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X1938A-R5 - NetApp 512GB PCI-Express PAM II Performance Acceleration Module Flash
- PAM II 512GB Flash Cache Module
- Utilizes PCI Express x8 interface
- Provides 512GB of high-speed flash storage
- Acts as a cache to accelerate storage I/O
- Reduces latency for frequently accessed data
- Designed for NetApp storage systems
- Enhances overall system performance
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Key specifications
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- Flash Cache Module
- Capacity
- 512 GB
- Interface
- PCIe x8
- Technology
- Flash Memory (SSD)
- Compatibility
- NetApp Storage Systems
Product details
The NetApp X1938A-R5 is a PAM II 512GB PCI Express x8 Flash Cache Module. It serves as a high-speed solid-state drive (SSD) cache to accelerate storage performance by reducing latency for frequently accessed data.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Flash Cache Module |
| Capacity | 512 GB |
| Interface | PCIe x8 |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | Flash Memory (SSD) |
| Compatibility | NetApp Storage Systems |
Description
The NetApp X1938A-R5 PAM II (Performance Acceleration Module) is a 512GB flash cache module designed to significantly boost the performance of NetApp storage systems. By leveraging high-speed NAND flash memory, this module acts as a read cache, storing frequently accessed data blocks closer to the host system. This dramatically reduces the latency associated with retrieving data from slower, traditional disk drives, leading to faster application response times and improved overall system throughput. Installed via a PCI Express x8 slot, the module benefits from the high bandwidth of the PCIe interface, ensuring that data can be read from and written to the flash cache with minimal delay. The PAM II architecture is optimized for enterprise workloads, providing consistent and predictable performance gains. Its integration with NetApp's Data ONTAP operating system allows for intelligent caching algorithms that maximize the effectiveness of the flash cache, ensuring that the most critical data is readily available. For environments running demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, or high-performance computing, the X1938A-R5 offers a cost-effective way to enhance storage performance without requiring a complete overhaul of the storage infrastructure. It complements existing storage tiers by providing a rapid access layer for hot data, thereby improving user experience and operational efficiency.
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