SPECIAL OFFER: NetApp AFF A800 NVMe All-Flash Storage System - In Stock
- Aug 29
- 6 min read
Looking for a refurbished NetApp AFF A800 for sale with large NVMe capacity, dual-controller high availability and high-speed networking?
This NetApp AFF A800 is configured with 48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSDs, providing 368.64TB raw capacity in a 4U enterprise all-flash storage system.
The configuration includes:
2 × HA controllers
48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSDs
368.64TB raw capacity
100GbE and 25GbE connectivity
NetApp ONTAP
NFS and SMB / CIFS
Fibre Channel and iSCSI
NVMe/FC and NVMe/TCP support
S3 object storage
SnapMirror, SnapVault, FlexClone and SnapRestore
NetApp AFF A800 NVMe Storage
Limited Stock At Special Pricing
NetApp AFF A800 Specifications
Specification | Configuration |
Model | NetApp AFF A800 |
Condition | Refurbished |
Form factor | 4U |
Controllers | 2 × HA controllers |
Internal drive slots | 48 |
Installed drives | 48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSD |
Raw capacity | 368.64TB |
Storage type | NVMe all-flash |
Networking | 100GbE + 25GbE |
Operating system | NetApp ONTAP |
Architecture | Dual-controller HA |
The NetApp AFF A800 is a high-performance all-flash system with two HA
controllers and 48 internal SSD slots, built for low-latency enterprise workloads.
368.64TB Raw NVMe Capacity: NetApp AFF A800
This AFF A800 contains: 48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSD = 368.64TB raw capacity
All 48 internal NVMe drive slots are populated. This is useful for companies that already expect significant storage growth and want to avoid sourcing and installing another set of compatible SSDs later.
The 368.64TB is raw capacity
Actual usable ONTAP capacity will be lower after factors such as:
RAID protection
spare allocation
aggregate configuration
system overhead
snapshots
ONTAP storage-efficiency features such as deduplication, compression and compaction can increase effective capacity, but the result depends on the workload and data type.
The NetApp AFF A800 can be a better fit when you need high-speed Ethernet, file/block/S3 support, all-flash performance, long-term warranty, and future expansion—not just enough capacity.
File, Block and Object Storage on One Platform: NetApp AFF A800
One of the strongest advantages of the AFF A800 is ONTAP flexibility.
Depending on the ONTAP version, licenses and configuration, the AFF A800 can support:
File storage: NetApp AFF A800
NFS
SMB / CIFS
Block storage: NetApp AFF A800
Fibre Channel
iSCSI
NVMe/FC
NVMe/TCP
Object storage: NetApp AFF A800
S3-compatible object services
This can be useful in mixed enterprise environments where one platform needs to support different workloads.
For example:
NFS for VMware
SMB for Windows file services
Fibre Channel for databases
iSCSI for server storage
S3 for application or object workloads
100GbE and 25GbE Connectivity: NetApp AFF A800
Networking can be just as important as storage capacity. This configuration includes an X1148A dual-port 100GbE adapter together with 25GbE connectivity.
The AFF A800 platform can support high-speed networking including:
100Gb Ethernet
25Gb Ethernet
10Gb Ethernet
32Gb Fibre Channel
NVMe/FC
NVMe/TCP
Is 25GbE enough?
For many enterprise workloads, yes. 25GbE can be suitable for virtualization, file services and general enterprise applications.
100GbE becomes more useful for environments with:
many hosts
large VMware clusters
high-performance NFS
large databases
analytics
heavy replication
very high aggregate throughput
Before ordering, confirm the required ports, switches, optics and cables.
Can the NetApp AFF A800 Be Expanded Later?
Yes. An AFF A800 does not necessarily need to be fully populated from the beginning. For example, a company could start with 24 NVMe SSDs and later expand to 48, subject to compatible SSDs and the correct ONTAP and RAID configuration.
24-drive configuration
Advantages:
lower initial investment
room for internal expansion
48-drive configuration
Advantages:
maximum internal capacity immediately
no need to source matching SSDs later
easier future capacity planning
In a real AFF A800 project, both options were compared before deciding whether it made more sense to fill the system immediately. This system is already configured with: 48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSDs
Can You Add an NS224 Expansion Shelf to the NetApp AFF A800?
Yes. The AFF A800 can be expanded beyond its internal drive slots using supported NetApp NVMe expansion shelves.
A common option is the:
NetApp NS224 – 2U 24-bay NVMe shelf
Before adding an expansion shelf, confirm:
ONTAP compatibility
SSD compatibility
required cables
available ports
RAID design
aggregate design
Future expansion should ideally be considered before the initial system is purchased.
Can You Add a Large SAS HDD Shelf to the NetApp AFF A800?
This is an important limitation to understand. The AFF A800 is an all-flash AFF platform. A buyer should therefore not assume that large SAS HDD shelves can be added in the same way as on a hybrid NetApp FAS system. If your long-term plan requires large quantities of low-cost HDD capacity, a separate FAS system or another capacity-storage platform may be a better option.
