Name: 717869-001 HPE MSA 2040 2U 12-Bay LFF Storage Enclosure Chassis
Brand: HP
SKU: 717869-001
Price: 1498.83 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE MSA 2040 2U 12-Bay LFF Storage Enclosure Chassis is designed to house and connect multiple large form factor drives in a compact rack unit. It fits into standard server racks and serves as the physical backbone for the MSA 2040 storage system, enabling scalable and reliable storage in enterprise settings.

General Information
Brand	HP

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	86.4 x 482.4 x 709 mm (2U, 19-inch rack)
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus, CSA

Product Description
The HPE MSA 2040 2U 12-Bay LFF Storage Enclosure Chassis provides a robust housing and connectivity platform for storage drives in enterprise environments. Often found in data centers and IT infrastructures, it accommodates up to twelve large form factor drives, making it suitable for expanding storage capacity efficiently. Built for storage administrators and IT professionals, this enclosure supports easy management and integration with the HPE MSA 2040 series, allowing users to balance performance with cost-effective storage solutions. Key Features Accommodates 12 LFF drives for substantial storage capacity Rack-mount 2U design fits standard server racks Supports SAS connectivity ensuring fast and reliable data transfer Optimized for scalable and flexible storage configurations Compatible with existing HPE MSA 2040 components for seamless integration This enclosure chassis is typically deployed in mid-size to large enterprise data centers where expandable and manageable storage is critical. It plays a key role in consolidating storage resources while maintaining easy access and serviceability. In practical use, it helps organizations maintain efficient storage growth and simplifies the maintenance of their storage arrays without disrupting existing infrastructure.

Use Cases
The HPE MSA 2040 2U 12-Bay LFF Storage Enclosure Chassis is commonly deployed in data centers and enterprise IT environments requiring scalable, rack-mounted storage solutions. IT administrators and system architects leverage this chassis to expand storage capacity while maintaining efficient management within mixed virtualization and database workloads. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization platforms in mid-sized data centers by providing reliable, high-capacity storage expansion. Enabling enterprise IT departments to manage large-scale file servers and databases with simplified hardware integration. Facilitating edge computing deployments by offering compact, rackable storage for remote or branch office infrastructure. Supporting backup and disaster recovery systems through scalable SAS drive configurations for enhanced data protection. Integrating into storage clusters requiring high availability and performance for critical business applications. This chassis offers a robust foundation for scaling storage capacity while optimizing rack space utilization and operational workflows. Its design supports diverse workloads and growth demands, ensuring consistent performance and streamlined management in enterprise storage environments.

717869-001 HPE MSA 2040 2U 12-Bay LFF Storage Enclosure Chassis

Product Overview

General Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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Use Cases