FSx for NetApp ONTAP

Definition

AWS managed file storage on NetApp ONTAP, providing NFS, SMB, and iSCSI simultaneously with snapshots, SnapMirror replication, and thin cloning.

Use Cases

• Global Financial Services Inc.: Data storage and disaster recovery — Migrated on-premises NetApp storage to FSx for NetApp ONTAP for seamless integration with existing AWS infrastructure. (Achieved 30% reduction in storage costs and improved data recovery times by leveraging SnapMirror for cross-region replication.)

Provider Equivalents

• AWS: FSx for NetApp ONTAP
• Azure: Azure NetApp Files
• GCP: Filestore
• OCI: OCI File Storage

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between FSx for NetApp ONTAP and FSx for Windows File Server?

FSx for NetApp ONTAP supports multiple protocols like NFS, SMB, and iSCSI, whereas FSx for Windows File Server is optimized for SMB protocol and Windows workloads.

When should I use FSx for NetApp ONTAP?

Use FSx for NetApp ONTAP when you need a scalable, high-performance file storage solution that supports multiple protocols and integrates with existing NetApp tools.

How much does FSx for NetApp ONTAP cost?

Pricing is based on storage capacity, throughput, and data transfer. Costs can vary depending on the region and specific configuration.

Category: storage

Difficulty: advanced

Related Terms

• EFS
• FSx for OpenZFS
• Azure NetApp Files
• Cloud NetApp Volumes
• High-Perf Computing

See Also

• FSx Windows File Server
• FSx for Lustre
• Azure Blob Storage
• Azure Files
• Azure File Sync