NetApp AFF A900
The NetApp AFF A900 is an enterprise modular all-flash storage system engineered for maximum availability and non-disruptive upgrades. Featuring dual modular controllers within an 8U chassis, dedicated NVMe drive shelves, and comprehensive protocol support, it provides high uptime and extreme scalability for core banking, ERP, and healthcare databases.
Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
|---|---|
| Family | AFF A-Series |
| Form factor | 8U modular rack |
| Released | Feb 2022 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active modular controllers in 8U enclosure |
| Processor | Dual Intel Xeon processors per controller |
| Memory | 1024GB system memory per HA pair with NVRAM cache |
| Drive bays | Connects to external NS224 NVMe drive shelves (no internal storage bays in head unit) |
| Supported drives | NVMe TLC SSDs (1.9TB to 30.7TB) |
| Maximum raw capacity | Up to 702PB in a 24-node cluster |
| Host connectivity | Up to 20 PCIe Gen 4 expansion slots supporting 100GbE, 40GbE, 25GbE, 10GbE, and 32Gb 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 A700
- Next generation: NetApp AFF A1K
Compatible parts
Cables
X6562-R6 NetApp X6562-R6 Cat 6 RJ-45 Ethernet cable, 5 m
X6585-R6 NetApp X6585-R6 Cat 6 RJ-45 Ethernet cable, 3 m
X66031A NetApp X66031A storage cable, 1 m
X66032A NetApp X66032A storage cable, 2 m
X66033A NetApp X66033A storage cable, 3 m
X66100-1 NetApp X66100-1 40 GbE cable, 1 m
X66100-3 NetApp X66100-3 40 GbE cable, 3 m
X66100-5 NetApp X66100-5 40 GbE cable, 5 m
X66211B-1 NetApp X66211B-1 100 GbE cable, 1 m
X66211B-2 NetApp X66211B-2 100 GbE cable, 2 m
X66211B-5 NetApp X66211B-5 100 GbE cable, 5 m
X66240A-05 NetApp X66240A-05 25 GbE cable, 0.5 m
X66240A-2 NetApp X66240A-2 25 GbE cable, 2 m
X66240A-5 NetApp X66240A-5 25 GbE cable, 5 m
X66250-15 NetApp X66250-15 Fibre Channel optical cable, 15 m
X66250-2 NetApp X66250-2 Fibre Channel optical cable, 2 m
X66250-5 NetApp X66250-5 Fibre Channel optical cable, 5 m
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 A900.
- 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
Can AFF A700 systems be upgraded to the AFF A900?
Yes, AFF A700 controllers can be non-disruptively chassis-swapped to AFF A900 controllers without migrating data.
How many PCIe expansion slots does the AFF A900 feature?
The 8U modular chassis provides up to 20 PCIe expansion slots for host adapters and storage shelf connections.
Buying or selling AFF A900?
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 A900 Documentation, checked 2026-10-28
- NetApp Hardware Universe - AFF A900 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28
- Install an AFF A900 system using detailed step-by-step instructions, checked 2026-10-28