NetApp E-Series E2824
The NetApp E2824 is the 2U 24-drive 2.5-inch SFF configuration of the E2800 hybrid storage system. Engineered for high IOPS density in small-to-midsized virtualization, medical imaging, and dedicated transaction processing, it provides flexible block connectivity and SANtricity data protection.
Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
|---|---|
| Family | E-Series |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Sep 2016 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active controllers in 2U 24-drive enclosure |
| Processor | Intel processors per controller |
| Memory | 32GB system memory per HA pair with cache protection |
| Drive bays | 24x internal 2.5-inch 12Gb SAS drive bays, expandable to 180 drives |
| Supported drives | 12Gb SAS SSDs and 10K SAS HDDs |
| Maximum raw capacity | Up to 1.8PB raw with expansion shelves |
| Host connectivity | HIC slots supporting 32Gb/16Gb FC, 25GbE, 10GbE, and 12Gb SAS |
| Storage protocols | FC, iSCSI, SAS |
| Clustering | Dual active-active controller HA pair |
| Management | NetApp SANtricity OS |
Generations
- Previous generation: NetApp E-Series E2724
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 E-Series E2824.
- 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
How many drives fit internally in the E2824?
The E2824 chassis holds 24 internal 2.5-inch small form factor (SFF) SAS drives.
What is the Lenovo equivalent of the E2824?
Lenovo OEMed the E2824 as the ThinkSystem DE4000H 2U24 SFF array.
Buying or selling E2824?
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 E2800 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28
- NetApp Hardware Universe - E2824 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28