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C8R11A Overview
C8R11A - HP MSA 2040 SFF DC-power Chassis C8R11A
Overview
C8R11A Overview
HPE MSA 2040, Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), 3.5"
HP MSA 2040 SFF DC-power Chassis.
Quick Specs
Product Code | C8R11A |
Description | MSA 2040 SFF DC-Power Chassis |
Product Type | Drive Enclosure |
Drive Interface | SAS |
Host Interface | Fibre Channel |
Number of Total Expansion Bays | 24 |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Height | 11" |
Width | 26" |
Depth | 29" |
Compatibility | HP MSA 2040 Storage System |
Controller Type | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
Manufacturer | HPE |
Summary Description
HPE MSA 2040, Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), 3.5"
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Specification
C8R11A Specification
C8R11A Specification | |
| Chassis | |
| Installed Devices Modules Qty | 0 |
| Supported Devices Modules Qty | 24 |
| Supported Interface | Serial Attached SCSI 2 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Width | 17.6 in |
| Depth | 19.5 in |
| Height | 3.5 in |
| Weight | 32.63 lbs |
| Expansion Bays | |
| Form Factor (metric) | 6.4 cm SFF |
| Optical Storage | |
| Type | None |
| Bay Provided | |
| Form Factor | 2.5 SFF |
| Total Qty | 24 |
| Free Qty | 24 |
| Environmental Parameters | |
| Min Operating Temperature | 41 °F |
| Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
| Header | |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Manufacturer | Hewlett-Packard |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Line | HPE Modular Smart Array |
| Model | 2040 SFF DC-power Chassis |
| Brand | HPE |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compliant Standards | BSMI CNS 13438 Class A, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, CCC, CISPR 22 Class A, CISPR 24, EN 60950-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN55022 Class A, EN55024 Class A, FCC Part 15 A, GS, ICES-003 Class A, IEC 60950-1, RoHS 6/6, UL 60950-1, VCCI Class A, WEEE |
| Height (Rack Units) | 2 |
| Power Device | |
| Power Provided | 500 Watt |
| Nominal Voltage | DC -40 -75 V |
| Type | Internal power supply |
| Processor | |
| Type | None |
| Storage | |
| Type | Storage enclosure |
| Rack-mountable | Rack-mountable |
| Storage Controller | |
| Type | None |
| Storage Controller (2nd) | |
| Type | None |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary physical characteristics of the HPE C8R11A chassis? +
The C8R11A is an HPE MSA 2040 SFF chassis specifically engineered for data center environments requiring DC-power configurations. It accommodates Small Form Factor (SFF) drives, providing a compact and efficient footprint for MSA storage deployments. This chassis serves as the backbone for high-performance storage arrays, ensuring reliable housing for your critical controller and drive components.
Is the HPE C8R11A compatible with standard MSA 2040 storage controllers? +
Yes, this chassis is designed to integrate seamlessly with HPE MSA 2040 controller modules. By utilizing the C8R11A, you provide the necessary power and connectivity interface required to host your storage controllers, enabling a robust storage area network solution that supports high-speed data access and optimized storage throughput for enterprise-grade applications.
Why would an IT environment specifically require the DC-power version of the C8R11A? +
The DC-power configuration is essential for telecommunications facilities and specialized data centers that operate on direct current infrastructure. By choosing the C8R11A, you avoid the need for cumbersome AC-to-DC power inverters, which minimizes energy conversion losses, improves overall power efficiency, and adheres to the specific power standards required in high-availability, carrier-grade server environments.
How does the SFF design of the C8R11A impact drive density? +
The Small Form Factor (SFF) design significantly improves rack space efficiency compared to LFF alternatives. By utilizing 2.5-inch drives, the C8R11A allows for a higher number of drives per rack unit, which is ideal for organizations prioritizing performance density and IOPS-heavy workloads over raw capacity, enabling a more agile and scalable storage infrastructure.
Can the C8R11A be integrated into existing HPE MSA 2040 arrays? +
Absolutely. The C8R11A is a standard component for expanding or replacing the chassis in existing MSA 2040 setups. It maintains full compatibility with MSA ecosystem firmware and drive enclosures, allowing you to scale your storage capacity without requiring a forklift upgrade of your entire infrastructure. It is the perfect choice for maintaining architectural consistency across your array.
What is the recommended deployment scenario for the HPE C8R11A? +
This chassis is best deployed in mission-critical environments, such as private clouds or enterprise databases, where DC power infrastructure is mandated. Its robust design ensures continuous operation in demanding conditions, making it an excellent candidate for storage arrays that require reliable, high-performance, and high-availability storage management within a compact, efficient form factor.
How should I handle drive configuration within the C8R11A chassis? +
Drive configuration within the C8R11A should follow standard MSA 2040 best practices, ensuring that your SFF drives are properly seated and recognized by the MSA storage controller. Administrators should utilize the MSA management interface to configure RAID levels and volume mapping once the drives are installed into the chassis slots, ensuring optimal performance and data redundancy.
Does the C8R11A chassis support hot-swappable components? +
The C8R11A is designed with high availability in mind, supporting the hot-swapping of drives and power supplies as per the standard HPE MSA 2040 chassis specifications. This allows for maintenance or hardware upgrades without disrupting storage services, ensuring that your business applications remain online and data remains accessible during routine infrastructure updates or emergency component replacements.
How can I obtain a bulk quote for multiple C8R11A units from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
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Why should I choose BuyRouterSwitch.com for my HPE hardware procurement? +
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