HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller SFF Storage
The HPE MSA 2050 SAN storage is purpose-built for small to medium-sized businesses seeking affordable shared storage with enterprise-grade reliability. This dual controller SFF array delivers high availability and advanced data services in a compact form factor, making it ideal for entry-level SAN environments that demand performance without complexity. Whether you're consolidating workloads or expanding storage capacity, the MSA 2050 provides the redundancy and flexibility your growing business needs.
Key Features
- Dual controller architecture for high availability and failover protection
- Small form factor (SFF) design optimizes data center space efficiency
- Fibre Channel and iSCSI connectivity options for flexible deployment
- Advanced data services including snapshots, replication, and thin provisioning
- Scalable storage capacity to grow with your business requirements
- Simplified management interface for reduced operational overhead
- Enterprise-class reliability with redundant components
- Cost-effective solution for entry-level SAN implementations
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE |
| Part Number |
R0L96AR |
| Product Family |
HPE MSA 2050 |
| Controller Configuration |
Dual Controller |
| Form Factor |
Small Form Factor (SFF) |
| Connectivity Options |
Fibre Channel, iSCSI |
| Target Market |
Small to Medium-Sized Businesses |
| Primary Use Case |
Entry-Level SAN Storage |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HPE MSA 2050 SAN storage best used for?
The HPE MSA 2050 is ideal for small to medium-sized businesses requiring affordable SAN storage with dual controller redundancy. It excels in entry-level environments where high availability and data protection are essential without premium pricing.
Does the dual controller design provide failover protection?
Yes, the dual controller architecture ensures automatic failover and continuous availability. If one controller fails, the second seamlessly takes over, minimizing downtime and protecting your critical business data.
What connectivity options does the MSA 2050 support?
The HPE MSA 2050 SAN array supports both Fibre Channel and iSCSI connectivity, allowing you to choose the protocol that best fits your existing infrastructure and performance requirements.
Is the SFF form factor suitable for data centers with space constraints?
Absolutely. The small form factor design maximizes storage density while minimizing rack space, making it perfect for data centers and server rooms where space efficiency is a priority.
