Recently, NetApp introduced the AFF C-Series systems, representing a significant leap in technology by delivering nearly flash-like speed with the cost-effectiveness of hybrid flash. These systems are designed specifically for NAS and unified use cases, empowering organizations to elevate their infrastructure economically. The AFF C-Series has surpassed anticipated performance, offering organizations a top-notch, budget-friendly storage solution. Businesses opting for the AFF C-Series can upgrade their current hybrid flash or 10K hard drive-based storage systems at a comparable cost, all while transitioning towards an all-flash environment.
NetApp ASA C-Series - the future in your hands

However, their dedication to innovation went beyond that. NetApp broadened its range of products with the introduction of NetApp ASA A-Series systems, bringing the NetApp ONTAP experience to all-flash, block-optimized storage systems. Expanding on the achievements of the AFF C-Series, we are excited to present the NetApp ASA C-Series family.
Tailored for organizations requiring dedicated block storage capacity in flash, the NetApp ASA C-Series provides a robust and adaptable solution for capacity-intensive workloads at an optimized cost and density.
Discover a 9 reasons why the NetApp ASA C-Series is the ultimate choice:
-
Unbeatable Cost Savings and Efficiency
ASA C-Series systems deliver high capacity at just $0.50 per gigabyte, significantly reducing costs for intensive workloads. -
Accelerated Performance
Experience unmatched speed and efficiency with all-flash, all-NVMe technology, enhancing VMware and database performance to new heights. -
Guaranteed Availability
Ensure mission-critical operations with six nines availability, providing unparalleled reliability and peace of mind. -
Industry-Leading Efficiency
Maximize your storage capacity with NetApp’s industry-leading raw-to-usable capacity and a 4:1 Storage Efficiency Guarantee, reducing total cost of ownership while maintaining optimal efficiency. -
Cloud-Connected:
Experience seamless disaster recovery, backup, and tiering to the cloud.
-
Cyber Resilience:
Safeguard your data against ransomware attacks with tamperproof NetApp Snapshot copies, enabling quick recovery. Ransomware Recovery Guarantee ensures your business stays protected. -
Comprehensive Data Protection:
Achieve business continuity and comprehensive data protection with VMware vSphere Metro Storage Cluster (vMSC) support for seamless operations. -
Simplicity at Its Best:
Utilize the same ONTAP software as tNetApp's unified product line for common APIs and management, ensuring a streamlined experience. -
Sustainable Solution:
Reduce your power consumption by up to 70% compared to competing all-flash arrays, contributing to a greener future.
NetApp's unified storage delivers unparalleled benefits, allowing you to streamline operations on a large scale, boost IT productivity, and reduce risks across SAN, NAS, and unified environments. Through the consolidation of block, file, and object storage in a robust ONTAP environment, you can experience consistent management and automation, eliminating the need to relearn skills or reimplement automation. Rely on a standardized data security model that is free from fragmented silos. Simplify data protection by establishing recovery runbooks only once. With steadfast support and a seamless vendor experience, NetApp empowers organizations to confidently navigate the storage landscape, unlocking a realm of streamlined efficiency and reliable security.
Seize the Future: Embrace the NetApp ASA C-Series
Integrating the NetApp ASA C-Series into your IT infrastructure isn't merely an upgrade; it's a bold step into the future. Don't overlook the chance to revitalize your storage infrastructure with the NetApp ASA family. Witness the capabilities of a unified platform that streamlines operations, fortifies data security, guarantees comprehensive data protection, and delivers a unified and seamless user experience. Embrace the forthcoming era with NetApp ASA C-Series and maintain a leading position in the digital age.
ASA C-Series: Tailored for Workloads Requiring High Capacity
ASA C800 |
ASA C400 |
ASA C250 |
|
Best for | More demanding workloads requiring moderately high performance and high capacity | Most enterprise applications that require best balance of performance and capacity | Mid-size business and enterprises that require simplicity and best value |
Maximum scale-out | 12 nodes | 12 nodes | 12 nodes |
Raw capacity | 182TB-2.2PB | 122TB-1.46PB | 122-734TB |
Max Effective Capacity | 176PB | 71PB | 35PB |
Controller Chassis Form Factor | 4U; 48 internal SSD slots | 4U | 2U; 24 internal SSD slots |
---|---|---|---|
Power Consumption (Median) | 1463W | 1240W (with NS224) | 491W |