good morning, codyhosterman I used the PureStorage.Pure1
good morning, codyhosterman I used the PureStorage.Pure1 module to get load metrics from Pure1, which worked fine yesterday. But when I run the same script with same cert, etc, I get the message JWT expired. How can I make this authentication process work so if I run it once every hour, I can get authenticated properly? ```$mypwd = "xxxx" $CertObj = Get-PfxCertificate -FilePath C:\Stash\PowerShell-Projects\Pure1\mypfx.pfx -Password $mypwd $pure1_appid = "pure1OSWa2R7FOwejvETD" $PureOneConn = New-PureOneRestConnection -certificate $CertObj -pureAppID $pure1_appid``` reply: `Exception: The Pure1 Organization with ID 1001 is already connected.` ```$PureOneArrays = Get-PureOneArray -arrayProduct FlashArray Invoke-RestMethod: {"message":"JWT is expired"}```Getting Started with Pure Storage Fusion: A Quick Guide to Unified Fleet Management
One of the most powerful updates in the Pure Storage ecosystem is the ability to federate arrays into a unified fleet with Fusion. Whether you're scaling out infrastructure or simplifying operations across data centers, Fusion makes multi-array management seamless—and the setup process is refreshingly simple. Here’s a quick walkthrough to get your fleet up and running: 🔹 Step 1: Create or Join a Fleet From the Fleet Management tab in the Purity UI, you can either create a new fleet or join an existing one. Creating a fleet? Just assign a memorable name and generate a one-time fleet key. This key acts like a secure handshake, ensuring that only authorized arrays can join. 🔹 Step 2: Add Arrays to the Fleet On each array you want to bring into the fold: Select Join Fleet, enter the fleet name, and paste in the fleet key. Once verified, the array becomes part of your managed fleet. 🔹 Step 3: Manage as One With federation complete, you now have a single, unified control plane. Any array in the fleet can serve as your management entry point—configure, monitor, and operate across the entire environment from one location. This capability is a big leap forward for simplifying scale and operations—especially for hybrid cloud or multi-site environments. If you're testing it out, I’d love to hear how it's working for you or what use cases you're solving.
4 steps to enable Pure Fusion
Several teams like yours have recently switched on Pure Fusion and saved 39.5 hours of staff time per day by boosting application-response times. It’s been a game changer for enterprise data management. Read more on how Mississippi Department of Revenue deployed Pure Storage® platform for a faster, more versatile storage to boost application performance, protect data, and support hypervisor mobility. Pure Fusion unifies enterprise data and automates workflows with simplified storage management, workload automation and AI-driven workload placement. With the power of an Intelligent Control Plane, Fusion automates storage management across cloud, edge or core or any protocol file, object or block. Anchoring the Enterprise Data Cloud, it unifies data services and integrates with existing infrastructures, turning complex, manual tasks into streamlined, policy-driven operations. Fusion enables end-to-end automation—freeing you to accelerate innovation while reducing operational risk and overhead. Here are the 4 steps to enable Pure Fusion: Click here for the complete Pure Fusion Quick Start Guide. Using Secure LDAP (LDAPS) requires additional configuration with certificates. Please reference the Quick Start guide for more information. For compatibility reference, please see the Compatibility Matrix.
Ask Us Everything Recap: Making Purity Upgrades Simple
At our recent Ask Us Everything session, we put a spotlight on something every storage admin has an opinion about: software upgrades. Traditionally, storage upgrades have been dreaded — late nights, service windows, and the fear of downtime. But as attendees quickly learned, Pure Storage Purity upgrades are designed to be a very different experience. Our panel of Pure Storage experts included our host Don Poorman, Technical Evangelist, and special guests Sean Kennedy and Rob Quast, Principal Technologists. Here are the questions that sparked the most conversation, and the insights our panel shared. “Are Purity upgrades really non-disruptive?” This one came up right away, and for good reason. Many admins have scars from upgrade events at other vendors. Pure experts emphasized that non-disruptive upgrades (NDUs) are the default. With thousands performed in the field — even for mission-critical applications — upgrades run safely in the background. Customers don’t need to schedule middle-of-the-night windows just to stay current. “Do I need to wait for a major release?” Attendees wanted to know how often they should upgrade, and whether “dot-zero” releases are safe. The advice: don’t wait too long. With Pure’s long-life releases (like Purity 6.9), you can stay current without chasing every new feature release. And because Purity upgrades are included in your Evergreen subscription, you’re not paying extra to get value — you just need to install the latest version. Session attendees found this slide helpful, illustrating the different kinds of Purity releases. “How do self-service upgrades work?” Admins were curious about how much they can do themselves versus involving Pure Storage support. The good news: self-service upgrades are straightforward through Pure1, but you’re never on your own. Pure Technical Services knows that you're running an upgrade, and if an issue arises you’re automatically moved to the front of the queue. If you want a co-pilot, then of course Pure Storage support can walk you through it live. Either way, the process is fast, repeatable, and built for confidence. Upgrading your Purity version has never been easier, now that Self Service Upgrades lets you modernize on your schedule. “Why should I upgrade regularly?” This is where the conversation shifted from fear to excitement. Staying current doesn’t just keep systems secure — it unlocks new capabilities like: Pure Fusion™: a unified, fleet-wide control plane for storage. FlashArray™ Files: modern file services, delivered from the same trusted platform. Ongoing performance, security, and automation enhancements that come with every release. One attendee summed it up perfectly: “Upgrading isn’t about fixing problems — it’s about getting new toys.” The Takeaway The biggest lesson from this session? Purity upgrades aren’t something to fear — they’re something to look forward to. They’re included with your Evergreen subscription, they don’t disrupt your environment, and they unlock powerful features that make storage easier to manage. So if you’ve been putting off your next upgrade, take a fresh look. Chances are, Fusion, Files, or another feature you’ve been waiting for is already there — you just need to turn it on. 👉 Want to keep the conversation going? Join the discussion in the Pure Community and share your own upgrade tips and stories. Be sure to join our next Ask Us Everything session, and catch up with past sessions here!
