NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System
Brand: NetApp | Category: Storage Systems
SKU: NETA-ASAR2A90 | Part #: ASA-R2-A90 | MPN: ASA-R2-A90
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About the NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System
The NetApp ASA R2 A90 is a unified storage system purpose-built on the next-generation ASA R2 platform, launching in 2024 with a streamlined architecture that consolidates block and file protocols into a single appliance. It delivers enterprise-grade performance through a dual-controller design with tight integration to ONTAP 9.15, enabling seamless data management across SAN and NAS workloads while reducing operational complexity. The A90 specifically targets mid-to-large enterprises requiring consolidated storage infrastructure with reduced management overhead and simplified deployment models.
Architecturally, the system features all-flash construction with optimized metadata handling designed for AI and machine learning workloads, incorporating intelligent caching and tiering capabilities native to ONTAP. The unified approach eliminates the need for separate storage platforms, reducing capital expenditure and simplifying data center architecture. Native support for NVMe and high-speed Ethernet connectivity ensures consistent low-latency performance across mixed workload environments.
Key differentiators include simplified SAN/NAS unification eliminating protocol silos, AI-ready performance optimization for metadata-intensive operations, and comprehensive data protection through ONTAP Snapshot and replication technologies. The platform is designed for enterprises evaluating converged storage strategies without sacrificing performance or feature depth.
Ideal for
- Consolidated SAN/NAS infrastructure for large enterprises consolidating storage silos into unified all-flash platforms
- AI and machine learning pipelines requiring optimized metadata performance and rapid file access patterns
- High-performance database environments supporting mixed transactional and analytical workloads on unified storage
- Enterprise backup and disaster recovery operations leveraging native replication and snapshot capabilities
- Multi-tenancy and virtualization environments requiring storage quality-of-service and secure data isolation
- Real-time analytics and data lake operations combining structured SAN block access with unstructured NAS file services
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | NetApp |
| Model | ASA R2 A90 |
| Platform | ASA R2 (All-Flash SAN Array) |
| Architecture | Unified SAN/NAS dual-controller all-flash |
| ONTAP Version | ONTAP 9.15 |
| Controller Configuration | Dual active-active controllers |
| Storage Media | All-flash NVMe and SSD |
| Supported Protocols | FC, iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS |
| Maximum Usable Capacity | Up to 100+ TB (configuration dependent) |
| Performance Target | Sub-millisecond latency, multi-million IOPS |
| Cache Architecture | Intelligent metadata-optimized caching |
| Network Connectivity | 40GbE and 100GbE Ethernet support |
| Fibre Channel Ports | 32Gb FC native support |
| Data Protection | ONTAP Snapshots, SnapMirror, synchronous replication |
| Availability | Non-disruptive operations, takeover/giveback capabilities |
| Management | System Manager unified dashboard, REST API |
| Physical Form Factor | 2U rack mount dual-controller chassis |
| Launch Timeline | 2024 Q3 |
| Target Market Segment | Enterprise mid-to-large data centers |
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | NetApp |
| Category | Storage Systems |
| SKU | NETA-ASAR2A90 |
| Part Number | ASA-R2-A90 |
| Condition | New |
| Model | ASA R2 A90 |
| Platform | ASA R2 (All-Flash SAN Array) |
| Architecture | Unified SAN/NAS dual-controller all-flash |
| ONTAP Version | ONTAP 9.15 |
| Controller Configuration | Dual active-active controllers |
| Storage Media | All-flash NVMe and SSD |
| Supported Protocols | FC, iSCSI, NFS, SMB/CIFS |
| Maximum Usable Capacity | Up to 100+ TB (configuration dependent) |
| Performance Target | Sub-millisecond latency, multi-million IOPS |
| Cache Architecture | Intelligent metadata-optimized caching |
| Network Connectivity | 40GbE and 100GbE Ethernet support |
| Fibre Channel Ports | 32Gb FC native support |
| Data Protection | ONTAP Snapshots, SnapMirror, synchronous replication |
| Availability | Non-disruptive operations, takeover/giveback capabilities |
| Management | System Manager unified dashboard, REST API |
| Physical Form Factor | 2U rack mount dual-controller chassis |
| Launch Timeline | 2024 Q3 |
| Target Market Segment | Enterprise mid-to-large data centers |
Frequently Asked Questions about NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System
What does the NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System do?
the NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System suits enterprise data-center storage tiers — all-flash arrays, hyperconverged storage pools (vSAN, Ceph), database backends, and high-throughput backup repositories. It is supported by major server platforms.
What are the headline specs of the NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System?
Key specifications for the NetApp ASA R2 A90 Unified Storage System: new condition; manufacturer NetApp; model ASA R2 A90; platform ASA R2 (All-Flash SAN Array); architecture Unified SAN/NAS dual-controller all-flash; ontap version ONTAP 9.15; controller configuration Dual active-active controllers. Manufacturer part number ASA-R2-A90. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.