M0T00A

This HP MSA 2040 storage array is built for businesses needing reliable, scalable SAN solutions. It features 24 bays that house 1.2TB SAS hard drives running at 12Gb/s, offering a balance of speed and capacity. Often found in data centers and enterprise IT environments, it is designed to deliver uninterrupted storage access with its dual-controller setup.

IT professionals and system administrators typically deploy this array to manage critical workloads, ensuring data is accessible and protected. Its compact 2U rack-mount form factor allows it to fit efficiently in server racks while supporting dense storage needs.

Key Features

• High throughput with 12Gb/s SAS drives for faster data transfer
• Dual controllers provide redundancy and ensure continuous operation
• Supports up to 24 small form factor drives for flexible storage configurations
• 2U rack-mount design to maximize data center space utilization
• Compatible with various SAN protocols to fit into existing infrastructures

This storage array is commonly deployed in medium to large-scale IT setups, hosting virtualized environments or high-demand databases. Its architecture helps maintain data availability and simplifies storage management, making it a practical choice for ongoing storage expansion without interruption.