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MSA2000 Software—Optional

HP StorageWorks MSA2000

HP MSA2000 Snapshot Software enables increased data protection by creating recovery points for your data, a

Snapshot Software

snapshot takes a ‘picture’ of what your data was at the time of the snapshot. The snapshots are maintained even

 

as data continues to change. In the event of a failure, you can recover data to any previous snapshot. Snapshots

 

are a great complement to your tape or disk backup strategy.

 

HP MSA2000 Snapshot Software functionality is controller based meaning no host resources are used and they

 

are space-efficient and provide copy-on-write capability with no server performance impact.

 

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HP StorageWorks MSA2000

HP MSA2000 Volume Copy software is similar to the snapshot software but with one important difference—

Volume Copy Software

the Volume Copy Software makes a physical copy of the data (instead of a ‘picture’ of the data) to another set of

 

disks within the same array. One of the additional benefits of snapshot and volume copy software is the ability to

 

mount a snap or volume copy to another server for backup, application testing, or data mining.

 

HP MSA2000 Volume Copy Software is controller based, meaning no host resources are used. It provides a

 

physical copy of data from one LUN to another with no server performance impact.

 

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HP StorageWorks 2000fc Modular Smart Array

The HP StorageWorks 2000fc Modular Smart Array selection of SAN devices features the very latest in efficient consolidation, functionality, and technology at very affordable prices. The ideal customers needing to consolidate their storage include smaller companies with tight budgets and limited IT expertise, or larger companies that have perhaps hundreds of smaller departments and remote locations. The MSA2000fc features a high-performance 4 Gb Fibre Channel connected array. It allows customers to grow their storage as demands increase up to 14.4 TB SAS or 36 TB SATA, supporting up to 64 hosts for Fibre Channel attach. All models support the optional HP StorageWorks 2000 Modular Smart Array Snapshot Software which offers controller-based snapshot and cloning functionality. Planning for future growth is easy by starting with the basic modular pieces and adding capacity as needs arise.

HP StorageWorks 2000i Modular Smart Array

The HP StorageWorks 2000i Modular Smart Array selection of SAN devices features the very latest in efficient consolidation, functionality and technology at very affordable prices. The ideal customers needing to consolidate their storage include smaller companies with tight budgets and limited IT expertise, or larger companies that have perhaps hundreds of smaller departments and remote locations. The MSA2000i features a 1 Gb Ethernet (1GbE) iSCSI connected array. It allows customers to grow their storage as demands increase up to 14.4 TB SAS or 36 TB SATA, supporting up to 16 hosts for iSCSI attach. All models support the optional HP StorageWorks 2000 Modular Smart Array Snapshot Software which offers controller-based snapshot and cloning functionality. Planning for future growth is easy by starting with the basic modular pieces and adding capacity as needs arise.

Key features and benefits

New generation SAN implementations using Fibre Channel effectively manages greater data growth: The HP StorageWorks 2000fc Modular Smart Array manages growing storage requirements across multiple HP ProLiant servers for customers who need a centralized dedicated storage solution for applications. SANs allow for controlled, cost-effective growth and increased protection of the data.

Excellent price-performance: The MSA2000fc arrays offer a choice of drives, high performance enterprise class SAS drives and low cost, high capacity archival class SATA.

Latest Fibre Channel technology: Significant performance benefits with two 4 Gb Fibre Channel ports per controller.

Key features and benefits

New generation iSCSI SANs manage data growth more cost effectively: The HP StorageWorks 2000i Modular Smart Array manages growing storage requirements across multiple HP ProLiant servers for customers who need a centralized dedicated storage solution for applications. iSCSI SANs promote cost-effective growth and increased protection of the data in a familiar Ethernet environment.

Excellent price-performance with the flexibility to focus on your needs: The MSA2000i arrays offer a choice of drives, high performance enterprise class SAS drives and low cost, high capacity archival class SATA.

Dual iSCSI ports per controller: Significant performance benefits with two 1 GbE iSCSI ports per controller.

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MSA2000 specifications

The HP MSA2000 is a highly versatile and cost-effective storage solution that caters to the needs of small to medium-sized businesses, providing efficient and reliable data storage. This system is engineered to support diverse workloads while ensuring optimal performance and scalability.

One of the standout features of the HP MSA2000 is its flexible configuration options. The system supports various drive types, including SATA, SAS, and SSDs, enabling users to tailor their storage deployments according to their specific performance and capacity requirements. This flexibility allows organizations to easily expand their storage as their data needs grow, mitigating any initial limitations.

The MSA2000 series employs advanced storage technologies to enhance data reliability and availability. It incorporates features such as data redundancy through advanced RAID configurations, which help protect against data loss. The system supports RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50, allowing users to choose the right balance between performance and fault tolerance.

Ease of management is another key characteristic of the MSA2000. Its intuitive management software provides a user-friendly interface that simplifies tasks such as monitoring performance, configuring storage, and administering alerts. Additionally, the integration with HP’s seamless management tools allows for streamlined operation in diverse environments, including virtualized infrastructures.

Performance is paramount in any storage solution, and the HP MSA2000 does not disappoint. The system is designed to meet the needs of high-performance applications, delivering impressive I/O performance through its support for dual-controller configurations. This feature not only ensures active-active failover for high availability but also offers load balancing for optimized resource utilization.

Connectivity options are abundant with the MSA2000, supporting both iSCSI and Fibre Channel protocols. This adaptability enables organizations to integrate the storage system into their existing infrastructure without significant modifications, ensuring that they can leverage the benefits of the MSA2000 regardless of their networking architecture.

Moreover, the HP MSA2000 series is designed with energy efficiency in mind, which is increasingly important for organizations looking to reduce their operational costs and environmental footprint. The system includes features that optimize power consumption, helping clients maintain a sustainable and cost-effective data center.

In summary, the HP MSA2000 is a robust and flexible storage solution tailored for small to medium-sized enterprises. It combines a range of features including support for multiple drive types, advanced RAID configurations, intuitive management software, high-performance capabilities, versatile connectivity options, and energy-efficient design, making it an ideal choice for businesses aiming to streamline their operations and support their data growth effectively.