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Why NetApp for your on-premises & cloud storage
Considering any of these storage platforms?
Dell EMC
Unity XT
SC Series
PowerStore
PowerScale
PowerMax
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
3PAR
Nimble
Primera
Pure Storage
FlashArray
FlashBlade
Hitachi Vantara
VSP
HCI solutions
Cisco HyperFlex
Dell EMC VxRail
HPE SimpliVity
Nutanix NX
Software-defined solutions
VMware vSAN
NetApp on-premises or cloud storage is a compelling, cost-effective alternative
Why NetApp for your on-premises and cloud storage

By choosing NetApp ONTAP you will have a cutting edge software-defined data management solution, that can support all modern workloads on a single scalable platform. Including industry leading performance, support for SAN, NAS and object protocols, data reduction, automated tiering, zero-impact snapshots, integrated backup, replication, ransomware recovery and so much more.
Deployment options include all-flash and hybrid arrays, and cloud and hypervisor software-only versions that can scale to meet the needs of a small business all the way up to the largest enterprise.
ONTAP’s seamless integration with AWS, Azure and GCP, combined with a suite of innovative services enables NetApp to simplify your journey to the cloud, avoid lock-in and help rein in your spending.
Learn more about NetApp from our Blogs

Everything you need to know about NetApp ONTAP
NetApp ONTAP is the world’s leading storage OS with state-of-the-art features and no matter where your data resides, 100% on-premises, 100% in the cloud or anywhere in-between, … Read More

Simplify your cloud journey with NetApp cloud services
NetApp is “all in” on the public cloud and much like they built better UNIX and Windows File Servers back in the 90s they are now building services that add huge value to AWS, Azure … Read More

Beyond ONTAP what other storage solutions does NetApp have?
NetApp was historically best known for its ONTAP storage operating system and in recent years a strong focus on Cloud Services, but they have several other very important solutions … Read More
More NetApp Blogs
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Flash Optimised, Cloud Integrated & Multi-Protocol – the table stakes of modern storage
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Why ONTAP 9.8 is the best storage management software for your data
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If you think you can’t afford an all-flash array then take a look at the NetApp AFF C190
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The cutting edge storage efficiency features of NetApp ONTAP
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How ONTAP leads the industry in mobility, cloning, backup, DR & business continuity technology
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Eliminate tape with NetApp ONTAP’s storage integrated backup to cloud
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Protect NetApp ONTAP from ransomware attacks with ProLion CryptoSpike
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Cost-effectively store PBs of data with NetApp FlexGroup volumes
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Why NetApp should be top of your next storage purchase short-list
Learn more about NetApp with our Video Library
If you think you can’t afford all-flash storage then the NetApp AFF C190 is for you
In this video SNS will explore the AFF C190 which is a value focused solution that allows even the most cost focused organisations to reap the considerable benefits of an all-flash array.
The best platform for your data just got even better with NetApp ONTAP 9.8
In this video SNS will explore the latest 9.8 release which is chock-full of features that combine new levels of simplicity, flexibility and security with powerful data management capabilities, proven storage efficiencies and leading cloud integration.
Tier inactive data to the cloud to lower storage costs with NetApp FabricPool
In this video SNS will explore how FabricPool will automatically and transparently tier inactive data to public or private cloud storage to reduce costs.
Useful NetApp Downloads & Links
Datasheets, eBooks, White Papers, Reports & Reviews
How do leading analysts such as Gartner rate NetApp ONTAP based solutions? The answer is very simple: AFF is their top-rated all-flash array and FAS is their top-rated hybrid-flash array, read on to learn more …
- Gartner Critical Capabilities for Solid-State Arrays (Published 1/12/20)
- Gartner Critical Capabilities for Hybrid Array Storage Systems (Published 1/12/20)
Gartner also verifies reviews from your peers, read on to learn what they think …
Your expert NetApp partner
SNS are experts in NetApp technology and we work together to support our customers needs in the increasingly demanding digital era.
We take great pride in building high quality, tailored solutions that simplify and improve your organisation’s IT infrastructure whilst making sure that they perfectly match your technical and budgetary requirements.
Recent SNS & NetApp Projects

Amtico
For Amtico, a flooring company head quartered in Coventry, we deployed a solution consisting of asynchronously replicated NetApp FAS arrays, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing and NFS for VMware vSphere.
Local and remote snapshots are used for the first tier of data protection which is complimented by Commvault backing-up to a NetApp E-Series SAN at each site for long term retention.

Butchers Pet Care
For Butchers, a pet food company headquartered in Northampton, we deployed a solution consisting of a NetApp AFF asynchronously replicated to a FAS array, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing, and NFS and iSCSI for VMware vSphere.
Local and remote snapshots are used for the first tier of data protection and a NetApp E-Series SAN is used for long term retention of backups.

Murgitroyd
For Murgitroyd, an intellectual property company head quartered in Glasgow, we deployed a solution consisting of a NetApp AFF asynchronously replicated to a pair of FAS arrays, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing and NFS for VMware vSphere along with local and remote snapshots for the first tier of data protection and recovery.

One Housing Group
For One Housing Group, a housing association headquartered in London, we deployed a single NetApp AFF which leverages the Fibre Channel and iSCSI protocols for VMware vSphere.
Local snapshots are used for a rapid first tier of backup and recovery, and Commvault is used for long term retention.

SThree
For SThree, a recruitment company head quartered in London, we deployed a solution consisting of asynchronously replicated NetApp AFF arrays, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing, and iSCSI and NFS for VMware vSphere.
Local and remote snapshots are used for a rapid first tier of backup and recovery.

UniCredit
For UniCredit, a London based bank, we deployed a solution consisting of a synchronously replicated NetApp AFF MetroCluster, which leverages the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing. Local and remote snapshots are used for data protection and long term retention backups are taken using SnapVault to a mirrored pair of FAS arrays.
In addition, a number of AFF arrays have been deployed to support specific Windows and UNIX applications using the FC protocol.

Waltham Forest College
For Waltham Forest College, a higher education establishment located in London, we deployed a solution consisting of asynchronously replicated NetApp FAS arrays, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing and NFS for VMware vSphere.
Local and remote snapshots are used for the first tier of data protection and further backups are provided by Veeam.

Wrekin Housing Group
For Wrekin Housing Group, a housing association head quartered in Telford, we deployed a solution consisting of a NetApp AFF asynchronously replicated to a FAS array, which leverage the SMB protocol for Windows file sharing, and NFS and iSCSI for VMware vSphere.
Local and remote snapshots are used for the first tier of data protection and long term retention is provided by Commvault, backing up to a NetApp E-Series SAN.