Q1J00A - HPE MSA 2050 Enclosure

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Q1J00A Overview

HPE Q1J00A MSA 2050 12-Bays LFF Dual Controller Supported 2U Rack-mountable Storage Array

Overview
Q1J00A Overview

HPE MSA 2050 SAN, 26 kg, Rack (2U)

Q1J00A is an HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage, and one 16 Gb/8 Gb Fibre Channel 4-ports per controller or one 1GbE/10GbE iSCSI 4-ports per controller is included. The flash-ready HPE MSA 2050 Storage system is designed for affordable application acceleration that is ideal for small and remote office deployments. But do not let the low cost fool you. The HPE MSA 2050 Storage system gives you the combination of simplicity, flexibility to grow now and into the future, and advanced features you may not expect to find in an entry-priced array. Start small and scale as needed with any combination of solid state disks (SSD), high-performance enterprise, or lower-cost midline SAS-based drives.

Quick Spec

Model

Q1J00A

Capacity

960 TB LFF maximum raw capacity

Drive description

12 LFF SAS/MDL SAS/SSD supported

Host interface

One 16 Gb/8 Gb Fibre Channel 4-ports per controller or one 1GbE/10GbE iSCSI 4-ports per controller is included

Product Details

Figure 1 shows the MSA 2050 enclosure.

MSA 2050 Front View

Figure 2 shows the MSA 2050 rear panel with 2 controllers installed

MSA 2050 Back View

Note:

Power supply

Host connection ports FC or iSCSI

CLI port (mini-USB)

Management Ethernet port

Expansion port

Power supply

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Description

HPE MSA 2050 SAS Dual Controller SFF Storage

HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller LFF Storage

HPE MSA 2050 SAN Dual Controller SFF Storage

HPE MSA 2050 SAS Dual Controller LFF Storage

Capacity

614 TB SFF maximum raw capacity

960 TB LFF maximum raw capacity

614 TB SFF maximum raw capacity

1152 TB LFF maximum raw capacity

Drive description

24 SFF SAS/MDL SAS/SSD supported

12 LFF SAS/MDL SAS/SSD supported

24 SFF SAS/MDL SAS/SSD supported

12 LFF SAS/MDL SAS/SSD supported

Host interface

One 12 Gb SAS 4-ports per controller is included

One 16 Gb/8 Gb Fibre Channel 4-ports per controller or one 1GbE/10GbE iSCSI 4-ports per controller is included

One 16 Gb/8 Gb Fibre Channel 4-ports per controller or one 1GbE/10GbE iSCSI 4-ports per controller is included

One 12 Gb SAS 4-ports per controller is included

Summary Description

HPE MSA 2050 SAN, 26 kg, Rack (2U)

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Specification

Q1J00A Specification

MSA 2050 Storage Specification

Array

Access Type

Block

Form Factor

2U, SFF or LFF

Number of controllers per array

2

Minimum / Maximum host posts

1/8

FC host connectivity

8/16Gb

iSCSI host connectivity

1Gb or 10Gb

Cache, per array

Max Read cache per array

8TB

Data (read/write) cache + system memory per array

16GB

Pool Capacity (with large pool support)

562 TB (512 TiB)

RAID Levels supported: virtual mode

RAID 1, 5, 6, 10

Enclosures

Expansion Drive Enclosures

0-7 enclosures

LFF/SFF array/enclosure mixing

Supported

Maximum number of drives per array enclosure

24 SFF/12 LFF

Maximum number of drives per drive enclosure

24 SFF/12 LFF

Drive enclosure inter face type

6 Gb SAS

Drives

Maximum total HDDs per array

192 SFF / 96 LFF

Maximum total SSDs per array

192 SFF / 96 LFF

Max raw capacity per array enclosure

76.8 TB SFF / 120TB LFF

Max raw capacity per drive enclosure

76.8 TB SFF / 120TB LFF

Max raw capacity per array

614.4TB SFF / 960TB LFF

Drive Capacities

SFF SSDs (Mixed Use)

400GB, 800GB, 1.6TB, 3.2TB

LFF SSDs (Mixed Use)

