Name: AP846B HP StorageWorks P2000 8GB Fibre Channel Dual Controller SFF Modular Smart Array System
Brand: HP
SKU: AP846B
Price: 1559.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP StorageWorks P2000 8GB Fibre Channel Dual Controller SFF Modular Smart Array System combines fast Fibre Channel connectivity with a dual-controller design to ensure consistent performance and reliability. It fits well in enterprise storage setups where modular growth and high availability are priorities.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Array Capacity	Base: 12 x 2.5" (SFF) drive bays (2U chassis); expandable via P2000/MSA expansion enclosures up to 96 total SFF drives; supports 2.5" HDD and SSD (raw capacity depends on installed drives)

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes

Product Description
The HP StorageWorks P2000 modular smart array system is built for efficient and reliable storage management. Often found in medium to large data centers, it provides fast Fibre Channel connections to handle demanding workloads. Commonly used in storage area networks, this system suits IT professionals and businesses seeking scalable and fault-tolerant storage solutions. Its modular setup allows for flexible expansion as storage needs grow. Key Features Built with dual controllers to maintain uptime even during maintenance or failures Supports multiple small form factor drive bays for dense storage capacity Delivers 8Gb Fibre Channel speeds to improve data throughput Offers modular scalability for future growth without major disruptions Includes advanced management tools for simplified administration This system is typically deployed in environments where data availability and performance are critical, such as virtualization or database applications. It helps organizations keep their storage responsive and adaptable without frequent hardware overhauls.

Use Cases
The HP StorageWorks P2000 8GB Fibre Channel Dual Controller SFF Modular Smart Array System is ideally suited for enterprise IT environments requiring reliable and scalable storage solutions. It benefits organizations managing virtualization workloads and demanding consistent availability in data center deployments. How It's Used: Supporting virtual machine storage in medium to large scale data centers with high I/O requirements. Providing redundant storage for enterprise applications that require minimal downtime and high availability. Deploying modular storage expansions in rack-mounted server clusters within corporate IT infrastructures. Enabling remote office data consolidation by connecting distributed sites via Fibre Channel SANs. Facilitating storage for database servers and transactional workloads requiring fast Fibre Channel connectivity. This system enhances operational consistency through dual-controller failover and scalable architecture. Its design supports growing enterprise storage needs while maintaining performance integrity across complex IT environments.

AP846B HP StorageWorks P2000 8GB Fibre Channel Dual Controller SFF Modular Smart Array System

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

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