Description
Easy Installation and Deployment
The K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller is a 2U external rack mountable storage hard drive array that comes with 24 bays. It supports SAS2 SAS 12GB/s, making it ideal for high-speed data transfer. The dual controller provides redundancy and increased performance, ensuring that data is always accessible and secure.
Installing the K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller is relatively simple and straightforward. First, you need to mount the storage array in a 2U rack. Next, connect the power cables and SAS cables to the controllers. Finally, install the hard drives in the bays, making sure to follow the correct sequence and orientation.
Once the hardware is set up, you can deploy the K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller by using the HP Smart Storage Administrator software. This software is used to configure and manage the storage array, and it is available as a free download from the HP website. You can use the software to create and manage disk groups, virtual disks, and storage pools. You can also monitor the status of the storage array and perform firmware updates.
Efficient Power and Cooling Management
The K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array is a 2U external rack mountable storage solution that utilizes 24 bays of SAS2 SAS 12GB/s drives. The dual controller design allows for improved redundancy and performance, and the modular design of the array allows for efficient power and cooling management.
One key aspect of efficient power and cooling management is the ability to manage power consumption in real-time. This means that the system can dynamically adjust power usage based on the load being placed on the array. This helps to minimize energy waste and reduce cooling requirements, resulting in lower energy costs and a more sustainable data center.
Additionally, the modular design of the array allows for hot-swapping of components, meaning that components can be replaced without shutting down the system. This helps to minimize downtime and ensures that the system remains up and running even in the event of a hardware failure.
Benefits of Using
- Scalability: The K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array 24 Bays SAS2 SAS 12GB/S External Rack Mountable 2U is highly scalable, allowing you to add more storage capacity as your needs grow.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: With a SAS2 SAS 12GB/S connection, you can transfer large amounts of data quickly and efficiently, making it ideal for high-performance computing applications.
- Dual Controllers: The dual controllers provide improved performance and redundancy, ensuring that your data is always accessible even if one of the controllers fails.
- 24 Bays: With 24 bays, you have ample space to store your data and increase your storage capacity as needed.
- External Rack Mountable: The K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array 24 Bays SAS2 SAS 12GB/S External Rack Mountable 2U is designed to be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack, making it easy to install and manage.
- Reliable: The high-quality hardware and design of the K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array 24 Bays SAS2 SAS 12GB/S External Rack Mountable 2U makes it a reliable storage solution for your critical data.
- Easy to Manage: The K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array 24 Bays SAS2 SAS 12GB/S External Rack Mountable 2U comes with software and tools that make it easy to manage and maintain.
- Cost-Effective: The combination of high performance, scalability, and reliability makes the K2R84A HP Modular Smart Array 2040 SAS Dual Controller Sff Storage Hard Drive Array 24 Bays SAS2 SAS 12GB/S External Rack Mountable 2U a cost-effective storage solution for your business.
General Information:
- Device Type: Hard Drive Array
- Enclosure Type: Rack-Mountable – 2U
Storage:
- Max Supported Capacity: 43 TB
- Hdd Array External Interface: SAS 12GB/S
- Maximum Luns: 512
Controllers:
- Type: 2 X RAID
- Interface Type: SAS 6GB/S
- Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBPS
- Cache / Buffer Size ( MAX ): 8 GB
- Raid Level: Raid 0, Raid 1, Raid 3, Raid 5, Raid 6, Raid 10, Raid 50
- Hard Drive Type: : NO HDD
I/O Expansions:
- Expansion Bays: 24 (TOTAL) / 24 (FREE) – 2.5 SFF
- Interfaces: 2 X SAS 6GB/S – 26 PIN 4X SHIELDED MINI MULTILANE SAS (SFF-8088) ¦ 2 X Management ¦ 2 X Management – RJ-45 ¦ 8 X SAS 12GB/S – 36 PIN 4X MINI SAS HD (SFF-8644)
