2U SAN array with dual controllers, 12 Gb/s SAS, SSD/HDD mix, snapshots, thin provisioning & optional encryption. Perfect for SMB—no cap.
Overview
The HPE MSA 2060 brings enterprise-grade SAN performance to a sleek 2 U chassis. It packs dual active-active controllers, 12 Gb/s SAS ports, and mixed media support into one low-cost array. Ideal for SMBs, branch offices, or edge sites that need reliable shared storage without breaking the bank.
Product Description
This storage champ delivers:
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Dual Controllers in active-active mode for nonstop uptime
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SAS Connectivity: Four 12 Gb/s front-end ports per controller
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Drive Bays: Up to 12 LFF or 24 SFF hot-pluggable slots
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Media Flexibility: Mix HDDs, SSDs, and NVMe read-cache modules
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Cache: 4 GB DDR4 per controller (8 GB total) for low-latency I/O
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Data Services: Inline thin provisioning, snapshots, volume copy
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Security Option: AES-256 data-at-rest encryption module
It scales out by daisy-chaining up to eight expansion enclosures—so you can grow as you go.
Key Features
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Active-active dual controllers for high availability
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8 12 Gb/s SAS ports for fast host connectivity
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Up to 24 hot-swap drive bays (LFF or SFF)
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Mix HDD, SSD, NVMe cache to optimize performance
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8 GB total DDR4 cache for smooth I/O under load
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Thin provisioning and snapshot support built in
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Optional AES-256 encryption for data security
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Scale to hundreds of drives via expansion chassis
Specifications
| Spec |
Details |
| Form Factor |
2 U rack-mount |
| Controllers |
2 × active-active, 4 GB DDR4 cache each |
| Drive Bays |
12 × LFF or 24 × SFF hot-plug |
| Host Ports |
8 × 12 Gb/s SAS (4 per controller) |
| Expansion Ports |
4 × 12 Gb/s SAS per controller |
| Max Drives |
Up to 192 × SFF or 96 × LFF via expansions |
| Data Services |
Thin provisioning, snapshots, volume copy |
| Management |
Web GUI, CLI, HPE OneView plugin |
| Encryption |
Optional AES-256 data-at-rest module |
| Power |
Dual hot-swap PSUs (400 W each) |
| Cooling |
Redundant hot-swap fans |
Supported OS / Applications / Industries
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OS: Windows Server, RHEL, SUSE Linux, VMware ESXi, Hyper-V
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Apps: Virtualization, file/print services, backup targets, databases
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Industries: SMBs, remote offices, education, healthcare, edge
Benefits & Compatibility
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Always On: Dual controllers and redundant hardware keep data flowing
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Cost-Smart Scaling: Start small, expand up to eight enclosures
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Mixed-Media Flex: Tune performance and capacity with HDDs, SSDs, NVMe
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Simplicity: Intuitive web interface and OneView integration
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Secure Option: Hardware encryption protects sensitive data
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Eco-Friendly: Efficient power and cooling design reduce footprint
Purpose of Use
Perfect for growing businesses that need shared storage for VMs, file shares, or backups. It delivers enterprise reliability and data services at an SMB price point—no cap.
How to Use
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Rack the MSA 2060 and connect SAS host and expansion cables.
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Load drives—choose your mix of HDD, SSD, or NVMe cache.
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Power on and access the web GUI or OneView to configure volumes.
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Enable thin provisioning and snapshots as needed.
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Monitor health, performance, and alerts via the management console.
Packaging / Weight / Dimensions
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Packaging: Shock-absorbent foam inserts in reinforced carton
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Weight: ~18 kg (fully populated)
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Dimensions: 88 mm H × 445 mm W × 560 mm D
Warranty and FAQs
FAQs:
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Can I mix drive types? Yes—you can mix HDDs, SSDs, and NVMe cache.
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How many enclosures can I daisy-chain? Up to eight for massive scale.
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Are snapshots included? Yep—snapshots and volume copy come standard.
Performance, Quality, Durability & Reliability
Engineered with enterprise-grade components, the MSA 2060 consistently delivers low latency and high throughput. Redundant controllers, power, and cooling ensure your data stays available—24/7.
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Disclaimer
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