AW593A HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller SAN Storage Array

HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller 12x 3.5in LFF SAN Storage Array Part #: AW593A / AW593

• Brand: HP
• Part #: AW593A
• Alt. Part #: AW593A
• Model: AW593
• Base Spec:-
• :: Form Factor: Rack Mountable
• :: Device Type: Modular SAN Array
• :: Network Connectivity: Wired-Ethernet (RJ-45)
• :: Network Management Type: Fully Managed
• :: RAID Level: Customer Select
• Advanced Spec:-
• :: Hard Drive #: None (Can be added)
• :: SAS Controller #: 2  x AW592A/582934-001 4-Port 6Gbps SAS Controller
• :: Power Supply #: 2  x 592267-001 Power Supply Unit
• :: Additionals: 1 x AF735-80040/457637-001 Rackmount Rail Kit
• :: Condition: Refurbished
• :: Compatibility: N/A
• :: MPN: AW593A
• Warranty: 1 (one) year Tekmart Warranty
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Key points to note on these AW593A HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller 12x 3.5in LFF SAN Storage Arrays:-

The HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller Storage Array (HP Part #: AW593A) is a high-performance, scalable storage solution designed to meet the growing demands of departmental and small to medium business environments. It features dual 4-port SAS controllers, dual power supplies, and a rail kit, making it a reliable and flexible storage system.

Key Benefits and Flexibility:-

The HP P2000 G3 MSA Array System addresses the need for large-scale storage at an affordable price point. With the ability to connect through high-performance options like 8 Gb Fibre Channel (FC), Combo FC/iSCSI, 6 Gb SAS, and 1 Gb or 10 GbE iSCSI, it offers efficient storage consolidation across diverse environments. The Combo FC/iSCSI controller allows the system to support two protocols simultaneously, enabling resource sharing across departments with varying storage requirements and budgets.

Standard with 64 snapshots and Volume Copy capabilities, the P2000 G3 provides increased data protection for your storage needs. Optional features such as Remote Snap software allow for replication over multiple protocols, ensuring flexibility and redundancy.

The P2000 G3 MSA Array is designed to scale with your business. It can grow from a modest 600GB to a massive 57.6TB SAS, 384TB SAS MDL, or 192TB SATA capacity, supporting up to 149 drives. It is compatible with a range of drive types, including high-performance dual-ported SAS, cost-effective SAS MDL, and archival-class SATA drives. The system can be configured with either a single controller for low initial cost or dual controllers for increased data protection and high availability.

Array Features:-

• :: Affordable and Flexible Storage Consolidation: The HP P2000 G3 MSA offers low-cost solutions for departmental and SMB requirements, with support for various protocols such as 8 Gb Fibre Channel, Combo FC/iSCSI, 6 Gb SAS, and 1Gb or 10GbE iSCSI. It supports a mix of large form factor (LFF) and small form factor (SFF) SAS and SATA drives.
• :: Scalability: Start with a single controller to minimize upfront costs, or choose dual controllers for higher data protection. The system can grow as storage needs expand, accommodating up to 7 LFF enclosures with 96 drives or 5 SFF enclosures with 149 drives.
• :: High Availability and Performance: Dual controllers provide redundancy for critical data, while the powerful 2GB read/write cache ensures fast, reliable access to stored data. The P2000 G3 MSA offers cutting-edge 8 Gb Fibre Channel, 6 Gb SAS, and 10 GbE and 1 GbE iSCSI connectivity, ensuring your data is easily accessible, secure, and efficient.
• :: Snapshot and Volume Copy: All P2000 G3 MSA models come with 64 Snapshot and Volume Copy capabilities at no additional charge. You can increase snapshot capacity to 512 snaps if needed, and optional Remote Snap replication software is available for additional protection.
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Storage Expansion and Compatibility:-

Drive Options: The P2000 G3 MSA supports a range of drive types, including:-

• :: 300 GB, 450 GB, 600 GB 6G 15K LFF Dual-port SAS
• :: 1 TB, 2 TB, 3 TB 6G 7.2K LFF Dual-port MDL SAS
• :: 1 TB, 2 TB 3G 7.2K LFF MDL SATA
• :: 1 TB, 4 TB 6G 7.2K SFF Dual-port MDL SAS

Host Interface: 6 Gb/sec SAS (4 ports per controller)
Clustering Support: Windows, Linux, HP-UX, OpenVMS
SAN and Backup Support: Includes SAN backup support and storage mirroring capabilities

Systems Insight Manager: Full support for HP Systems Insight Manager for easier monitoring and management of the storage environment.
The HP P2000 G3 SAS MSA Dual Controller Storage Array provides a highly scalable, flexible, and cost-effective storage solution for growing businesses, offering both performance and reliability at an affordable price.