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About the HP P2000 G3 Smart Array
HPE's MSA P2000 family of storage arrays features a diverse range of options to cater to various storage needs. These arrays include P2000 G3 models equipped with cutting-edge technologies such as
- 8GB Fibre Channel,
- 6GB SAS,
- 10GbE iSCSI connected models,
- and an iSCSI model boasting four 1 GB iSCSI ports per controller.
Versatile Usage
These HP P2000 G3 Smart Arrays are well-suited for companies with limited budgets or IT expertise, as well as larger enterprises with departmental or remote requirements. Designed with versatility in mind, the arrays are suitable for a wide range of scenarios. They target entry-level customers seeking functionality and host-connect technology advancements, all while maintaining an exceptional price/performance ratio.
HPE's MSA P2000 G3 arrays prioritise ease of deployment and management. They are designed to be user-friendly and secure, ensuring low management costs while enabling efficient storage consolidation. This emphasis on simplicity contributes to a rapid return on investment.
Array Configurations and Controller Choices
The MSA P2000 G3 arrays come in a 2U form factor, offering storage area network (SAN) or direct connect solutions depending on the operating system and protocol. The arrays feature a selection of five controllers, each designed to fulfill specific needs:
- Two FC Controllers: High-performance, 8GB dual port model.
- Combo Controller: A unique dual-purpose controller with two 8GB Fibre Channel ports and two 1GbE iSCSI ports.
- One SAS Controller: 6Gb SAS with four ports per controller.
- One 10GbE iSCSI Controller: Offering advanced 10GbE iSCSI connectivity.
- Latest Controller Option: Four 1GB iSCSI ports per controller.
Dual-Protocol Combo Controller
The MSA P2000 G3 FC/iSCSI Combo Controller provides exceptional flexibility. It combines 8 GB FC ports for full FC SAN connectivity with two 1GbE iSCSI ports, enabling economical array resource sharing for smaller departments or optional Remote Snap functionality over iSCSI protocol.
SAS Array Advancements
The MSA P2000 G3 SAS array builds upon its predecessor, the MSA2000sa G2, by incorporating the latest 6 GB SAS technology. With four host ports per controller, it allows direct attachment to up to four dual-path or eight single path rack servers. BladeSystems can leverage SAS array support through the HPE 6 GB SAS BL Switch.
High-Performance 10GbE iSCSI
The MSA P2000 G3 10GbE iSCSI array introduces high-performance host connection technology, typically found in higher-priced arrays. Its bandwidth, coupled with server consolidation, proves advantageous in shared storage configurations. Commonly, the array connects to 10GbE switches, which are subsequently linked to 1GbE NICs. Directly attached server support necessitates 10GbE NICs on the server units.
Enhanced iSCSI Controller
The MSA P2000 G3 iSCSI controller features four 1Gb iSCSI Ethernet ports, doubling the number of ports compared to the G2 model. This design balances cost efficiency while significantly enhancing performance capabilities, particularly in terms of interconnection.
Data Protection and Management
All MSA P2000 G3 models support hot plug replacement of redundant components, ensuring continuous operation. The arrays provide significant data protection advancements, including standard sixty-four snapshot capability (expandable to five hundred and twelve snapshots), Volume Copy (clone), and optional Remote Snap (replication) capability on the FC, FC/iSCSI, and both iSCSI versions.
Chassis Variability and Expansion
The MSA P2000 chassis comes in two models, catering to different drive sizes. The arrays offer flexibility in capacity expansion, enabling the attachment of additional drive enclosures, depending on the drive chassis and enclosure combinations:
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LFF Chassis: Features twelve Large Form Factor (LFF) 3.5-inch drive bays, supporting enterprise-class SAS drives, SAS Midline, and archival-class SATA Midline drives. Maximum capacity reaches up to 57.6 TB SAS, 576 TB SAS Midline, or 192 TB SATA Midline.
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SFF Chassis: Accommodates twenty-four Small Form Factor (SFF) 2.5-inch drives, offering similar drive options as the LFF chassis. Configurations can grow to a maximum of 178 TB of SAS, 149 TB of SAS Midline, or 74.5 TB SATA Midline, utilizing a total of 96 LFF or 149 SFF drives.
Both chassis configurations can support one or two matching P2000 G3 controllers, sharing the same protocol, and are available with either AC or DC power supplies.
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