NetApp EF-Series EF300
The NetApp EF300 is an entry all-NVMe block storage system designed for data analytics, HPC clusters, and database acceleration at an accessible cost point. Running SANtricity OS in a 2U dual-controller enclosure, it provides sub-100 microsecond response times and up to 670,000 IOPS over NVMe-oF and 100Gb InfiniBand.
Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
|---|---|
| Family | EF-Series |
| Form factor | 2U rack |
| Released | Nov 2020 |
| Controller configuration | Dual active-active controllers in 2U enclosure |
| Processor | AMD EPYC processors per controller |
| Memory | 64GB system memory per HA pair with cache protection |
| Drive bays | Up to 24x internal 2.5-inch NVMe SSDs in 2U chassis |
| Supported drives | NVMe TLC SSDs (1.9TB, 3.8TB, 7.6TB, 15.3TB) |
| Maximum raw capacity | Up to 367TB raw in 2U enclosure |
| Host connectivity | HIC options supporting 100Gb InfiniBand, 100Gb NVMe/RoCE, and 32Gb FC |
| Storage protocols | NVMe/IB, NVMe/RoCE, NVMe/FC, FC, iSCSI |
| Clustering | High-availability active-active dual controller pair |
| Management | NetApp SANtricity OS |
Generations
- Previous generation: NetApp EF-Series EF280
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 EF-Series EF300.
- 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 processors drive the EF300 controllers?
The EF300 is powered by AMD EPYC embedded multi-core processors.
How does the EF300 compare to the EF600?
The EF300 offers entry NVMe pricing and 670K IOPS, while the high-end EF600 delivers 2M IOPS and 200Gb HDR InfiniBand.
Buying or selling EF300?
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 EF300 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28
- NetApp Hardware Universe - EF300 Specifications, checked 2026-10-28