400GB, 800GB

SFF HDDs

15K: 300GB, 600GB, 900GB 10K: 300GB, 600GB, 900GB, 1.2TB, 1.8TB 7.2K: 1.0TB, 2.0TB

LFF HDDs

7.2K: 2TB, 4TB, 6TB, 8TB, 10TB

SEDs

10K SFF: 1.2TB 7.2K LFF: 4TB

Software Features

Thin Technologies

Thin Provisioning, Space Reclamation, Thin Rebuild

Tiering

Performance Tier, Standard Tier, Archive Tier

Replication

Snapshots (512), Volume Copy, Remote Snaps

Quality of Service

Virtual Tier Affinity

Additional Features

Maximum number of volumes

512

Maximum number of snapshots

512

Maximum number of hosts

512

Maximum number of initiators

1024

Customer self-installable

Yes

Customer self-repairable

Yes

Customer self-upgradeable

Yes

Resources

Videos

Documents

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary storage configuration benefits of the HPE Q1J00A MSA 2050 2U array? +
The HPE Q1J00A MSA 2050 offers a high-performance, entry-level storage solution designed for simplified management and high availability. Featuring a 2U rack-mountable chassis with 12 LFF drive bays, it allows for flexible expansion. By supporting dual controller configurations, this array ensures enterprise-grade redundancy and consistent data access for small-to-midsize business environments requiring reliable block-level storage.
Does the HPE Q1J00A support mixed drive types within the 12-bay LFF chassis? +
Yes, this storage array is designed for versatility, allowing IT administrators to populate the 12 LFF bays with various drive technologies to meet specific performance and capacity needs. You can mix supported SAS hard disk drives and solid-state drives to implement tiered storage strategies, effectively balancing the high-speed IOPS requirements of critical applications with the cost-efficient mass storage needs of archival workloads.
How does the dual controller architecture in the Q1J00A enhance system reliability? +
The dual controller support in the Q1J00A provides critical redundancy for your storage fabric. In the event of a single controller failure, the secondary controller automatically assumes the workload, ensuring zero downtime for connected hosts. This failover capability is essential for businesses that demand high availability for their virtualized workloads and mission-critical databases, providing a seamless transition without user intervention.
What rack space requirements should I plan for when deploying the HPE Q1J00A? +
The HPE Q1J00A MSA 2050 is a standardized 2U rack-mountable appliance. When planning your data center footprint, ensure you have two units of vertical rack space available. Additionally, consider the depth of the chassis and ensure adequate clearance at the front for drive access and at the rear for cable management and airflow, as proper ventilation is necessary for maintaining optimal thermal performance under heavy load.
Which specific MSA storage series is the Q1J00A controller compatible with? +
The Q1J00A is specifically engineered as a primary component of the HPE MSA 2050 SAN storage family. It serves as the foundation for high-performance 2U 12-bay LFF arrays. It is fully compatible with the MSA 2050 ecosystem, allowing you to scale your storage infrastructure by integrating it with compatible MSA expansion enclosures to increase your overall raw capacity as your data grows.
Can the HPE Q1J00A MSA 2050 handle high-transaction database workloads? +
Absolutely. By leveraging its powerful controller architecture and support for high-performance drives, the MSA 2050 is optimized for transaction-heavy environments. Its advanced data management features, such as automated tiering and caching, allow it to intelligently move frequently accessed data to faster media. This results in significantly reduced latency and improved IOPS performance for demanding SQL databases and virtualized application environments.
What is the recommended management approach for the HPE Q1J00A array? +
Management is typically handled through the HPE MSA Storage Management Utility (SMU), a web-based interface that provides intuitive control over provisioning, monitoring, and configuration. This utility enables IT teams to quickly define virtual disk groups, manage snapshots, and monitor system health in real-time. The interface is designed to reduce the administrative burden, allowing for efficient lifecycle management of your storage resources from a single console.
Is the Q1J00A chassis suitable for remote office or branch office deployment scenarios? +
The compact 2U form factor and robust reliability make the Q1J00A an ideal choice for remote and branch office (ROBO) environments. It delivers enterprise-class storage performance without requiring a dedicated storage engineer on-site. Its ability to provide local backup and disaster recovery capabilities ensures that remote data remains protected and accessible, helping maintain operational continuity across distributed enterprise networks.
How can I obtain a competitive bulk quote for HPE Q1J00A storage controllers? +
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