Ask Us Everything Recap: Rethinking Storage with the Intelligent Control Plane
The latest Ask Us Everything session focused on a topic that’s quickly becoming central to Everpure’s strategy: the intelligent control plane. And based on the questions from the community, it’s clear that many teams are starting to think beyond individual arrays and toward managing storage as a unified platform. Here are the key takeaways—driven by the questions attendees asked and the answers from Everpure experts Don Poorman, Zane Allyn and Mike Nelson. “Do I need to rebuild my automation to use Everpure Fusion?” Most teams already have automation in place, whether it’s Terraform, Ansible, or years of scripts. The good news: you don’t have to start over. Everpure Fusion is API-driven, so existing workflows can stay intact. In practice, you’re simply shifting from targeting individual arrays to targeting the fleet as a whole. That often means adding a parameter, not rewriting everything. Everpure Fusion picks up where any existing automation gets bogged down, so tasks get simpler as you scale, not more complex. The takeaway: Everpure Fusion helps you scale your existing automation—it simplifies, standardizes and extends it across your data estate. “What does API-first really mean here?” At Everpure, API-first isn’t just a label. The APIs are built before the GUI, which means everything you can do in the GUI is already available programmatically. For practitioners, that translates to flexibility. Whether you’re scripting, using infrastructure-as-code, or experimenting with AI-driven workflows, you’re not waiting for features to be exposed—you already have access. It’s a subtle difference from legacy storage, where automation often lags behind the interface. “How do I approach automation without losing control?” Attendees raised a common concern: automation can feel risky. The advice was straightforward—start with outcomes, not everything at once. Automate a single workflow, apply guardrails, and expand gradually. Automation here isn’t about removing control. It’s about: Reducing repetitive work Minimizing human error Freeing up time for higher-value tasks For most admins juggling multiple systems, that shift is practical—not theoretical. “What does this look like in real workflows?” One of the most relatable examples discussed was a ServiceNow-style request flow. Instead of manually provisioning storage across multiple systems, a user submits a request describing what they need—performance, protection, and resiliency. From there, Everpure Fusion and Pure1 handle the process automatically. The result is faster, more consistent delivery with fewer manual steps. More importantly, it abstracts the complexity away from both the admin and the requester. That’s a major difference from legacy environments, where admins must manage each step across each array. “What do I actually need to install?” This answer surprised some people. Everpure Fusion isn’t a separate product. It’s built into Purity. Once you’re on the right version (Purity//FA 6.8.1 or later, Purity//FB 4.5.5 or later), getting started is simple: Create a fleet Add arrays That’s it. No additional infrastructure, no separate control plane to deploy. This lowers the barrier significantly and makes it easy to start small and build as your needs require. “How does this scale?” As expected, scale came up quickly. Instead of managing arrays individually, Everpure Fusion introduces fleet-level management. New capabilities like topology groups allow further organization within that fleet—by region, workload, or compliance requirements. This is where Everpure’s approach really diverges from legacy storage. You’re no longer limited to thinking in terms of hardware. You can organize storage in ways that reflect how your business actually operates. “What happens if something fails?” Everpure Fusion is distributed across the arrays in the fleet. There’s no single point of failure. If one system goes offline, the rest of the fleet continues operating normally. That design keeps management resilient while still enabling centralized control. Final thoughts The biggest shift highlighted in this session is simple: Stop managing arrays. Start managing outcomes. With the intelligent control plane—powered by Everpure Fusion and Pure1—Everpure enables: Policy-driven automation Fleet-scale visibility Simpler, faster operations For storage teams, that means less time on manual tasks and more time focused on how data supports the business. And based on the conversation, that’s exactly where our customers want to go. Find out more about the Everpure Intelligent Control Plane here. Check out this and all our other Ask Us Everything sessions. And, keep the conversation going by jumping into the Everpure Community.New Pure Code site is live!
After many months of messing with some very old code, we have launched a revised site for the Pure Code Portal. It is much more minimalistic and cleaner than the old one, and we have plans to add our Code videos and Pure Employee website links in the near future. Have a look and feel free to leave a comment if you would like to see something on the site. https://code.purestorage.com/ Cheers, //MikeAccelerate Breakout Replay: Simplifying Storage Management Automation with Pure Fusion™
See how Pure Fusion and APIs make storage automation easy—whether you're starting out or scaling advanced fleet-wide automation. Speakers: Mike Nelson Brent Lim Chris Jimenez - Fanatics https://www.purestorage.com/video/webinars/simplifying-storage-management-automation-with-pure-fusion/6375797858112.html
