NetApp AFF A-Series A50

Brand: NetApp | Category: Storage Systems

SKU: AFF-A50 | Part #: AFF-A50 | MPN: AFF-A50

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The NetApp AFF A50 supports NVMe-oF, iSCSI, FC, NFS, and SMB protocols, delivering all-flash array performance for latency-sensitive enterprise workloads. This 2U rack-mounted storage system combines NetApp ONTAP management with industry-leading throughput and IOPS to serve storage architects and IT procurement teams seeking unified, high-performance data infrastructure.

The AFF-A50 delivers 4.8 GB/s maximum throughput and 600,000 IOPS, backed by 256 GB of controller memory and four 100GbE QSFP28 network interfaces for massive parallel connectivity. With 24 drive bays supporting 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch SSDs, the system scales to meet demanding capacity and performance requirements. NetApp's ONTAP REST API, SSH, and HTTPS management protocols ensure seamless integration into existing enterprise environments. Measuring 438 × 88.9 × 751 mm and operating across 0–40 °C, the AFF-A50 fits standard data centre racks while maintaining thermal efficiency.

Typical Enterprise Deployments

• High-frequency trading and financial services platforms requiring sub-millisecond latency and consistent 600,000 IOPS performance
• Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and application servers demanding rapid boot and log-in response across hundreds of concurrent users
• Database acceleration for transactional systems, data warehouses, and real-time analytics on NetApp ONTAP
• Backup and disaster recovery targets consolidating multiple workloads across unified NAS and SAN protocols
• Content delivery and media rendering workflows leveraging 4.8 GB/s sustained throughput for large file operations

Contact Omnixon Global to request a quotation for the NetApp AFF A50 and explore financing, integration, and support options tailored to your infrastructure roadmap.