HPE Nimble Storage Nimble Storage AF80
The HPE Nimble Storage AF80 represents the apex of the Gen5 all-flash array family, delivering maximum IOPS throughput, petabyte-scale effective flash capacity, and extreme controller compute density. Engineered for Tier-1 enterprise workloads, core banking platforms, and consolidated multi-tenant service provider environments, the AF80 guarantees sub-millisecond response times and uninterrupted operation through non-disruptive upgrades.
Specifications
| Brand | HPE |
|---|---|
| Family | Nimble Storage |
| Form factor | 4U rack all-flash array |
| Released | May 2018 |
| End of sale | Oct 2022 |
| End of support | Oct 2027 |
| Form factor | 4U rack chassis |
| Controllers | Dual high-end active-standby controllers with maximum RAM and CPU |
| Raw capacity | Up to 184TB raw base, expandable over 1PB raw with shelves |
| Effective capacity | Up to 4PB effective capacity across multi-shelf topologies |
| Host ports | 32Gb/16Gb Fibre Channel and 25GbE/10GbE optical iSCSI |
| Clustering | Scale out to 16PB effective capacity across a four-node cluster |
Generations
- Previous generation: HPE Nimble Storage Nimble Storage AF5000
- Next generation: HPE Alletra 6000
Check compatibility with HPE
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that HPE has tested with the HPE Nimble Storage Nimble Storage AF80.
- Compatibility HPE SPOCK (storage, SAN and host compatibility)
- Part lookup HPE PartSurfer (spare and option part numbers)
- Support HPE Support Center
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What distinguishes the AF80 from the AF60?
The AF80 incorporates upgraded high-core Intel processors and double the system memory to handle higher IOPS ceilings and larger scale-out cluster sizes.
Is the AF80 eligible for trade-in to HPE Alletra 6000?
Yes, HPE and enterprise hardware resellers provide structured trade-in programs for migrating AF80 arrays to modern Alletra 6000 NVMe platforms.
Buying or selling Nimble Storage AF80?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- HPE Nimble Storage AF80 QuickSpecs (Nimble AF80 All Flash Array QuickSpecs), checked 2026-10-27
- HPE Nimble Storage AF80 Overview and Technical Specifications, checked 2026-10-27