NetApp offers two storage platforms: AFF (All Flash FAS) for pure SSD workloads and FAS for hybrid (SSD + HDD) configurations. Both run ONTAP.
Comparison
| Feature | AFF (Flash) | FAS (Hybrid) |
|---|---|---|
| Media | NVMe/SAS SSD only | SSD + HDD mix |
| Latency | Sub-millisecond | 1-10ms (depends on tier) |
| Cost/TB | Higher | Lower (HDD capacity tier) |
| Best For | Databases, VDI, analytics | File shares, backup, archive |