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Key Features
NOTE:
All models of the MSA30 (Formerly StorageWorks 4400) Enclosure Family have the
following features:
Ultra320 (LVD) support - Delivering data transfer rates up to 320 MB/s per channel
NOTE:
U320 performance requires a compatible U320 controller. This is noted in the product
documentation.
3U rack height.
Supports up to 14 (1-inch) Ultra320 (as well as legacy Ultra3 and Ultra2 drives) Universal
hard disk drives.
Provides storage capacity of up to 4.2TB per enclosure (using 300GB 1-inch disk drives)
Modular design allows the MSA30 to be used in any storage configuration from JBOD (Just
a Bunch of Disks) to Smart Array storage enclosures to external RAID arrays. Up to 14
enclosures can be mounted in one 42U rack for a single rack storage capacity of up to
28.4TB of disk storage (JBOD configuration) or up to 12 enclosures in an EMA16000
(HSG80 configuration) for a single rack storage capacity of 24.4TB.
A common storage platform allows for future storage consolidation to the SAN.
Award-winning innovative SCA (Single Connect Attach) direct connect drive carrier -
provides better cooling and reliability for 10K and 15K drives.
Hot pluggable disk drives, power supplies, and fans.
Redundant fans, dual power supplies and single or dual bus I/O module options.
Environmental Monitoring Unit (EMU) - Monitors environmental conditions within the
enclosure and components such as the power supplies and fans.
NOTE:
A U320 compatible EMU is required for a U320 I/O module. This is included with a MSA30
but must be deployed if an upgrade option kit is purchased for a StorageWorks 4200/4300
Enclosure.
Easy removal of parts provides better serviceability. No tools are required!
QuickSpecs
HP StorageWorks Modular Smart Array 30 Single
Bus or Dual Bus Enclosures
Overview
DA - 11738 Worldwide QuickSpecs — Version 25 — 6.8.2007
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