ONTAP Select
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What is ONTAP Select
ONTAP Select is a software-defined storage offering that runs NetApp ONTAP on customer-managed x86 servers, typically as a virtual appliance on supported hypervisors. It provides unified file and block storage services and ONTAP data management features for on-premises environments and edge/remote sites. Organizations use it to standardize storage operations and data services across distributed locations using commodity hardware rather than dedicated storage arrays.
ONTAP data services on x86
ONTAP Select delivers core ONTAP capabilities (for example, snapshots, replication, and storage efficiency features) on industry-standard servers. This can help teams apply consistent storage policies and operational practices across sites that do not justify dedicated storage hardware. It is suited to ROBO/edge deployments where local storage services are required but footprint and procurement constraints exist.
Supports file and block
The product supports both NAS and SAN protocols, enabling mixed workloads on the same platform. This reduces the need to deploy separate systems for file shares and block-based application storage in smaller environments. It also aligns with organizations that want a single storage management model across multiple access methods.
Leverages virtualization operations
ONTAP Select is deployed and operated as a virtualized storage instance, fitting into environments that already standardize on server virtualization. It can simplify rollout in remote locations by using existing server procurement and lifecycle processes. The approach can also make it easier to scale by adding capacity/compute through additional server resources rather than adding a dedicated array.
Depends on hypervisor and hardware
ONTAP Select relies on supported hypervisors and validated server/storage configurations, which can limit platform choices. Performance and resiliency depend heavily on the underlying server, disk, and network design, so results vary more than with an integrated storage appliance. Organizations may need careful sizing and validation to avoid bottlenecks.
Operational complexity at scale
Running storage as a virtual appliance introduces additional layers to manage (hypervisor, server hardware, and ONTAP). In distributed deployments, maintaining consistent configurations, patching, and troubleshooting across many sites can require mature operational processes. Some teams may prefer a managed service model for multi-site operations.
Not a cloud-native service
ONTAP Select is primarily designed for customer-managed on-premises/edge infrastructure rather than being delivered as a fully managed cloud service. Organizations seeking elastic, provider-operated storage may need a different deployment model for public cloud use cases. Hybrid architectures may therefore involve multiple ONTAP form factors and licensing considerations.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity Tiers (per-node) | Contact NetApp Sales (not listed publicly) | Minimum purchase: 1 TB per node; storage capacity allocated in 1 TB increments; capacity allocated to a specific node and is perpetual (support renewal required); acquire via NetApp account team or partner. |
| Capacity Pools (shared) | Contact NetApp Sales (not listed publicly) | Minimum purchase: 2 TB per Capacity Pool; capacity allocated to a shared pool and is valid for a specific time (renewal required); uses a License Manager and leases; purchase via NetApp account team or partner. |
| Platform license levels (Standard / Premium / Premium XL) | Contact NetApp Sales (not listed publicly) | License levels determine instance size (small/medium/large) and features; choose Standard, Premium, or Premium XL (features matrix in docs); pricing not published on NetApp site. |
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