IBM ended support for the last ProtecTIER models, the TS7650G (3958-DD6) and TS7620, on November 30, 2020. Every model and version, with IBM's dates.
ProtecTIER hardware: every model
| Model | Machine type | Withdrawn from marketing | End of support |
|---|---|---|---|
| TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway | 3958-DD6 | 2018-02-13 | 2020-11-30 |
| TS7620 ProtecTIER Deduplication Appliance | 3959-SM2 | 2018-02-13 | 2020-11-30 |
| TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway | 3958-DD5 | 2016-05-10 | 2020-09-30 |
| TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway | 3958-DD4 | 2012-06-04 | 2019-12-31 |
| TS7620 expansion unit | 3959-EXP | 2018-02-13 | 2019-12-31 |
| TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway | 3958-DD3 | 2010-10-26 | 2018-11-30 |
| TS7650G ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway | 3958-DD1 | 2009-03-28 | 2018-11-30 |
| TS7650 ProtecTIER Deduplication Appliance | 3958-AP1 | 2012-10-03 | 2018-11-30 |
| TS7610 ProtecTIER Deduplication Appliance | 3959-SM1 | 2012-06-04 | 2016-10-31 |
| TS7680 ProtecTIER Deduplication Gateway for System z | 3958-DE2 | 2012-09-25 | 2015-11-30 |
What's covered
- ProtecTIER hardware: every model
- ProtecTIER software
- What to do if a ProtecTIER is still in service
Full guide with every version, risk scores, and live updates: https://endoflife.ai/article-ibm-protectier-eol
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