NetApp 960GB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-inch Enterprise SSD (PN: 108-00546, X371A-R6, SP-371A)

The NetApp 960GB SAS 12Gb/s 2.5-inch Enterprise SSD (PN: 108-00546, X371A-R6, SP-371A) is a high-performance, high-reliability solid-state drive specifically designed and validated for NetApp storage systems. Engineered to integrate seamlessly with NetApp FAS (Fabric-Attached Storage) and AFF (All-Flash FAS) arrays, this 960GB SAS SSD delivers exceptional speed, endurance, and data integrity. It is an essential component for accelerating I/O-intensive workloads, enhancing storage efficiency, and ensuring the robust performance required by enterprise-level data centers.

Manufacturer Information:

• Manufacturer: NetApp, Inc.

Key Features:

• NetApp Original Part: This is a genuine NetApp branded and validated component, featuring NetApp's specific part numbers 108-00546, X371A-R6, and SP-371A. This guarantees optimal compatibility, certified firmware, and full support within NetApp storage environments.
• Enterprise-Grade Performance: Equipped with a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) 12Gb/s interface, offering high bandwidth and low latency for rapid data access. This significantly improves application responsiveness and overall system performance in demanding enterprise workloads.
• Optimized for NetApp Systems: Specifically designed and rigorously tested to function flawlessly within NetApp storage arrays (e.g., FAS and AFF systems). Using original NetApp drives ensures correct firmware operation, cluster compatibility, and leverages NetApp's data management features.
• High Capacity: Provides 960GB of solid-state storage, suitable for a wide range of enterprise applications, from cache acceleration and hot data storage to virtualized environments and analytics.
• 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF): Adheres to the industry-standard 2.5-inch form factor, enabling easy hot-swappable installation into compatible NetApp storage shelves and drive slots.
• Enhanced Reliability and Endurance: Built for continuous 24/7 operation in data center environments. Enterprise-grade NAND flash, proprietary controllers, and advanced error correction mechanisms ensure high endurance and data integrity over the drive's lifespan, even under heavy write cycles.
• Power Loss Protection (PLP): Features integrated Power Loss Protection, which safeguards data in transit during unexpected power outages, providing an additional layer of data reliability critical for enterprise applications.
• Reduced Latency: As an SSD, it inherently offers significantly lower latency compared to traditional hard disk drives, which is crucial for applications sensitive to I/O delays, such as databases and transactional systems.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: NetApp, Inc.
• NetApp Part Number (PN): 108-00546
• NetApp Option Part Number: X371A-R6
• NetApp SP Model: SP-371A
• Capacity: 960 GB
• Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
• SAS Speed: 12 Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch (SFF)
• Technology: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Workload Type: Generally suited for Read-Intensive to Mixed-Use enterprise workloads.
• Features: Power Loss Protection (PLP), Advanced Error Correction, Hot-Swappable.
• Compatibility: Designed for NetApp FAS and AFF storage systems (Please verify specific compatibility with your NetApp controller/shelf model).