Abstract
This IDC study discusses Network Appliance' s family of networked storage systems. It provides a residual value forecast for the FAS2000, FAS3000, and FAS6000 product lines. Based on NetApp' s unified storage architecture, these systems provide a clear growth path from any entry point to the largest-capacity system, often without the need to reload customer data. Additionally, the single software architecture and user interface for all models result in lower training and support costs.
"Network Appliance' s combination of a scalable, modular architecture; robust software offerings; and common management interface should allow the vendor to retain a leadership position in the NAS market, as well as move into the mainstream SAN environment. Recent strong market share data confirms that this message is being well received by NetApp' s customer base." - William Roch, IDC research director, Technology Asset Valuation Service
Table of Contents
- Table of Contents
- IDC Opinion
- In This Study
- Methodology
- Definitions
- Situation Overview
- Future Outlook
- Forecast and Assumptions
- Table: Network Appliance FAS3000/6000 Controller Residual Value Forecast, December 2007
- Table: Network Appliance FC/SATA Disk Bundle Residual Value Forecast, December 2007
- Table: Network Appliance FAS2000 Series Residual Value Forecast, December 2007
- Table: Network Appliance Software Pricing for Typical Titles ($)
- Table: Network Appliance FAS6000 Series Fabric Storage Specifications
- Table: Network Appliance FAS3000 Storage Specifications
- Table: Network Appliance FAS200/2000 Storage Specifications
- Table: Network Appliance NearStore Storage Specifications
- Essential Guidance
- Learn More
- Related Research
- Synopsis
