Name: X1936A-R5 NetApp 16GB PAM I PISCES PCIe Flash Cache Accelerator Card
Brand: NetApp
SKU: X1936A-R5
Price: 143.07 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The X1936A-R5 NetApp 16GB PAM I PISCES Accelerator PCIe Flash Cache Card enhances storage systems by providing a dedicated flash cache layer. It fits into PCIe slots of compatible arrays, helping to speed up cache access and improve storage responsiveness without adding complexity.

General Information
Brand	NetApp
HARQ Support	No
O-RAN Support	No

Technical Information
Accelerator Type	Fixed-Function ASIC
Card Interface Type	PCIe Add-in Card
Cooling Type	Passive
Power Connector	None (slot-powered)
Compatibility	NetApp storage controllers / NetApp systems (proprietary PCIe flash cache card)

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

vRAN / FEC Features
FEC Acceleration Support	No
Supported FEC Type	Not Applicable

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The X1936A-R5 is a flash cache accelerator designed to improve data access speeds in storage environments. It is commonly found in enterprise storage arrays where rapid cache operations are essential. IT professionals managing storage infrastructure often rely on this card to boost system responsiveness. Key Features Offers 16GB of PAM I PISCES flash memory for caching purposes Delivers faster read/write operations via PCIe connectivity Built to integrate seamlessly with NetApp storage solutions Supports lower latency to improve overall system throughput Optimized for high-intensity storage workloads This accelerator card plays a vital role in fine-tuning storage performance by reducing access times to frequently used data. Its reliable operation helps maintain consistent throughput and supports demanding storage tasks.

Use Cases
This accelerator card is mainly deployed within enterprise storage arrays to enhance cache performance for storage administrators and IT teams. It is suited for environments requiring quick access to hot data and improved I/O efficiency. How It's Used: Boosting cache read/write speeds in NetApp storage clusters Enhancing virtualization environments with faster data retrieval Improving performance in storage systems handling mixed workloads Supporting edge computing storage arrays requiring low latency Optimizing response times in storage arrays for SMB and enterprise IT By streamlining cache operations, this card helps maintain smooth data flows and supports scalable storage performance, facilitating more efficient management of storage resources.