Description
The HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA) 2070 10/25GbE iSCSI LFF Storage is an intelligent, entry-level Gen7 shared storage solution designed to deliver high-speed, low-latency performance for SMBs and edge workloads. Featuring 12 LFF drive bays with SAS-3 connectivity and dual 10/25GbE iSCSI host ports, this 2U rack-mountable chassis delivers outstanding value, simplicity, and scalability.
With support for hybrid configurations and real-time tiering, it enables affordable flash acceleration while maintaining full support for HDD storage. Manage your array easily with the updated SMU v.4 and benefit from online controller/media firmware upgrades and rapid RAID rebuilds with HPE MSA-DP+.
Whether you're optimizing performance for virtualization, databases, or file workloads, the MSA 2070 delivers reliable performance and a scalable path to over 6.78PB of storage.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product SKU | S1H43A |
| Generation | HPE MSA Gen7 |
| Form Factor | 2U rack-mountable |
| Drive Bays | 12x LFF (3.5") SAS-3 (12Gb/s) bays |
| Included Drives | 0 TB (no drives included) |
| Connectivity | Dual 4-port 10/25GbE iSCSI controllers (external) |
| Host Protocols | iSCSI (10GbE / 25GbE) |
| Expansion Options | Supports up to 9 x 2U LFF (12-bay) or SFF (24-bay) expansion enclosures |
| Max Raw Capacity | Up to 6.78 PB |
| Operating System Support | Windows Server®, VMware vSphere™, Red Hat®, SUSE™ (via HPE SPOCK) |
| Management | HPE Storage Management Utility (SMU v.4), MSA Health Check |
| RAID Support | HPE MSA-DP+ (distributed parity, fast rebuilds) |
| Power & Cooling | Hot-swap power supplies and fans |
| Dimensions | 2U – standard rack-mountable |
| Warranty | 3-year limited, NBD parts exchange (base system); drives/options vary |
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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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