HP 364430-B21 MSA50 StorageWorks Drive Enclosure
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About this product
The HP 364430-B21 MSA50 StorageWorks Drive Enclosure is a SAS-interfaced unit designed for expanding storage in a server environment. It comes with one I/O board with a mounting tray and is equipped with two 180W redundant power supplies, enhancing operational reliability. This enclosure, identified by model MSA50, provides a foundational component for integrating additional drives into an HP StorageWorks setup.
Our take
This HP MSA50 StorageWorks enclosure is a functional piece for expanding your SAS storage capabilities. The SAS interface ensures efficient data handling, and the inclusion of two 180W redundant power supplies is a smart feature for maintaining system uptime. While it's a specific component for HP StorageWorks systems, it fulfills its role effectively. It's important to remember that this unit is just the enclosure and its power infrastructure; you'll need to provide the actual SAS drives to populate it. A solid workhorse for the right setup.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- SAS interface for connectivity
- Dual 180W redundant power supplies
- Includes I/O board with tray
Cons
- Drives are not included
- Specific to HP StorageWorks systems
Specifications
- Brand HP
- Type Drive Enclosure
- Interface SAS
- Model MSA50
- MPN 364430-B21
- Installed Modules 1 x I/O board w/ mounting tray
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- Installed Power Supplies
- 2 x 180W Redundant Power Supplies