HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller SFF Storage (Q1J01B)

The HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller SFF Storage (Q1J01B) is an enterprise-grade storage solution designed for small to medium businesses requiring high-performance, reliable data storage. This dual-controller system delivers 99.999% availability through redundant components and automated failover capabilities, ensuring continuous operations even during maintenance or component failures.

Key features include support for both SAS and SATA drives in a compact 2U form factor, accommodating up to 24 small form factor drives for maximum density. The system offers flexible connectivity options with 16Gb Fibre Channel, 10GbE iSCSI, and 12Gb SAS host interfaces, enabling seamless integration into existing IT infrastructures.

The MSA 2050 provides advanced data services including snapshots, volume cloning, and thin provisioning to optimize storage utilization and reduce costs. Its intuitive web-based management interface simplifies administration, while predictive analytics help prevent issues before they impact operations.

Benefits include reduced total cost of ownership through efficient space utilization, lower power consumption, and simplified management. The system scales from 2.4TB to 1.8PB, growing with business needs without requiring forklift upgrades.

Unique selling points encompass HPE’s proven reliability heritage, comprehensive data protection features, and the ability to deliver enterprise-class performance at an SMB-friendly price point, making it ideal for virtualized environments, databases, and business-critical applications requiring consistent, high-speed data access.