evaluate vendors, we assumed that Hitachi was an enterprise solution provider that we would simply be unable to afford, but in fact nothing could have been further from the truth.”

Greg Brandenburg VP for Information Technology & CIO, UMHB

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“Our offices around the world must be able to connect to our central IT systems 24/7. To ensure near-100% availability, we depend on the highly reliable infrastructure and services provided by Hitachi and Netability.”

Antonio Adorno IT Manager, FarmaMondo

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“VSP One Block provides La Molisana with everything modern business demands from storage: performance, reliability, and data protection, both through the storage’s capabilities and its native integration with backup software, along with reduced energy consumption and a drastic minimization of downtime risk. This will be critical for enabling La Molisana’s expansion into new markets and launch new products.”

Maurizio Maio Chief Information Officer, La Molisana

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University of Mary Hardin–Baylor (UMHB)FarmaMondoLa Molisana

Data management made easy

Our simple embedded management, along with our SaaS based Clear Sight portal, allows you to consume our VSP One Block platform with ease.

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See how Virtual Storage Platform One Block delivers on efficiency and security

This guide explores how Hitachi Vantara’s VSP One Block simplifies data management while reducing energy consumption and mitigating risks.

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Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform One Block Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hitachi VSP One Block is a compact, high-performance data storage platform built specifically for mid-sized businesses that need enterprise-grade features without the complexity. Designed to simplify data infrastructure, it combines powerful capabilities, including up to 3.96PBe of capacity and industry-leading 4:1 smart data reduction, into a small 2U form factor. It’s perfect for organizations looking to increase data availability, enhance efficiency, and future-proof their storage investment, all while keeping management intuitive and overhead low.

VSP One Block is designed for rapid deployment with minimal disruption. Most organizations can complete installation in 30 minutes or less, thanks to its intuitive design and guided setup. Whether you’re installing the system on-premises or remotely, the streamlined process reduces IT workload and lets your team focus on what matters, leveraging data to drive business outcomes.

Sustainability is core to the VSP One Block value proposition. The platform incorporates eco-conscious design elements, including the use of post-consumer recycled plastics and power-optimized architecture to help reduce environmental impact. With patented energy efficiency technologies, VSP One Block not only supports green initiatives but also helps reduce operational costs by lowering electricity usage and minimizing heat output.

VSP One Block leads the industry in energy efficiency. It earned the #1 ranking in the ENERGY STAR NVSS Disk Online 4 category (as of August 2024), showcasing its unmatched performance-per-watt ratio. The platform is engineered to deliver maximum throughput and storage capacity using minimal power, offering businesses a powerful way to support data growth while minimizing carbon footprint and utility costs.

Managing data with VSP One Block is remarkably simple, thanks to embedded management tools and the cloud-based Clear Sight SaaS portal. These tools give users full visibility into storage usage, performance, and health, no steep learning curve required. The intuitive dashboard and automation capabilities help reduce manual effort, streamline administration, and ensure your storage environment is optimized at all times.