Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array

Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array

Brand: Pure Storage | Category: Storage Systems

SKU: PURE-FAC20R2 | Part #: FA-C20R2 | MPN: FA-C20R2

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About the Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array

The FlashArray//C20 R2 is a refreshed mid-range all-NVMe storage array that combines Pure Storage's DirectMemory architecture with modern NVMe technology to deliver sub-millisecond latencies and predictable performance for demanding workloads. The system features dual-controller active-active design with redundant paths, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance without performance degradation. Purpose-built for organizations requiring enterprise storage capabilities at accessible density and operational complexity levels, the C20 R2 targets small-to-medium enterprises and healthcare facilities where data center space and budget constraints demand efficient, purpose-built infrastructure.

The array leverages Pure Storage's Purity operating system to provide advanced data management including inline deduplication, compression, and snapshots without performance tax. The refreshed R2 model introduces enhanced controller specifications, expanded media options, and optimized power delivery to improve TCO metrics while maintaining compatibility with existing Pure Storage management frameworks. DirectMemory technology eliminates traditional SAN bottlenecks by mapping NVMe media directly to system memory, enabling consistent sub-1ms response times regardless of workload characteristics.

Designed for hybrid enterprise workloads including virtual machine acceleration, database transaction processing, and high-concurrency file serving, the FlashArray//C20 R2 consolidates multiple legacy tier-1 and tier-2 systems into a single compact appliance. The 2U form factor accommodates up to 24 NVMe drives, supporting raw capacities from 96TB to 384TB, while intelligent flash management extends effective capacity through industry-standard data reduction techniques.

Ideal for

  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and virtual machine consolidation with reduced boot/login storm latency
  • Enterprise SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases requiring consistent sub-millisecond response times and high IOPS
  • Hospital Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) repositories serving radiologists with instant image retrieval
  • High-frequency trading and financial services analytics requiring microsecond-precision data access
  • Medical research imaging processing and healthcare AI model training workflows
  • SME e-commerce and SaaS platforms experiencing rapid growth in transactional volume

Technical specifications

ManufacturerPure Storage
ModelFlashArray//C20 R2
Form Factor2U rackmount
Controller ConfigurationDual active-active redundant controllers
NVMe Drive Bays24 drives (maximum)
Supported NVMe Capacity per Drive4TB, 8TB, 16TB drive options
Maximum Raw Capacity384TB (24x 16TB NVMe drives)
Effective Capacity with Data ReductionUp to 1.2PB (dependent on workload deduplication/compression ratios)
ArchitectureDirectMemory all-NVMe architecture with inline deduplication and compression
Average Latency<1 millisecond (sub-millisecond consistency)
Maximum IOPS1.2+ million mixed-workload operations per second
Maximum Throughput120GB/s aggregate bandwidth
Data ProtectionRAID-6 distributed parity with immediate reconstruction
ReplicationNative synchronous and asynchronous replication to remote arrays
Operating SystemPurity version 6.4+
Network InterfacesDual 100GbE or configurable 25GbE Ethernet ports per controller
Power Consumption3.2-4.8kW typical operation (dependent on drive configuration)
CoolingHot-swappable redundant fan modules
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)>2.5 million hours
Environmental Operating Temperature10-35°C

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Technical Specifications

BrandPure Storage
CategoryStorage Systems
SKUPURE-FAC20R2
Part NumberFA-C20R2
ConditionNew
ModelFlashArray//C20 R2
Form Factor2U rackmount
Controller ConfigurationDual active-active redundant controllers
NVMe Drive Bays24 drives (maximum)
Supported NVMe Capacity per Drive4TB, 8TB, 16TB drive options
Maximum Raw Capacity384TB (24x 16TB NVMe drives)
Effective Capacity with Data ReductionUp to 1.2PB (dependent on workload deduplication/compression ratios)
ArchitectureDirectMemory all-NVMe architecture with inline deduplication and compression
Average Latency<1 millisecond (sub-millisecond consistency)
Maximum IOPS1.2+ million mixed-workload operations per second
Maximum Throughput120GB/s aggregate bandwidth
Data ProtectionRAID-6 distributed parity with immediate reconstruction
ReplicationNative synchronous and asynchronous replication to remote arrays
Operating SystemPurity version 6.4+
Network InterfacesDual 100GbE or configurable 25GbE Ethernet ports per controller
Power Consumption3.2-4.8kW typical operation (dependent on drive configuration)
CoolingHot-swappable redundant fan modules
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)>2.5 million hours
Environmental Operating Temperature10-35°C

Frequently Asked Questions about Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array

What does the Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array do?

the Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array 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 Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array?

Key specifications for the Pure Storage FlashArray//C20 R2 Mid-Range All-NVMe Array: new condition; manufacturer Pure Storage; model FlashArray//C20 R2; form factor 2U rackmount; controller configuration Dual active-active redundant controllers; nvme drive bays 24 drives (maximum); supported nvme capacity per drive 4TB, 8TB, 16TB drive options. Manufacturer part number FA-C20R2. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.