Description
Key Features and Benefits of HP 2040 Modular Smart Array
Key features and benefits of the C8S53A HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller include:
- High performance: The C8S53A controller offers high performance with up to 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity.
- Increased scalability: The HP 2040 MSA SAS Storage Controller supports up to 96 SAS drives or 192 SATA drives, providing increased scalability for growing businesses.
- Enhanced data protection: The C8S53A controller offers advanced data protection features such as RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, and snapshot and volume copy, ensuring data safety.
- Easy to manage: The C8S53A HP 2040 MSA SAS Storage Controller is easy to manage, thanks to the user-friendly interface of the HP Smart Storage Administrator software.
- Increased efficiency: The C8S53A controller reduces power consumption with its power-saving features, leading to lower operating costs and improved energy efficiency.
- Increased availability: The C8S53A controller offers high availability with redundant controllers and power supplies.
- High storage density: The HP 2040 MSA SAS Storage Controller offers high storage density, allowing users to store large amounts of data in a compact space.
- Flexible connectivity: The C8S53A controller offers flexible connectivity options with support for iSCSI, FC, and SAS protocols.
- Easy to deploy: The HP 2040 MSA SAS Storage Controller is easy to deploy, thanks to its modular design and tool-less installation features.
- Cost-effective: The C8S53A controller is cost-effective, offering an affordable storage solution for small and mid-sized businesses.
Performance Benchmarks and Throughput Capabilities
The C8S53A HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller is a high-performance storage solution designed to deliver high-speed data transfer rates and enhanced throughput capabilities for enterprise-level applications. This storage controller supports a range of performance benchmarks and throughput capabilities, including:
- Maximum Transfer Rate: The C8S53A HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller supports a maximum transfer rate of up to 6 Gbps, which enables fast data transfer and processing.
- RAID Configuration: The storage controller supports various RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing a high level of data protection and redundancy.
- Latency: The storage controller has low latency, ensuring quick access to data and enhancing application performance.
- Scalability: The C8S53A HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller is highly scalable, enabling easy expansion of storage capacity and performance as business needs grow.
- Multi-Protocol Support: The storage controller supports multiple protocols, including SAS, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel, making it an ideal choice for heterogeneous storage environments.
- Compatibility: The C8S53A HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller is compatible with a range of HP ProLiant servers and third-party servers, enabling easy integration with existing IT infrastructure.
Compatibility with Different Operating Systems and Applications
The HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller C8S53A is compatible with various server platforms, including Windows, Linux, VMware, and HP-UX. It is also compatible with various RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. However, it is important to ensure that the server and storage environment meet the minimum system requirements for the HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller to work optimally. It is recommended to check the compatibility list for specific server models and firmware versions before purchasing the HP 2040 Modular Smart Array SAS Storage Controller.
General Information
- Brand: HP
- MPN : C8S53A
- Type: Controller
- Sub-Type: SAS Controller
Technical Information
- Product Description : Hpe Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Controller – Storage Controller (Raid) – SAS 2 – SAS 6GB/S, SAS 12GB/S
- Device Type : Storage Controller (Raid)
- Bus Type : SAS 6GB/S, SAS 12GB/S
- Interface : SAS 2
- Data Transfer Rate : 600 MBps
- Buffer Size : 4GB
- Supported Devices : Disk Array (Raid)
- Raid Level : Raid 0, Raid 1, Raid 3, Raid 5, Raid 6, Raid 10, Raid 50
- Designed For : Modular Smart Array 2040, 2040 10GB





