NetApp E-Series E2860
The NetApp E2860 is the high-density 4U 60-drive configuration of the E2800 hybrid storage family. Delivering multi-petabyte capacity in a compact 4U footprint across three slide-out drawers, it serves as an efficient storage tier for video recording, backup targets, and unstructured data archives under SANtricity OS.
Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
|---|---|
| Family | E-Series |
| Form factor | 4U rack |
| Released | Sep 2016 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active controllers in 4U 60-drive enclosure |
| Processor | Intel processors per controller |
| Memory | 32GB system memory per HA pair with cache protection |
| Drive bays | 60x internal top-loading 3.5-inch/2.5-inch drive drawers, expandable to 180 drives |
| Supported drives | 7.2K NL-SAS HDDs, 10K SAS HDDs, and 12Gb SAS SSDs |
| Maximum raw capacity | Up to 1.8PB raw with DE460C 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 E2760
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 E2860.
- 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 in the E2860 enclosure?
The E2860 chassis holds up to 60 drives in three top-loading drawers.
What is the Lenovo equivalent of the E2860?
Lenovo OEMed the E2860 as the ThinkSystem DE4000H 4U60 configuration.
Buying or selling E2860?
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 - E2860 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28