NetApp AFF A70
The NetApp AFF A70 is a high-performance midrange all-flash array delivering active-active controller processing for enterprise applications, mixed workloads, and private cloud deployments. With native NVMe storage media, high-density flash support, and automated data reduction, it balances raw performance with low operational overhead.
Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
|---|---|
| Family | AFF A-Series |
| Form factor | 4U rack |
| Released | May 2024 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active controllers in 4U enclosure |
| Processor | Intel Xeon Scalable multi-core processors per controller |
| Memory | 256GB system memory per HA pair with NVRAM cache |
| Drive bays | Up to 48x internal NVMe SSDs in 4U chassis, plus NS224 expansion shelves |
| Supported drives | NVMe TLC SSDs (1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB, 15.3TB, 30.7TB) |
| Maximum raw capacity | Up to 150PB in a 24-node cluster |
| Host connectivity | PCIe expansion slots supporting 100GbE, 25GbE, 10GbE, and 32Gb/64Gb FC |
| Storage protocols | NVMe/FC, NVMe/TCP, FC, iSCSI, NFS, SMB, S3 |
| Clustering | Up to 24 nodes (12 HA pairs) |
| Management | NetApp ONTAP 9 |
Generations
- Previous generation: NetApp AFF A400
Check compatibility with NetApp
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that NetApp has tested with the NetApp AFF A70.
- Compatibility NetApp Interoperability Matrix Tool (IMT) (free vendor sign-in)
- Specifications NetApp Hardware Universe (platform specs and supported parts)
- Support NetApp Support
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
What array does the NetApp AFF A70 replace?
The AFF A70 replaces the AFF A400, delivering higher throughput and next-generation PCIe expansion.
Can the AFF A70 scale out beyond a single pair?
Yes, AFF A70 systems can be clustered into up to 24 nodes (12 HA pairs) in a single ONTAP storage cluster.
Buying or selling AFF A70?
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
- NetApp AFF A-Series Systems Overview, checked 2026-10-28
- NetApp Hardware Universe - AFF A70 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28