HPE MSA 2050 Disk Array (785559) – High-Performance SAN Storage

Equipment Overview

The HPE MSA 2050 is a 2U rack-mounted disk array designed for enterprise storage environments, delivering high performance and fault tolerance for critical business applications. It supports up to 24 internal drives with scalability to 148 drives via optional expansion modules, making it suitable for growing data center infrastructures. The system provides reliable data access through SAS 12 Gb/s controllers and is optimized for virtualization, database workloads, and mission-critical operations. Its embedded, space-efficient design facilitates straightforward integration into existing data center racks.

Main Parameters

• Form Factor: 2U rack-mounted, embedded design
• Drive Support: Up to 24 internal disks; scalable to 148 disks with expansion modules
• Controller Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
• Power Supply: 500 W
• Operating Temperature: 5 to 40 °C
• Operating Humidity: 10 to 90% (non-condensing)
• Dimensions: 482.6 x 89 x 572 mm

Key Advantages

This model is selected for enterprise projects due to its balance of scalability and performance, enabling seamless capacity growth without chassis replacement. The SAS 12 Gb/s controllers ensure rapid data access, while the 500 W power supply and optimized cooling reduce operational overhead. Its robust environmental tolerances guarantee stable operation within standard data center conditions.

Compatibility & Integration

The HPE MSA 2050 integrates into existing data center infrastructure through its 2U embedded form factor, which minimizes rack space usage. It supports industry-standard SAS connectivity for host and drive communication, ensuring compatibility with common server and storage ecosystems. The system is suited for deployment in virtualized environments and database platforms requiring high-availability storage.