Description
Key Features of K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit
The K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit has the following key features:
- Dual I/O module: The kit includes two I/O modules that can be used in a dual-controller configuration. This allows for redundancy and high availability of storage connectivity.
- SAS connectivity: The I/O modules provide SAS connectivity for HPE MSA 2040 Storage systems. They support 6Gb/s SAS connectivity and are backward compatible with 3Gb/s SAS.
- Multiple host connectivity: Each I/O module has four host ports that can be used to connect to multiple hosts. This allows for flexible host connectivity and load balancing.
- Expansion port: The kit includes an expansion port on each I/O module, which can be used to connect to additional I/O modules or to expand the storage capacity of the MSA 2040 Storage system.
- Easy installation: The I/O modules are easy to install and configure. They are hot-swappable, which allows for easy replacement without shutting down the system.
- Compatibility: The K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit is compatible with HPE MSA 2040 Storage systems and can be used to expand the storage connectivity of these systems.
Management and Monitoring of the HPE K2Q23A
The K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit can be managed and monitored through various methods, including:
- HPE OneView: This is an infrastructure management platform that provides a unified view of server, storage, and network resources. It can be used to monitor and manage the K2Q23A module, as well as other HPE hardware.
- HPE Intelligent Provisioning: This is a tool that provides automated server provisioning and firmware updates. It can be used to set up and configure the K2Q23A module.
- HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO): This is an out-of-band management tool that allows remote management of the server, including the K2Q23A module. It provides access to the server’s console, power management, and other features.
- HPE System Management Homepage: This is a web-based tool that provides system health monitoring, event logging, and hardware status information. It can be used to monitor the K2Q23A module and other server hardware.
- HPE Smart Storage Administrator: This is a web-based tool that provides management and configuration of HPE Smart Array controllers, which the K2Q23A module is compatible with. It can be used to manage and monitor the module’s RAID configuration and other settings.
Compatibility of the K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit
The K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit is compatible with the following HPE servers and storage systems:
- HPE ProLiant DL360 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL560 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen9 Server
- HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen10 Server
- HPE Synergy 480 Gen9 Compute Module
- HPE D3700 Enclosure
- HPE D6000 Enclosure
- HPE MSA 2040 Storage
- HPE MSA 2050 Storage
- HPE MSA 2052 Storage
- HPE MSA 1050 Storage
General Information about this Dell K2Q23A
- Brand Name : HPE
- MPN : K2Q23A
- Sub-Type : Accessories
- Type : Controller
- Product Type Dual I/O Module
Technical Specifications of K2Q23A HPE Dual I/O Module Option Kit
- Interface: PCIe 3.0 x8
- Number of ports: 4x 10Gb Ethernet
- Data transfer rate: Up to 10 Gb/s per port
- Network standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.3ad, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p
- Form factor: Low profile, half-length
- Supported operating systems: Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, VMware ESXi, Citrix XenServer
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 6.60 x 2.71 x 0.68 in (16.76 x 6.88 x 1.73 cm)
- Weight: 0.50 lb (0.23 kg)