Affordable shared storage HPE MSA Storage
Easy to use storage systems for businesses who need to manage IT requirements within budget limits.
High performance storage that’s easy to manage and expand
Whether you are purchasing your first storage array or replacing an existing system, HPE MSA Storage is an excellent option. HPE MSA Storage is a flash-ready, entry-level storage system designed to deliver the optimal balance of simplicity, performance, and affordability where you can invest once and evolve endlessly.
Simple
A simple setup, easy-to-navigate interfaces, and clear documentation make it the shared storage system anyone can use.
Fast
Fast read/write speeds, quick data access, and a rapid automated tiering engine create real performance you can see and feel.
Affordable
Designed to be affordable without sacrificing performance, it’s a great value whether you start small or scale up.
Invest once. Evolve endlessly.
Your initial investment is built to last and is ready to adapt and grow when you are.
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Explore the HPE MSA Storage portfolio
HPE MSA Storage has been operating on the principles of simple, fast, and affordable since 1996. Over this time, the platform has undergone evolutionary changes rather than revolutionary transformations. Today, you can select from our budget-optimized Gen6 storage systems or choose from our performance-optimized Gen7 systems.
- Budget-optimized Gen6 Storage
- Performance-optimized Gen7 Storage
HPE MSA 1060
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Design and build the most affordable HPE MSA Storage system available for small IT workloads.
HPE MSA 2060
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Design and build a fully customized Gen6 storage system with the largest number of drive and configuration options.
HPE MSA 2062
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Design and build a cost-effective hybrid-flash Gen6 storage system with automated tiering and two SSD drives included.
HPE MSA 2060 Flash Bundles
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Design and build a cost-effective high-performance all-flash Gen6 storage system that includes 12 factory-integrated SSDs.
HPE MSA 2060 SAS 12G 2U 12-disk LFF Drive Enclosure
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Expand the capacity of any Gen6 storage system with a drive enclosure capable of holding 12 large-form-factor (LFF) drives.
HPE MSA 2060 SAS 12G 2U 24-disk SFF Drive Enclosure
HPE MSA Gen6 Storage
Expand the capacity of any Gen6 storage system with a drive enclosure capable of holding 24 small-form-factor (SFF) drives.
HPE MSA 2070
HPE MSA Gen7 Storage
Design and build a fully customized Gen7 storage system with the largest number of drive and configuration options.
HPE MSA 2072
HPE MSA Gen7 Storage
Design and build a cost-effective hybrid-flash Gen7 storage system with automated tiering and two SSD drives included.
HPE MSA 2070 Flash Bundles
HPE MSA Gen7 Storage
Design and build a cost-effective high-performance all-flash Gen7 storage system that includes 12 factory-integrated SSDs.
HPE MSA 2U 12-drive LFF Drive Enclosure
HPE MSA Gen7 Storage
Expand the capacity of any Gen7 storage system with a drive enclosure capable of holding 12 large-form-factor (LFF) drives.
HPE MSA 2U 24-drive SFF Drive Enclosure
HPE MSA Gen7 Storage
Expand the capacity of any Gen7 storage system with a drive enclosure capable of holding 24 small-form-factor (SFF) drives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about storage arrays and the HPE MSA Storage system.
What is a storage array?
A storage array is a collection of multiple drives (HDDs and/or SSDs), along with the hardware and software to manage them, that provides external, scalable storage capacity that can be shared with one or more servers.
Why do small businesses need a storage array?
Storage arrays help small businesses scale and manage their storage capacity requirements through a network-connected, centralized storage solution that can be shared with one or more servers across their IT environment.
What are IOPS?
IOPS stands for Input/Output Operations Per Second. It measures how fast a storage device can read and write data. Higher IOPS means better performance.
What drives can I use with an HPE MSA Storage array?
HPE supports a diverse, common set of media options for both HPE MSA Storage Gen6 and Gen7 systems. HPE MSA Storage users can select from low-cost, high-capacity large form factor (LFF) HDDs to higher-performance small form factor (SFF) HDDs and SSDs. Media selection will typically depend on the user’s IT budget and/or performance requirements but can also be driven by the application or use of their HPE MSA Storage system. For example, many users selecting HPE MSA Storage as a backup device for HPE Alletra Storage might consider using LFF HDDs as their storage of choice due to its lower cost per GB and storage density. Conversely, HPE MSA Storage users creating a shared storage solution for servers managing multiple transactional database applications will opt for higher-performance media such as SSDs, which reduce latencies and the time required to access data.
What is an HPE MSA Storage expansion drive enclosure?
When an HPE MSA Storage base array has reached its maximum storage capacity, adding more capacity, first, requires adding an expansion drive enclosure. There are two options for drive enclosures based on the selected drive form factor (LFF or SFF). Drive enclosures feature dual SAS connectivity for redundant configuration to controllers in the base array. Multiple drive enclosures can be added, up to the maximum (either 3 or 9) supported by each base array system.
What’s the difference between a storage array and direct attached storage?
Direct-attach storage (DAS) requires independent management of storage resources for each server. On the other hand, storage arrays can cost-effectively and efficiently manage data storage resources, security, data protection, and disaster recovery for all data within the business. With a shared storage system, users see better performance and less strain on server resources. Centralized management and shared resources can save money on IT budgets by needing fewer people and software/application licenses. This is important for virtualized IT setups, as shared storage can be dedicated to specific tasks or applications.