{"product_id":"hpe-msa-2040-san-dual-controller-lff-storage-c8r14ar","title":"HPE MSA 2040 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eHPE MSA 2040 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE MSA 2040\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ENERGY STAR certified \u003cstrong\u003eSAN storage array\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for entry-level to mid-market enterprises requiring high-performance, cost-effective data storage. This \u003cstrong\u003edual controller LFF storage\u003c\/strong\u003e system delivers exceptional value for organizations consolidating infrastructure, virtualizing workloads, or expanding storage capacity without breaking budget constraints. With support for 8Gb\/16Gb Fibre Channel, 1GbE\/10GbE iSCSI, and 12Gb SAS connectivity, the MSA 2040 provides flexible connectivity options to integrate seamlessly into existing enterprise environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Controller Architecture — Ensures high availability and load balancing across 4 host ports per controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-Protocol Connectivity — Supports 8Gb\/16Gb Fibre Channel, 1GbE\/10GbE iSCSI, and 12Gb SAS for flexible deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLFF Storage Configuration — Large Form Factor drives maximize capacity density and reduce power consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eENERGY STAR Certified — Optimized power efficiency reduces operational costs and environmental impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntry-Level SAN Performance — Balanced performance and price ideal for consolidation and virtualization initiatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise-Grade Reliability — Proven HPE architecture with redundant components and fault tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalable Storage Capacity — Expandable drive bays accommodate growing data requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC8R14AR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPE MSA 2040 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage (Renew)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eController Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual Controller with 4 host ports per controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Channel Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8Gb\/16Gb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiSCSI Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1GbE\/10GbE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS Connectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12Gb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive Form Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLFF (Large Form Factor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eENERGY STAR Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefurbished (Renew)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the HPE MSA 2040 best used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHPE MSA 2040 SAN storage\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for entry-level enterprises, small-to-medium businesses, and departments requiring consolidated storage for virtualization, database consolidation, and general-purpose file serving. Its balanced performance and cost-effectiveness make it perfect for organizations transitioning to SAN infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the MSA 2040 support multiple connectivity protocols?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The dual controller LFF storage array supports multiple connectivity options including 8Gb\/16Gb Fibre Channel, 1GbE\/10GbE iSCSI, and 12Gb SAS, allowing flexible integration with diverse enterprise environments and existing infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the HPE MSA 2040 energy efficient?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The MSA 2040 is ENERGY STAR certified, delivering optimized power efficiency that reduces operational costs and environmental footprint—a key advantage for cost-conscious enterprises seeking sustainable storage solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat redundancy features does the MSA 2040 provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dual controller architecture ensures high availability with load balancing across 4 host ports per controller, providing fault tolerance and continuous data access even during component failures or maintenance windows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41647339733067,"sku":"C8R14AR","price":9865.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/HPE-MSA-2040-SAN-Dual-Controller-LFF-Storage.jpg?v=1787316697","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.com\/products\/hpe-msa-2040-san-dual-controller-lff-storage-c8r14ar","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}