NetApp FAS Series SATA SSD - 960GB

Brand: NetApp | Category: Enterprise SSDs

SKU: X11428A-R6 | Part #: X11428A-R6 | MPN: X11428A-R6

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The NetApp FAS Series SATA SSD 960GB (part number X11428A-R6) delivers enterprise-grade endurance and capacity in a 2.5-inch form factor purpose-built for unified storage environments. This drive represents a mature, production-hardened option for organizations seeking reliable flash acceleration within NetApp FAS infrastructure, particularly where write-intensive workloads demand sustained performance over extended operational lifecycles.

Storage architects and data centre administrators deploying NetApp FAS systems encounter a familiar decision point: how to balance performance gains against total cost of ownership when introducing solid-state drives into hybrid arrays. The X11428A-R6 addresses this by operating as a qualified NetApp component within DS2246 and compatible disk shelves, eliminating qualification risk and firmware compatibility issues that plague third-party flash integration. NetApp ONTAP firmware management ensures that this 960GB SATA SSD functions as an integrated storage tier rather than a bolted-on acceleration device. When paired with Flash Pool technology, the drive participates in intelligent data tiering alongside HDD capacity, transparently migrating hot blocks to flash and cold data back to mechanical storage. This hybrid approach allows storage teams to achieve SSD-like responsiveness for active datasets without the per-gigabyte expense of full-flash arrays.

The 7mm height and 2.5-inch form factor position the X11428A-R6 within standard NetApp disk shelf architectures, meaning no redesign of shelf topology or cabling infrastructure is required during deployment. For environments already running ONTAP with deduplication, compression, and storage efficiency features enabled, the addition of SATA SSD capacity unlocks further gains through compaction—the efficiency engine that packs reduced data blocks more densely on flash than on spinning media. FabricPool integration extends this efficiency model to cloud-connected deployments, allowing ONTAP to tier cold data to object storage while keeping frequently accessed content resident on the X11428A-R6. NetApp AutoSupport continuously monitors drive health and firmware status, sending actionable alerts to NetApp support and reducing the need for manual health checks. This qualification and monitoring approach is what separates purpose-built enterprise SSDs from commodity SATA drives: vendor accountability, firmware synchronization, and integration into the storage operating system itself.

Procurement teams and infrastructure engineers should recognize that NetApp FAS Series SATA SSDs occupy a distinct position in the storage hierarchy. They are not replacements for NVMe-based all-flash arrays, nor are they consumer-grade SSDs repurposed for data centre duty. The X11428A-R6 is engineered for the write patterns and operational expectations of unified storage systems: sustained random I/O from multiple hosts, long shelf life within temperature-controlled environments, and deep integration with ONTAP's storage provisioning and data management intelligence. Organizations modernizing aging FAS arrays or expanding existing deployments frequently turn to qualified SATA SSDs as a cost-effective path to performance improvement without wholesale platform replacement. This is particularly relevant for shops running mixed workloads—databases requiring flash speed alongside large-file repositories that benefit from capacity—where monolithic all-flash architectures would prove wasteful.

Omnixon Global supplies NetApp FAS Series components and enterprise storage infrastructure throughout the UAE, GCC region, and broader Asia-Europe corridor. Our inventory includes qualified NetApp SSDs, disk shelves, controllers, and integration services. If you are planning FAS capacity expansion, flash-tier acceleration, or storage modernization within your data centre or enterprise environment, we invite you to submit an RFQ detailing your workload profile, shelf configuration, and timeline. Our storage specialists can validate compatibility, confirm part availability, and structure supply to meet your project schedule.

Enterprise SATA SSD Specifications and Qualification Details

• Raw capacity of 960GB in a 2.5-inch, 7mm height form factor compatible with DS2246 and standard NetApp disk shelves
• SATA interface with NetApp ONTAP firmware management and AutoSupport health monitoring integrated into FAS platform intelligence
• Qualified for Flash Pool tiering, FabricPool cloud integration, and ONTAP storage efficiency (deduplication, compression, compaction)
• Designed for write-intensive unified storage workloads including databases, virtual machine datastores, and multi-protocol file serving
• Full NetApp hardware qualification eliminates firmware compatibility risk and ensures seamless integration with existing FAS arrays
• Part number X11428A-R6 provides unambiguous procurement and inventory tracking across supply chain and support channels