The AFF C30 is the original model, while the AFF C30r2 is a revised version with updates. Both have similar hardware configurations, but the "r2" version includes improvements in hardware or firmware that enhance performance, stability, and feature support. It’s also optimized for newer ONTAP versions.
Key differences and details
Feature AFF C30AFF C30r2
| Controller Chassis | 2U, 24 internal SSD slots | 2U, 24 internal SSD slots |
| Maximum Effective Capacity | 29.4PB | 29.4PB |
| Maximum Scale-out | 8 nodes (4 HA pairs) | 8 nodes (4 HA pairs) |
| ONTAP Version | ONTAP 9.16.1 or later | ONTAP 9.16.1 or later |
| Performance | Base performance for the C-Series line | Updated hardware/firmware leading to potential performance improvements |
| Software Functionality | Full ONTAP features for unified storage (SAN/NAS) | May have updated software optimizations or feature support based on new hardware |
| Hardware | Standard configuration | May include newer or improved components based on revisions |
The "r2" label indicates a revised version of the original system, featuring updated hardware components like CPUs, memory, or network interfaces for improved performance and stability. It may also include software enhancements or support for new features that require the updated hardware. Although the base specs may look similar, the "r2" version reflects the most current and optimized iteration.
