Description
Performance and Scalability
The HP 717869-001 MSA 2040 LFF (Large Form Factor) Chassis is a 2U (3.5 inch) high storage enclosure that provides performance and scalability for data storage needs. This product is designed for medium to large sized businesses and can support up to 24 large form factor (LFF) or 48 small form factor (SFF) drives.
In terms of performance, the MSA 2040 supports 12 Gbps SAS connectivity and provides a high-speed architecture for data access and transfer. The enclosure also supports multiple host connection options, allowing for increased scalability and flexible deployment.
In terms of scalability, the MSA 2040 supports capacity expansion through the addition of additional disk enclosures and supports multi-controller configurations for increased performance and availability. Additionally, the MSA 2040 supports advanced data protection features such as snapshots, remote replication, and dual-controller active/active configurations to ensure data protection and high availability.
Installation and Configuration
The HP 717869-001 MSA 2040 LFF Chassis 2U Enclosure is a storage solution designed for medium to large businesses. The installation process involves mounting the enclosure in a server rack, connecting the power cables, and connecting the data cables to the network. The configuration process involves setting up the storage arrays, creating virtual disks, and allocating storage capacity to the virtual disks. Additionally, users can configure advanced features such as storage tiering, snapshots, and data protection. The HP MSA 2040 also has a user-friendly web interface for remote management and monitoring of the storage environment. Proper installation and configuration of the HP 717869-001 MSA 2040 LFF Chassis 2U Enclosure ensure that businesses have a reliable, scalable, and secure storage solution for their critical data.
Management and Monitoring
The HP 717869-001 MSA 2040 LFF Chassis 2U Enclosure is a high-performance storage system designed for small to medium-sized businesses. It provides a centralized storage solution with high availability, scalability, and performance. The management and monitoring of the system are facilitated through the use of HP’s MSA 2040 Storage Management Utility (SMU) software, which provides a graphical user interface for configuring, monitoring, and managing the storage system. This software allows administrators to monitor system status, create storage volumes, and manage user access to data. The system also provides various alerts and notifications, such as warning messages for disk failures, low storage space, and critical system events. The HP MSA 2040 LFF Chassis 2U Enclosure is also compatible with other HP management tools, such as HP Systems Manager and HP OneView, which provide a comprehensive view of the entire IT infrastructure, including storage systems.
General Information about this HP 717869-001
- Manufacturer: HP
- Part Number or SKU# 717869-001
- Device Type: 2U Storage System Chassis
