Brand: HPE Nimble Storage · SKU: AF1000 · MPN: Q8B40A · Category: Components
The HPE Nimble Storage AF1000 is an entry-level All Flash Array designed to provide high-end functionality and scalability for performance-sensitive workloads. It features a 4U form factor and supports raw capacities ranging from 6 TB to 184 TB. Leveraging HPE InfoSight predictive analytics, it ensures 99.9999% availability by predicting and preventing issues across the infrastructure stack. The AF1000 utilizes Triple+ Parity RAID to handle up to three simultaneous drive failures and offers 5X or more data reduction through inline deduplication and compression. It is non-disruptively upgradable to higher AF-series models and can scale out to a four-array cluster managed as a single entity.
| RAID Level | Triple+ Parity |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 4U Rack-mountable |
| Raw Capacity | 6 TB – 184 TB |
| Effective Capacity | 20 TB – 685 TB (assumes 5x data reduction) |
| Onboard Networking | 4x 1Gb/10Gb iSCSI/Management ports per array |
| Max Expansion Shelves | 1 |
| Maximum IOPS (100% Read) | 40,000 |
| Maximum IOPS (70% Read / 30% Write) | 35,000 |
| Warranty | 1-year parts-only warranty for hardware components; 90-day software updates for defects. |
| Weight | 80 lbs (36 kg) |
| Dimensions | 7.00 x 17.50 x 26.50 inches (4U) |
The AF1000 is the entry point to the Nimble Predictive Flash platform, offering a blend of performance, capacity, and reliability for small to mid-sized enterprises. It provides sub-millisecond response times and deep integration with ecosystems like VMware and Veeam.
Yes, this HPE Nimble Storage AF1000 All Flash Array (AF1000) is 100% genuine HPE Nimble Storage hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE Nimble Storage AF1000 All Flash Array includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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