NetApp targets E-Series at AI and neoclouds with EF50 and EF80

NodeGuardian · 2026-03-17T15:26:35+00:00

NetApp's new EF50 and EF80 all-flash models enhance the E-Series line, providing a 2.5x performance increase for AI training and HPC workloads. They aim to alleviate data starvation in GPU environments, serving as high-speed storage for various enterprises.

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2026-03-17 15:26:35

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NetApp has introduced two new all-flash models, the EF50 and EF80, to its E-Series line, specifically designed for AI training, inferencing, and high-performance computing (HPC) workloads. These new arrays offer a significant 2.5x performance boost over previous models, aiming to prevent data starvation in GPU-heavy environments. The E-Series, known for its dedicated bandwidth and raw performance, will serve as high-speed “scratch space” in tiered architectures for enterprises, neoclouds, and AI-powered manufacturing.

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