PowerFlex rack is a fully engineered, rack-scale system that provides a turnkey experience. It integrates Dell PowerEdge servers, PowerFlex software-defined storage, and networking components into a pre-configured and validated solution. This offering includes comprehensive lifecycle management and automation capabilities delivered through the PowerFlex Manager, which serves as the unified management platform. The entire system, including hardware, software licensing, and support, is delivered and supported by Dell as a single entity.

1. Dell Technologies. (2023). Dell PowerFlex Family Spec Sheet. Page 2. "PowerFlex rack: Fully engineered system with integrated networking providing linear scalability and enterprise-grade performance."

2. Dell Technologies. (2023). Dell PowerFlex: Introduction to the PowerFlex Family White Paper. Page 10

Section 3.1. "PowerFlex rack is a fully engineered system

with Dell integrated networking that enables customers to simplify deployments and accelerate their IT operations."

3. Dell Technologies. (2023). PowerFlex Manager 4.x Release Notes. Page 5

Introduction. "PowerFlex Manager is the management and orchestration component of PowerFlex rack and PowerFlex appliance." This confirms the unified management platform is a key part of the engineered systems.