HPE Modular Smart Array 2060 SAS 12G 2U 12-disk LFF Drive Enclosure

The HPE Modular Smart Array 2060 SAS 12G 2U 12-disk LFF Drive Enclosure is a high-performance storage expansion unit designed for the HPE MSA 2060 SAN Storage Arrays. It provides 12 large form factor (LFF) drive bays with SAS-3 12Gb/s connectivity, enabling scalable and reliable storage for enterprise environments.

Advantages

This enclosure offers dual, hot-plug I/O modules and redundant power supplies and cooling fans, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime. The 12Gb/s SAS interface delivers fast data transfer rates, while the support for both SAS and SATA drives provides flexibility in storage configuration. With the ability to connect up to 7 enclosures per MSA 2060 controller array, it allows for significant storage expansion.

Suitable for

• Enterprise data centers requiring scalable storage capacity
• Virtualized environments needing high-performance storage
• Backup and disaster recovery solutions
• Medium to large businesses with growing data needs

Key specifications

• Product Type: Disk Array Enclosure
• Enclosure Type: Storage Expansion Unit
• Drive Bays: 12 x 3.5" LFF
• Supported Drive Interface: SAS, SATA
• Host Interface: 12Gb/s SAS-3 (Mini-SAS HD)
• Rack Units: 2U
• I/O Modules: 2 (Dual, Hot-plug)
• Host Ports per I/O Module: 2 x Mini-SAS HD SFF-8644
• Power Supply: Dual, Hot-plug, Redundant
• Cooling System: Redundant, Hot-plug Fans
• Maximum Enclosures Supported: Up to 7
• Management Interface: Via connected HPE MSA 2060 Storage Array
• Compatibility: HPE MSA 2060 SAN Storage Arrays
• Included Cables: 2 x 0.5m Mini-SAS HD to Mini-SAS HD cables
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, pair this enclosure with HPE MSA 2060 controller arrays and use enterprise-grade SAS HDDs or SSDs. Ensure proper rack mounting and cooling for reliable operation.