Description
The HPE MSA 2070 16Gb Fibre Channel SFF Storage delivers high-speed, high-capacity shared storage that’s simple to manage, fast to deploy, and affordable for SMBs and enterprise edge workloads. As part of the HPE Gen7 Storage family, it offers next-gen performance with up to 2x more IOPS and 30% more bandwidth than the previous generation. With support for 24 SFF bays, Fibre Channel connectivity, and scalability up to 7.37 PB, it’s the ideal storage solution for accelerating applications across your ProLiant server environments.
Whether you're upgrading from Gen6 or deploying your first SAN, the HPE MSA 2070 provides built-in data protection, automated tiering, and online firmware updates for ease of management and long-term value.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | S1H42A |
| Generation | HPE MSA Gen7 |
| Form Factor | 2U Rack-mountable |
| Storage Controller | Dual Controller, each with 4 x 16Gb Fibre Channel Ports |
| Drive Bays | 24 SFF (2.5") drive bays (SAS-3 interface) |
| Drive Types Supported | SAS SSDs / HDDs |
| Installed Drive Capacity | 0 TB (drives sold separately) |
| Maximum Raw Capacity | Up to 7.37 PB with expansion |
| Expansion Options | Up to 9 x 2U enclosures (12 LFF or 24 SFF drives each) |
| Interface Protocol | 16Gb Fibre Channel (external) |
| Operating Systems Supported | Windows Server, VMware vSphere, Red Hat Linux, SUSE SLES |
| Management Interface | HPE MSA SMU v4, HPE MSA Health Check Tool |
| Advanced Features | Real-time automated tiering, MSA-DP+ RAID, Online Firmware Updates |
| Power and Cooling | Hot-swappable, redundant power supplies and fans |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty, NBD parts exchange for base arrays and enclosures |
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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