In simple terms:
High-performance NVMe storage → AFF A800
Large low-cost HDD capacity → consider another or additional platform
Dual-Controller High Availability: NetApp AFF A800
The AFF A800 uses two HA controllers in the same chassis. This provides redundancy for enterprise production environments and makes the AFF A800 very different from a simple NVMe server or JBOD.
The platform provides:
controller redundancy
redundant power supplies
controller takeover and failback
multipath storage connectivity
ONTAP management
snapshots
replication
storage-efficiency features
The complete storage and network environment still needs to be designed correctly to achieve the required level of availability.
ONTAP Licenses Included: NetApp AFF A800
This system includes the following license entries:
VE_2
TPM_2
CIFS_2
FCP_2
FLEXCLONE_2
NFS_2
SNAPMANAGER_SUITE_2B
SNAPCTR_STANDARD
SNAPMIRROR_2
SMIRROR_SYNC
SNAPRESTORE_2
ISCSI_2
SNAPVAULT_2
S3
Key functionality includes:
NFS – file storage for Linux, UNIX and VMware environments.
SMB / CIFS – enterprise file services for Windows environments.
Fibre Channel – block storage for FC SAN environments.
iSCSI – IP-based block storage.
SnapMirror – replication between compatible NetApp environments.
SnapVault – secondary data protection and retention.
FlexClone – space-efficient writable clones for development, testing and virtualization.
SnapRestore – rapid recovery using supported Snapshot copies.
S3 – object-storage functionality with supported ONTAP versions and configurations.
With refurbished NetApp hardware, the exact software configuration, licenses and support entitlement should always be verified for the individual system.
Refurbished NetApp AFF A800 Price
There is no single standard NetApp AFF A800 price on the refurbished market.
The value depends heavily on the actual configuration.
Important factors include:
number of NVMe SSDs
SSD capacity
SSD health and wear
controller configuration
network cards
Fibre Channel interfaces
ONTAP configuration
licenses
warranty
support requirements
What Should You Check Before Buying a Refurbished AFF A800?
Before purchasing a used or refurbished NetApp AFF A800, check:
controller serial numbers
complete hardware inventory
ONTAP version
license status
SSD models
SSD health and wear
controller health
installed network adapters
Fibre Channel adapters if required
rack rails
power cables
optics and cables
data sanitization
warranty
support options
Also think about future expansion:
Do I need 24 or 48 SSDs?
Will I need an NS224 later?
Do I need 25GbE or 100GbE?
Do I require Fibre Channel?
Do I need file, block and object storage?
Do I need HDD capacity later?
How long do I need warranty or support?
These questions can matter more than the model number itself.
NetApp AFF A800 NVMe Storage
Limited Stock At Special Pricing
FAQ: NetApp AFF A800
What is the NetApp AFF A800?
The NetApp AFF A800 is a 4U enterprise NVMe all-flash storage system running ONTAP. It uses two HA controllers and has 48 internal SSD slots.
How many SSDs can the AFF A800 hold?
The AFF A800 provides 48 internal NVMe SSD slots.
This system has all 48 slots populated.
What is the capacity of 48 × 7.68TB SSDs?
48 × 7.68TB equals 368.64TB raw capacity.
Usable ONTAP capacity will be lower.
Can the AFF A800 start with 24 SSDs and be expanded to 48?
Yes, subject to compatible SSDs and the correct ONTAP and RAID configuration.
Can the AFF A800 use an NS224 expansion shelf?
Yes. Supported NS224 NVMe expansion shelves can be used to increase capacity beyond the internal drive slots.
Does the AFF A800 support 100GbE?
Yes. The AFF A800 supports 100Gb Ethernet, and this configuration includes an X1148A dual-port 100GbE adapter.
Does the AFF A800 support Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS and SMB?
Yes. The AFF A800 can support Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NFS and SMB/CIFS with the appropriate ONTAP configuration and licenses.
Does the AFF A800 support S3?
Yes. ONTAP supports S3-compatible object services on supported AFF A800 configurations and ONTAP releases.
Does the AFF A800 support NVMe/TCP?
Yes. NetApp lists NVMe/TCP as a supported storage network for the AFF A800.
Is a refurbished AFF A800 still worth buying?
It’s a strong option for companies needing high NVMe capacity, ONTAP features, multiple protocols and enterprise HA at a lower cost than new systems. Before buying, verify SSD health, ONTAP version, licenses and warranty/support.
Refurbished NetApp AFF A800 for Sale
This configuration includes:
NetApp AFF A8002 × HA controllers
48 × 7.68TB NVMe SSDs
368.64TB raw capacity
100GbE + 25GbE connectivity
NetApp ONTAP
SAN + NAS + S3 functionality
If you are looking for a NetApp AFF A800 for sale, send us:
required usable capacity
delivery country
required protocols
25GbE or 100GbE requirement
future expansion requirements
warranty requirement
We can then confirm whether this AFF A800 is the right fit for your project.
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