Name: 880098-001 HPE 8GB Fibre Channel Controller for MSA 1050 Storage
Brand: HPE
SKU: 880098-001
Price: 600.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HPE 880098-001 MSA 1050 8GB Fibre Channel Controller manages high-speed connections for MSA 1050 storage arrays. It fits into storage networks where consistent and fast data access is critical, offering reliable performance without unnecessary complexity.

General Information
Brand	HPE
Part Number	880098-001

Technical Information
Protocol	Fibre Channel (FC)
Data Rate	8Gbps
Port Count	2-Port (Dual)
Connector Type	SFP+ (LC)
Network Topology	Switched Fabric (N-Port)

Advanced Features & Compatibility
OS Compatibility	Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi 7.x, VMware ESXi 8.x, RHEL 8, RHEL 9, SLES 15

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
This 8GB Fibre Channel controller is built for the HPE MSA 1050 storage arrays, optimizing data flow and connectivity. It is commonly used in data centers and enterprise storage setups where reliable and fast storage access is essential. IT professionals and system administrators often rely on it to maintain robust and scalable storage networks. Key Features Delivers 8Gbps Fibre Channel speed for efficient data handling Enhances storage array throughput and reduces bottlenecks Compatible with multiple MSA 1050 configurations for flexibility Supports seamless integration with existing Fibre Channel SANs Provides low latency to improve application response times Typically, this controller is deployed in medium to large enterprise environments where storage performance directly impacts business operations. It plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth data management and high availability throughout the storage network.

Use Cases
The HPE 880098-001 MSA 1050 8GB Fibre Channel Controller is primarily deployed in mid-sized enterprise storage arrays where high-speed block-level data access is essential. It serves IT environments demanding low latency and consistent throughput, particularly within virtualized infrastructures and mission-critical applications. How It's Used: Integrating with MSA 1050 arrays in data centers to support virtualization platforms requiring rapid storage response times. Enhancing performance in SMB networks handling transactional databases and file servers with high I/O demands. Supporting enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions by enabling fast data replication over Fibre Channel SANs. Deployments in rack-mounted storage clusters for edge computing environments where storage efficiency and speed are vital. Facilitating shared storage access in multi-host environments to improve collaboration and resource utilization. This controller aids operational efficiency by delivering stable, high-throughput connections tailored to storage-intensive workloads. Its compatibility with MSA 1050 systems ensures scalable performance improvements across evolving IT infrastructures.

880098-001 HPE 8GB Fibre Channel Controller for MSA 1050 Storage

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Advanced Features & Compatibility

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases