Brand: HPE · SKU: MSA1050 · MPN: MSA1050 · Category: Components
The HPE MSA 1050 SAN Storage is an entry-level storage solution designed to be budget-optimized and affordable, bringing flash storage capabilities to price-sensitive customers. It is designed to meet entry-level storage requirements and offers a balance between performance and budget. It supports Fibre Channel (FC), iSCSI, and SAS host interface connectivity. The array comes factory-configured with dual controllers and four host ports, supporting various protocols like 8Gb FC, 1GbE iSCSI, 10GbE iSCSI, or 12Gb SAS, depending on the specific model. It is a 2U rack-height chassis available in Small Form Factor (SFF) or Large Form Factor (LFF) configurations. It supports various drive types including SSDs, Enterprise SAS HDDs, and SAS Midline (MDL) HDDs. It supports RAID levels 1, 5, 6, and 10. The system allows for expansion using up to three additional HPE MSA 2050 LFF or SFF disk enclosures, potentially scaling up to 96 SFF drives or 48 LFF drives total. It includes data services such
| Controllers | Dual Controller |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U (SFF or LFF) |
| Cache Memory | 6GB (4GB read/write, 2GB system) with backup to flash |
| Data Services | Thin Provisioning, Snapshots, Automated Tiering, Read Cache |
| Max Drives (LFF) | 48 total (with enclosures) |
| Max Drives (SFF) | 96 total (with enclosures) |
| Host Ports per Array | 4 |
| RAID Levels Supported | 1, 5, 6, 10 |
| Max Expansion Enclosures | 3 (HPE MSA 2050 LFF/SFF) |
| Host Interface Connectivity | 8Gb FC, 1GbE iSCSI, 10GbE iSCSI, 12Gb SAS |
| Warranty | 3-year parts only next business day, no labor, or on-site support (varies by model/region). |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Dimensions | 2U rack height |
The HPE MSA 1050 SAN Storage is an entry-level, budget-friendly storage array offering flexible host connectivity (FC, iSCSI, SAS) and flash-ready capabilities. It supports various drive types and includes standard data services for simple, efficient storage management.
Yes, this HPE MSA 1050 SAN Storage (MSA1050) is 100% genuine HPE hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HPE MSA 1050 SAN Storage includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
We offer free ground shipping which typically takes 3-5 business days. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for faster delivery.
Yes, we have a 30-day return policy on all products. Restocking fees may apply for opened items. Please see our return policy for complete details.
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