Description
The HPE Modular Smart Array 1060 is a cost-effective, flash-ready, 6th-generation storage array engineered for small to medium-sized businesses looking to accelerate applications affordably. Designed with simplicity and scalability in mind, this 2U rackmount storage unit supports 24 SFF SAS drives and delivers up to 154,000 IOPS, making it an ideal solution for general-purpose and performance-hungry workloads alike.
With support for 12Gb SAS host connectivity, built-in high availability through dual controllers, and compatibility with industry-leading HPE ProLiant servers, the HPE MSA 1060 enables efficient hybrid or flash configurations. Its intuitive Storage Management Utility, automated tiering, and snapshot features ensure ease of use and robust data protection — all without the need for a dedicated storage admin.
With modular expansion options up to 4 enclosures (including the base), you can scale your raw capacity up to 2.95 PB, using a combination of SFF or LFF MSA 2060 expansion enclosures.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | HPE MSA 1060 12Gb SAS SFF Storage Array (R0Q87B) |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Drive Bays | 24 x SFF (2.5”) SAS-3 |
| Controller Configuration | Dual Controllers, 2 x 12Gb SAS ports each |
| Host Interface | 4-ports total, 12Gb SAS (external) |
| Maximum Capacity (Raw) | Up to 2.95 PB with expansion |
| Expansion Options | Up to 3 x MSA 2060 SFF or LFF enclosures (total 4 enclosures including base) |
| Performance | Up to 154,000 IOPS |
| Data Services | Automated Tiering, Virtualized Snapshots, Remote Replication |
| OS Compatibility | Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, VMware vSphere 6.7, Red Hat 8, SUSE SLES 15 |
| System Manager | MSA Storage Management Utility (web-based) |
| Clustering & Backup | Clustering supported, SAN backup supported |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 17.5 x 3.5 x 20.0 in (44.5 x 8.9 x 50.8 cm) |
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) |
| Warranty | 3-Year limited warranty (NBD parts exchange); options carry individual warranties |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
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